Riverfront Land with
For Sale
$789,000
788 Cowee Tunnel Road, Sylva, NC 28779
Land, Sylva, NC
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size8.98 Acres
Days on Market56
Property Features for 788 Cowee Tunnel Road
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Lot features
No Deed Restrictions, Allow R Vs
Directions
Take Exit 81 (Dillsboro / US-441)Turn left onto US-441 South. Continue briefly, then:Turn right onto Macktown Road stay straight up hill Turn onto Cowee Tunnel Road. Then continue right onto Cowee Tunnel Road at three way fork. Continue to the middel road at the next three way fork and property is the first drive on the right.
Subdivision
Dillsboro
Standard status
Active
APN
7622811407
Lot size
8.98 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Annual Amount
283
Utilities
Sewer type
Septic Tank
Water source
Well
Water front features
Waterfront, River Access
Water front
1
Listing Agency:
Keller Williams - Great Smokies - BC · Keller Williams Realty
(828) 488-5777
Listed By:
Holly Fletcher · License #234256
(828) 734-6429
Added: Jul 5
Changed: Aug 25
Last Checked: Aug 29 at 10:06AM
MLS# 26047174
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This 8.98-acre waterfront parcel fronts the Tuckasegee River and includes several improvements for future use. A gravel drive, private well, septic tank, and graded house pad are already in place. The property also has a separate camper pad with electric service and internet access, while a 2021 camper may be purchased separately.
The parcel is located at 788 Cowee Tunnel Road in Sylva, NC, with direct river access. The Tuckasegee River offers wadeable sections, deeper pools, and stocked trout waters, including rainbow, brown, and brook trout. Existing site work supports recreational use and provides an established foundation for additional development, subject to applicable approvals.
The parcel is located at 788 Cowee Tunnel Road in Sylva, NC, with direct river access. The Tuckasegee River offers wadeable sections, deeper pools, and stocked trout waters, including rainbow, brown, and brook trout. Existing site work supports recreational use and provides an established foundation for additional development, subject to applicable approvals.
Key Highlights
- 8.98‑acre waterfront parcel along the Tuckasegee River
- Graded house pad positioned for year‑round river views
- Private well and septic tank already installed
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
17
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Waterfront Land - Improved recreational acreage with river access, a homesite pad, and essential well and septic infrastructure.
Where is this waterfront land located?
The property is located at 788 Cowee Tunnel Road Sylva, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $789,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 8.98‑acre waterfront parcel along the Tuckasegee River; Graded house pad positioned for year‑round river views; Private well and septic tank already installed
