Jackson Homes for Sale

Jackson Homes for Sale

Welcome to Jackson County, located in the beautiful state of North Carolina! With its stunning natural landscapes, friendly communities, and rich history, Jackson County is a wonderful place to call home.

When it comes to homes for sale in Jackson County, you'll find a range of options to suit your needs and preferences. Whether you're looking for a cozy cottage nestled in the mountains or a spacious family home in a suburban neighborhood, there's something for everyone here.

One of the standout features of Jackson County is its breathtaking natural beauty. From the majestic peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains to the peaceful shores of Lake Glenville, outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, and more. The county is also home to several national forests and state parks, offering endless possibilities for exploration and adventure.

In addition to its natural attractions, Jackson County boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene. The charming town of Sylva is known for its galleries, theaters, and live music venues, while the nearby Western Carolina University provides a hub of intellectual and artistic activity.

With a low cost of living, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, Jackson County offers a high quality of life for residents of all ages. Whether you're a young professional, a growing family, or a retiree seeking tranquility, this county has something to offer everyone.

So, if you're considering a move to North Carolina, be sure to explore the homes for sale in Jackson County. With its natural beauty, thriving arts scene, and welcoming communities, it's a place where you can truly feel at home.

Newest Jackson Homes for Sale

$275,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4423552 MLS ⋅ 1,512 SqFt. ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Nestled at the end of a private drive, surrounded by beautiful forest and lush landscaping, this mountain oasis awaits your discovery! The sellers have spent the last few months giving this well loved family home a fresh, updated look, and now move in ready. With a bright, open floor plan, new LVP flooring, paint, bathrooms, generous front deck added, and permanent block foundation, the only thing left to do is enjoy each day in this special place. The spacious primary bedroom and en-suite bath are perfectly designed in this split bedroom layout. The living room flows seamlessly to the kitchen and dining area, with an extra family room offering a stone surrounded gas fireplace, great for an office or simply more space for daily living. Outdoors, you’ll relax by the small stream fed pond, next to the firepit where stories and s’mores are shared. Spring water is held in a 1,000 gallon tank to serve the home, pump service scheduled for next week. Two outbuildings, one with electric, provide extra storage space, or room for creative pursuits. Great convenient location! Just 1 mile to Hwy 23/74/64 which takes you to the dining and shopping amenities of Sylva, Dillsboro, and Waynesville, an easy drive. Two parcels convey, at +/- 1.36 acres, guaranteeing your privacy. Gentle drive to the home just graded, with new gravel put down. Ample parking space. See the Special Features and Upgrades page when listing goes live 9-18. Contact listing agent for buyer options. An incredible opportunity at this listing price to fulfill your dreams of living in the mountains!

13 Cattail Drive, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Asheville Realty Group. INFO@AshevilleRealtyGroup.com
$385,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4421038 MLS ⋅ 1,879 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This mid-century home is ideally situated within the Sylva city limits and located on 1.8 acres zoned High Density Residential, offering exceptional flexibility for homeowners, investors, or future development. Comprised of four separate lots, this property presents a rare opportunity for potential expansion, additional homesites, or other residential development possibilities. The existing home offers comfortable one-level living with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a dedicated office, and a basement, making it ideal for those who need space or work from home. The property combines the feel of privacy and room to spread out with the convenience of in town living close to shopping, schools, and restaurants. A detached carport and workshop add functionality for hobbies, storage, or projects. Whether you’re looking for a home with character, an income opportunity, or a property with valuable high density zoning and room to grow, this is a unique find within the Sylva city limits.

144 Cherry Street, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. melissa@conleyrogerswnc.com
$625,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4424247 MLS ⋅ 3,141 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Own a beautiful mountain retreat at Balsam Mountain Preserve through a 1/6th ownership interest in The Laurel, located in the coveted Doubletop Village. This exceptional opportunity offers the privileges of owning a luxury mountain home with the ease and simplicity of shared ownership. The Laurel provides an inviting setting for relaxing weekends, family getaways and memorable time in the mountains. Thoughtfully designed interiors, comfortable living spaces and the natural beauty of Balsam Mountain Preserve create a sophisticated yet welcoming retreat. With a 1/6th ownership interest, enjoy eight weeks of personal use throughout the year, providing the flexibility to experience the mountains across changing seasons without the responsibilities of maintaining a full-time residence. When you're not enjoying The Laurel, ownership is managed within the shared ownership structure, allowing you to simply arrive, settle in and enjoy. Within Balsam Mountain Preserve, owners enjoy an extraordinary private mountain setting with miles of trails, scenic vistas, abundant wildlife and an array of club amenities and outdoor experiences. Whether hiking through the preserve, gathering with friends and family or simply enjoying the quiet beauty of the mountains, The Laurel offers an effortless way to make Balsam Mountain Preserve part of your life. A rare opportunity to own 1/6th of a beautifully appointed mountain residence within Balsam Mountain Preserve—giving you more time to enjoy the mountains and less time managing a home.

