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29 Acres Lot
Key Details
Property Type Vacant Land
Sub Type Acreage
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
MLS Listing ID 4419378
Lot Size 29.000 Acres
Acres 29.0
Property Sub-Type Acreage
Property Description
Rare Large-Scale Residential Development Opportunity Near Bryson City! Don't miss the opportunity to acquire and develop one of the last significant residential tracts in the Alarka/Bryson City area. Strategically located near the Alarka Road/US-74 interchange (Exit 64), this property offers convenient access to Bryson City, Cherokee, the Nantahala area, Fontana Lake and the Great Smoky Mountains. The location combines a peaceful mountain setting with excellent regional accessibility. Alarka Road (SR 1140) is identified by NCDOT as carrying approximately 8,300 vehicles per day between US-19 and Deep Gap Road, providing substantial exposure along this established community corridor. The property's proximity to US-74 and Exit 64 places it at an important gateway between Bryson City and the surrounding communities and recreational destinations. Nearby Swain West Elementary School, established residential neighborhoods and existing development contribute to the area's strong residential character. The Alarka corridor is already attracting significant investment, including larger-scale residential development nearby, demonstrating continued interest in this desirable mountain community. For the experienced developer, the property presents an opportunity to create a substantial residential community rather than simply individual homesites. Potential concepts could include a phased single-family subdivision, lower-density mountain-home community, second-home/primary-residence development, or other residential uses, subject to zoning, utilities, access, environmental considerations and governmental approvals. Large tracts with this combination of size, highway access, community infrastructure and proximity to Bryson City are increasingly difficult to find in Western North Carolina. The property's position near Exit 64 and along the Alarka corridor provides a compelling combination of accessibility and long-term development potential. Position your investment ahead of the next phase of growth in the Alarka/Bryson City corridor. This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a significant mountain tract with the potential to help shape a future residential community in one of Western North Carolina's most desirable areas.
Location
State NC
County Swain
Zoning None
Exterior
Exterior Feature Other - See Remarks
Utilities Available Electricity Connected
View Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
Street Surface Paved
Building
Lot Description Rolling Slope, Creek/Stream, Views
Sewer Septic Installed
Water Well
Schools
Elementary Schools Unspecified
Middle Schools Unspecified
High Schools Unspecified
Others
Senior Community false
Restrictions No Restrictions
Special Listing Condition None
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Listed by Craig Parks • Keller Williams Great Smokies - Bryson City • craigparksrealestate@gmail.com
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