If you’re looking for gorgeous mountain views, look no further! Located at roughly 3,500 ft in elevation, this homestead has beautiful Northern mountain views. This lot offers quick access to Dark Ridge Camp and some of the best hiking trails and creeks on the mountain. Balsam Mountain Preserve is a private 4,400-acre club community with 3,200 acres of conservation land and completed amenities featuring golf, equestrian, scenic trails, tennis and dining. The stunning new facilities at Doubletop Village, including the Summit House Restaurant and Mine Tavern, are now open to members and their guests.
Active
$555,000
239 Down The Hill Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
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1.86Acres
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
1.86 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$633/mo HOA
What's special
Gorgeous mountain viewsScenic trails
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sean McLaughlin 828-388-8633,
BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4368972
Facts & features
Interior
Interior area
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Pool features: Community
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.86 Acres
- Features: Private, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 7672966421
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: Arena, Barn, Boarding Facilities, Equestrian Facilities, Pasture, Riding Trail
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Needed
- Water: Well Needed
- Utilities for property: Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf, Helipad, Picnic Area, Putting Green, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
- Subdivision: Balsam Mountain Preserve
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,900 quarterly
- HOA name: Balsam Mountain Preserve Community Association
- HOA phone: 828-354-0265
Location
- Region: Sylva
- Elevation: 3000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $200,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,721
- Date on market: 4/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 467 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,052/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $555,000 |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4368972 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2026 | Listing removed | $555,000 |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4242908 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $555,000+177.5% |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4242908 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2013 | Sold | $200,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,721 +126.4% | $555,000 +177.5% |
| 2024 | $760 | $200,000 |
| 2023 | $760 | $200,000 |
| 2022 | $760 +5.6% | $200,000 |
| 2021 | $720 -5.3% | $200,000 |
| 2020 | $760 | $200,000 |
| 2019 | $760 | $200,000 |
| 2018 | $760 | $200,000 |
| 2017 | $760 +2.7% | $200,000 |
| 2015 | $740 -33.9% | $200,000 -50% |
| 2011 | $1,120 | $400,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28779
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Scotts Creek ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 6/10Smoky Mountain HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.7 mi
- 9/10Jackson County Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Scotts Creek
- Middle: Smoky Mountain
- High: Smoky Mountain
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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