55 Lodestone Drive Unit #Share (F), Sylva

Listing courtesy of BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC. 828-631-1040
$550,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4421307 MLS ⋅ 1,532 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to easy mountain living in the heart of Sylva! Fully renovated from the studs, this gorgeous three bedroom, two and a half bath home pairs the character of an established neighborhood with a fresh, stylish interior that is truly hard to find. The kitchen is an absolute dream, featuring beautiful finishes that make it as inviting as it is functional. Every space feels thoughtfully designed and completely move in ready. Step onto the front porch and take in the surrounding mountain views, or leave the car at home and stroll into downtown Sylva for concerts, local dining, breweries, shopping, and street festivals. The low maintenance lot makes this an ideal primary residence, mountain getaway, or lock and leave second home for anyone looking to escape the heat and enjoy life in one of Western North Carolina’s most beloved small towns. A spacious area beside the home offers even more potential for an outdoor patio, carport, or private gathering space. Beautifully renovated, effortlessly stylish, and wonderfully located, this home makes small town mountain living feel easy.

186 Sylvan Heights Drive, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. melissa@conleyrogerswnc.com
$299,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4422320 MLS ⋅ 1,188 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Cullowhee! Enjoy comfortable one-level living, year-round mountain views, and a fresh, move-in-ready interior. With no HOA, the home offers a peaceful setting within a 10-minute drive of Southwestern Community College, downtown Sylva, shopping, dining, and highway access, with Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort also nearby. Since the recent purchase, a major amount of work has been completed, including extensive drainage improvements, retaining walls, new flooring, a new kitchen, and a remodeled interior. The flexible layout includes 1) a primary bedroom with two closets and a private exterior entrance. 2) Another bedroom features an en suite full bath with a shower, 3) while the spacious third room—used as a bedroom—does not have a closet and offers its own exterior entrance. Or use it as an office! 4) A second full bath serves the remainder of the home. With its versatile layout and multiple private entrances, this property offers an appealing option for students or professors, a second home, or peaceful full-time living. Come see everything this inviting mountain home has to offer!

141 Silver Fox Drive, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC. ro@allstarpowerhouse.com
$375,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4422833 MLS ⋅ 1,749 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Spacious 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offering the convenience of in-town living with stunning views overlooking the Town of Sylva. This well-maintained and well-cared-for property is being offered for the first time on the market. Featuring two different family areas, the home provides plenty of space for entertaining and everyday living. Two fireplaces were operational at one time and add charm and character to the home. Hardwood floors are found predominantly upstairs. The unfinished basement offers a blank palette with endless possibilities for expansion, workshop space, or additional storage, and includes convenient outdoor access. Enjoy the carport, concrete patio area, and the incredible view from the front window. Located just minutes from everything Sylva has to offer, this property combines space, location, and potential in one exceptional opportunity

223 Cherry Street, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. cassidywncrealtor@gmail.com
$1,000,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4418565 MLS ⋅ 3,168 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Imagine stepping outside and actually walking to downtown Sylva. Coffee, dinner, breweries, shops and events are all just down the hill. The park is to your right, the Jackson County Public Library to your left, and you’re perched just above town with mountain views in the background. Built in 2023, this contemporary modern home offers more than 3,000 heated square feet across three levels, with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The main level was made for gathering. An open floor plan connects the kitchen, dining and living spaces, with clean modern finishes, oversized windows and abundant natural light. Step outside onto the spacious deck overlooking downtown Sylva — the kind of spot made for morning coffee, evening cocktails, and watching the town come alive below you. Upstairs, the primary suite features generous closet space, along with two additional bedrooms and a full bath. The lower level adds something increasingly valuable: flexibility. With its own bedroom, full bath and living area, it can easily serve as private guest quarters, a studio-style suite, home office, or simply more room to spread out. And did we mention it comes furnished? With just a few personal exclusions, you can move right in and start enjoying it. Because the real luxury here might just be this: You can live in the mountains without having to drive 20 minutes down one to get anywhere. Park the car. Walk downtown. Grab coffee or dinner. Come home, head out to the deck, and take in the mountain and town views. This is downtown Sylva living.

