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Riverfront Land with Cabins
For Sale
$999,000

522 N River Road, Sylva, NC 28779

COMMERCIAL - Sylva, NC

Property Size1,008 SF
Lot Size1.67 Acres
Price / SF$991.07
Days on Market21

Property Features for 522 N River Road

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
Parking features Off Street
Lot features County
Elementary school Fairview
Middle school Fairview
High school Smoky Mountain
Directions North River Road to 522 beside Jackson County Park
Subdivision River
Standard status Active
APN 7631444029
Size 1,008 SF
Lot size 1.67 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 2063

Utilities

Utilities Phone Available
Heating system Wall Furnace, Forced Air
Cooling system Ductless

Building Details

Year built 2024
Floors in Building 1
Flooring type Vinyl, Hardwood
Building materials Frame, Concrete
Roof type Wood
Listing Agency: WINCHESTER REALTY OF NC, LLC
Listed By: Charles E. Winchester
Added: Jul 12 Changed: Jul 29 Last Checked: Aug 1 at 10:06AM
MLS# 26042974

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This riverfront hospitality property includes lodge and restaurant operations, a rafting company, multi-dwelling buildings, cabins, park models, and a log cabin tiny home currently generating $3,750 monthly on a mid-term lease. The offering also notes that personal property can be removed in conjunction with the property conveyance. The site includes power and communications support described as underground power and cable service.

The property is located in Sylva, North Carolina (Jackson County) at 522 N River Road, and the package is described as including 522 and 524 N River Road plus the property section of Yellow Bird Branch. The remarks further describe more than 400 feet of riverside and reference wildlife and trout fishing on the river.

The listing states there is no zoning and it is under TWSA. Development readiness items include four water meter taps and four high-speed internet connections.

Key Highlights

  • Over 400 feet of Riverside frontage, including 522 & 524 N River Road and the Yellow Bird Branch section of the property
  • Multiple‑use setup listed: lodge/restaurant/rafting company, multi‑dwelling buildings, cabins, and park models
  • No zoning reported; includes TWSA and underground power (4) with cable

Property Analytics

Current Use

Campgrounds

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store HVAC Service Electrical Service Restaurant Garden Center

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

83
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 28779, NC

16,586
Population
9,551
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
108.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
154
Density / Sq Mi
$54,407
Median Household Income
$35,261
Median Earnings
$803
Median Rent
$234,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region

7% 2020
6.2% 2021
5.1% 2022
4.8% 2023
4.9% 2024
5.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Campground - Riverfront land with over 400 feet along the river, offering lodge, restaurant, cabins, and park models.
Where is this campground located?
The property is located at 522 N River Road Sylva, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $999,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Over 400 feet of Riverside frontage, including 522 & 524 N River Road and the Yellow Bird Branch section of the property; Multiple‑use setup listed: lodge/restaurant/rafting company, multi‑dwelling buildings, cabins, and park models; No zoning reported; includes TWSA and underground power (4) with cable
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