Check Availability
Jackson 28779
298 Timbuktu Road
$345,000
↓ $20K (5.5%)
● House - For Sale

298 Timbuktu Road

Sylva, NC 28779
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,498 Ft²
$1,695
Est. Monthly

About This Property

YOUR PEACEFUL MOUNTAIN ESCAPE - BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAIN VIEWS • 1.14 ACRES • NO HOA Welcome to your charming rustic mountain retreat, offering 3 bedrooms, a bonus room, and 2 bathrooms on a serene 1.14-acre lot with beautiful mountain views. Inside, you'll find a new larger primary bedroom on the main level and an updated kitchen, with a new prep center that gives the kitchen plenty of counter space.   Both bathrooms have been updated bathrooms, along with a cozy stone fireplace that adds warmth and character. The flexible downstairs layout offers plenty of space for family and guests, plus potential for expansion or a mother-in-law suite. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunsets from the deck, surrounded by the beauty of the mountains. The property features paved road access and a gravel driveway, along with a large carport and garage providing plenty of parking, storage, or workshop space. There's even more to look forward to! A community park with a creek and walking path as you enter the development. NO HOA! Enjoy the freedom and privacy of mountain living without HOA restrictions. The location has easy and convenient access to the nearby towns of Dillsboro and Sylva. Quaint downtown Dillsboro is only 8 minutes away, offering charming shops, restaurants, galleries, and local attractions. Sylva, the county seat, is just 12 minutes away, providing additional shopping, dining, breweries, and everyday conveniences. Franklin, Bryson City, and Cherokee are not much further away. Our nearby outdoor adventures are beckoning you with tubing, kayaking, fishing for our infamous species of trout in the rivers and creeks, and with hiking on our scenic trails, including the Appalachian Trail. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend mountain getaway, investment opportunity, or a home with room to grow, this property offers a rare combination of mountain views, privacy, rustic charm, modern updates, and convenient access nearby towns. Come claim your own piece of the Smoky Mountains!
Unit Size
1,498 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
1.14 acres
Price per sqft
$230
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1976

Listed By

Shelly White
Sundog Realty, Inc.

Payment Calculator

Cap Rate Calculator

Last updated: 9 days ago (CANOPYMLS #CAR4374414)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 27, 2026 Price Decreased $345,000
↓ $20K (5.5%)
Price Decreased
Sep 30, 2026 Price Decreased $364,900
↓ $5K (1.4%)
Price Decreased
Sep 6, 2026 Price Increased $369,900
↑ $10K (2.8%)
Price Increased
Sep 6, 2026 Relisted $359,900
Relisted
Aug 15, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Show More

Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Has Carport
Parking Features: Driveway, Attached, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features: Other, Open Floorplan
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Water Heater, Refrigerator, Filtration System
Flooring Type: Laminate, Tile
Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Lower Level
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Great Room, Propane
Basement: Bath/Stubbed, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1498
Architectural Style: Cabin, Rustic, Traditional
Year Built: 1976
Levels: Two
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Rough Sawn
Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Deck
Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Rolling Slope, Views
Lot Size Area: 1.14
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.14
Lot Size Square Feet: 49658.4
Water Source: Community Well
Financial Details
Tax Assessed Value: $148,837
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Heating Type: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Propane
Sewer : Septic Installed

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1976
  • Effective Year Built: 1976
  • Bedroom Count: 2
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 5
  • Basement Area: 714
  • Garage Type: 7
  • Garage Square Area: 384
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 39,640
  • Total Building Area: 1,578
  • Building Area: 1,185
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 24
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,185
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000910
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1999
  • County Land Use Code: R1
  • Legal Description 1: OFF GREENWAY RD

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Jackson County Schools
  • Census Tract: 950500

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: MAP 7529.03
  • Parcel: 7529-30-2054
  • Municipality: SAVANNAH
  • Latitude: 35.2959
  • Longitude: -83.2799

    Address

  • Full Address: 298 Timbuktu Rd
  • Address - House Number: 298
  • Address - Street Name: Timbuktu
  • Address - Suffix Type: Rd
  • State: NC
  • City Name: Sylva
  • Carrier Code: R002
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 7168
  • Zip Code: 28779

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $52,005

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2266
  • Valuation Date: Oct 26, 2022
  • Confidence Score: 68
  • Final Value: 177,693
  • High Value: 217,963
  • Low Value: 137,424

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $103,960
  • Assessed Land Value: $26,440
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $77,520
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

Comparables

Unit
Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
HOA + Taxes

About Jackson


Similar Homes for Sale

Currently no similar homes around

Nearby Rentals



Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 298 Timbuktu Road built and last sold?
The property at 298 Timbuktu Road was built in 1976 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 298 Timbuktu Road is $352,348.
What are some comparable homes to 298 Timbuktu Road?
There are currently no comparable homes to 298 Timbuktu Road.