254 Keener Street, Jackson

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. stefanie@conleyrogerswnc.com
$749,999
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4420900 MLS ⋅ 2,524 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your private mountain retreat in the sought-after Greens Creek area of Sylva, NC — perfect as a year-round home, second home, or investment property of your very own. Pass through rock columns into your garden sanctuary, as you drive up to the oversized two-car garage and courtyard entry, offering convenient access to both the main home and second living quarters. An open floor plan showcases a kitchen built for gathering, with new stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, and gleaming hardwood floors flowing into the dining area and great room beyond. The soaring ceilings of the great room give way to natural light, a wood burning fireplace, and the wrap-around decks begging to entertain. With bedrooms on each level in the main home, multi-generational families will have plenty of room to call their own. The upper-level primary suite features beautifully situated built-ins, walk-in closets, and a charming private balcony. A connecting loft allows additional room for an office or the hobbyist. The lower-level primary suite includes its own living space, laundry, and walk out access to a private patio and the surrounding grounds. An additional garage/workshop connected to this level is perfect for additional hobbies. Second living quarters above the 2-car garage offer a half bath, private balcony, and separate exterior entry — ideal for guests, extended family, a private office, or rental potential. If privacy is what your heart desires, this 5-acre sanctuary borders USFS land, has very little restrictions, and no HOA. With storage in abundance, central vacuum system, generator hookup and propane backup, the attention to detail of this meticulously maintained estate will make you determined to call it yours.

391 Grand Vista Drive, Sylva

Listing courtesy of NC Mountain Real Estate. aprilsellsanyday@gmail.com
$235,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4421408 MLS ⋅ 917 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Your Mountain Life, Redefined - Imagine mornings on the front deck with crisp mountain air, evenings by a crackling wood-burning fire, and a weekend calendar that could include whitewater rafting at the Nantahala Outdoor Center, a scenic ride on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, or a day exploring the Biltmore Estate and Asheville's River Arts District all within easy reach of home. Charming and full of character, this Whittier cottage delivers mountain living with everyday convenience and a location that puts you within reach of some of the most sought-after outdoor and cultural destinations in the Southeast. Set on a gentle 0.81-acre parcel, the property offers easy, paved, year-round access via a state-maintained road — no compromises on comfort or accessibility. Step inside to an inviting, open-concept living area anchored by a cozy wood-burning fireplace and solid wood interior doors. The thoughtful layout maximizes every square foot, offering two comfortable bedrooms, a full bath, and an adaptable third room that functions seamlessly as a bonus room, home office, or extra sleeping quarters. Outside, enjoy crisp mountain breezes on the front deck, open usable yard space. A generous, detached building on the property provides exceptional flexibility, featuring existing electrical outlets and lighting that make it immediately functional as a workshop, studio, gear room, hobby space, or secure storage area. Beyond its current functionality, the building presents exciting potential to be transformed into a heated and cooled bonus space, home office, guest retreat, or personalized creative space (subject to applicable building requirements). Centrally situated between Cherokee and Bryson City, this property puts you minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tuckasegee River trout fishing, Harrah's Cherokee Casino, and downtown dining and just a short drive from an unmatched roster of regional destinations: The Blue Ridge Parkway, for legendary scenic drives and overlooks, The Appalachian Trail, for world-class hiking access, The Nantahala Outdoor Center, for whitewater rafting and outdoor adventure, The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, for scenic excursions through the Nantahala Gorge, Asheville, including the Biltmore Estate, the vibrant River Arts District, and a nationally acclaimed fine dining and craft beverage scene Few properties offer this kind of convergence — a private mountain retreat with genuine seclusion, positioned within easy striking distance of the outdoor recreation, culture, and culinary destinations that define the best of Western North Carolina. Whether you're searching for a low-maintenance primary residence, a seasonal mountain escape, or a high-performing rental investment in the Smokies, this Whittier retreat is ready to welcome you home!

