Discover a rare opportunity to own a mountain cabin with a spectacular waterfall right in your back yard! This unique 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cabin sits on 10 acres of unrestricted land, offering a special opportunity to create a mountain getaway, vacation rental, or investment property. The cabin needs some TLC, being sold As-is, and is ready for someone to bring their vision and make it their own. Enjoy the peaceful natural setting, the soothing sounds of the waterfall, and the convenience of paved access just minutes from Western Carolina University. Adding even more appeal, the property features an RV site currently being rented through Airbnb, offering additional income potential. The RV may be purchased separately for an additional cost. Whether you're dreaming of a private mountain retreat or looking for a property with unique short-term rental possibilities, this one-of-a-kind opportunity combines natural beauty, location, and investment potential in one special package!
Under contract-show
$275,000
1000 Cane Creek Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
2beds
845sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
10 Acres Lot
$268,300 Zestimate®
$325/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Peaceful natural setting
- 12 days
- 6,165
- 1,193
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Bush wncrealtormelissa@gmail.com,
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4433583
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Propane, Space Heater, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Unfinished
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 845
- Total interior livable area: 845 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 845
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: None, Creek, Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 10 Acres
- Features: Level, Paved, Steep Slope, Wooded, Waterfall
Details
- Parcel number: 7650759591
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Spring
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Satellite Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Sylva
- Elevation: 2500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $325/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $251,675
- Annual tax amount: $905
- Date on market: 10/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 12 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
$268,300
$255,000 - $282,000
$1,429/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2026 | Contingent | $275,000$325/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26048726 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000$325/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26048726 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $905 +4.2% | $251,675 +28.6% |
| 2024 | $869 | $195,740 |
| 2023 | $869 | $195,740 |
| 2022 | $869 +8.4% | $195,740 |
| 2021 | $802 +8.5% | $195,740 +13.6% |
| 2020 | $739 | $172,360 |
| 2019 | $739 | $172,360 |
| 2018 | $739 | $172,360 |
| 2017 | $739 +2.4% | $172,360 |
| 2015 | $722 +9.3% | $172,360 -16.3% |
| 2011 | $661 | $205,920 |
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Neighborhood: 28779
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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.