3387 Union Hill Road, Whittier

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC. Jennifer.Simandl@exprealty.com
$1,250,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4417137 MLS ⋅ 5,105 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
If it is your own oasis near all amenities is what you are desiring, then look no further. This 5,000+ sq foot home on 4.45 acre property has it all. There are four bedrooms with at least 4 other bonus rooms to use as you desire. A living room with beautiful stone fireplace to enjoy your morning beverage by, a large enough kitchen to host a cooking show or your whole family and/or friends, with solid surface countertops, wall oven and microwave, and a Jenn Air gas downdraft stove top. If you need to have your own space to talk, there is the keeping room. In the dining room, there is enough space to continue the celebration of family and/or friends. In the laundry room, you have plenty of space to sort and hang dry if wanted. You will need places to store some of the goodies, no problem, plenty of storage at the breezeway. The primary ensuite is a true retreat itself. Large bedroom, large double vanity bathroom with jet tub, two closets, etc…. If you have that family member or friend who likes their privacy, they can walk across the breezeway into their own sanctuary. For those friends and family who like to hang-out, two of the bedrooms upstairs are only separated by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom along with another bedroom and bathroom. Downstairs there is so much room that it is hard to describe. There is a family room with another stone fireplace. Off of this room are three other bonus rooms, one with lots of open space, maybe a great place for a media room with comfy recliners. The bathroom downstairs let’s everyone have their own privacy and space across all three levels. You don’t have to There is flex space that will lead you to your garage and workshop. Outside there is plenty of flat cleared area to play croquet, volleyball, chase lightning bugs, or play hide and seek when it becomes. There is plenty of space for parking, even designated parking for special guest. If you have friends who desire to live in their RV’s when visiting, the spacious, 2 Bay RV Garage with full bathroom is perfect for them. Supposedly, there is enough space for 9 cars. With all of this, you don’t have to worry about being stuck in your oasis during freezing weather. The driveway is heated. In the winter, you have beautiful mountain views. In the summer, when everyone is enjoying the delightful evenings, the trees keep the noise to a barely detectible level. Don’t let this rare opportunity go by, make it yours!

832 Asheville Highway, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Sundog Realty, Inc.. shelly.white@sundogrealty.com
$649,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4419954 MLS ⋅ 1,920 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Love the look of a log cabin but not the maintenance? This custom mountain home offers the best of both worlds with low-maintenance HardiPlank siding and Trex decking while showcasing the warmth and character of exposed wood interiors and massive timber rafters. The open floor plan features a spacious kitchen with a large island, breakfast bar, granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, and generous counter space adjoining the dining area. The vaulted great room is highlighted by a stunning wood-burning fireplace with a gas starter. The main-level primary suite offers dual closets, an ensuite bath, and direct access to the 10x40 covered deck. Also on the main level are the laundry room and half bath. Upstairs you'll find two guest bedrooms, a full bath, and a spacious loft overlooking the great room that's perfect for a game room, home office, or additional sleeping area. One guest bedroom opens onto a private deck with mountain views. Additional features include a heated and cooled encapsulated crawlspace, encapsulated attic, level parking, and a low-maintenance yard. Enjoy easy year-round access w/ no steep or winding roads, all within minutes to all the area's popular attractions!

32 Grand View Estates Drive, Whittier

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies - Bryson City. martyhuskins@outlook.com
$348,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4418580 MLS ⋅ 2,519 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Back on the market through no fault of the property. The home was approaching closing when the buyer experienced an unexpected personal issue and was ultimately unable to proceed with the purchase. This gives a new buyer another opportunity to make this property their own. Private mountain retreat with easy access! Situated on 5.537 unrestricted acres in Sylva, this 3BR/2BA home offers 2,519 sq ft of space, privacy, and potential. Tucked into a peaceful setting, the property features a large primary suite on the main level with its own private deck, oversized bathrooms, a spacious eat-in kitchen with abundant cabinet and countertop space, and a cozy gas log fireplace in the living room. The flexible basement space offers room for hobbies, storage, office space, or additional living area. Dual HVAC systems serve the upstairs and main level. Enjoy the serenity of mountain living while still benefiting from convenient access. With unrestricted acreage, privacy, and solid square footage, this property is full of possibilities for a primary residence, mountain getaway, or investment opportunity.

38 Pee Wee Branch Branch, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Blue Ridge Premier Realty. adrienneclark82@gmail.com
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