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Property Description
So many facets to this home so little space to list them all. The beautiful furnishings stay, ready to move in. Natural light galore, cathedral ceiling in the living room with gas fireplace, a dream kitchen, storage and closet space at every turn including a pantry, a sunroom, expansive bedrooms, a whirlpool tub inside, a hot tub outside, downstairs is a hideout for movie watching, billiard playing and a workshop. The deck and patio offer space for entertaining or just to take in the year-round mountain views. It is a private breathtaking retreat near Sylva, Dillsboro and Franklin for shopping, restaurants, breweries, festivals, lakes, hiking, rafting and more.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 533 Safari Dr
General
- Price: $715,000
- HOA FEE: $33/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4281221
- Updated: 1/5/2026
- Added to Site: 179 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Living Room, Gas Log, Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms-B: 1
- Bedrooms Upper: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Chute, Laundry Room, Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Above Ground Hot Tub / Spa, Fire Pit
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- County: Jackson
- Subdivision: Wildcat Cove
- Driving Directions: Highway 441 five miles south of Dillsboro, between Sylva and Franklin, turn onto Ralph Tatham Road. The first left is Safari Drive, follow 1/2 mile to the driveway on the left
School Information
- High School: Smoky Mountain
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Heat Pump, Multi Units, Zoned
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Community Well
Structural Information
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Stone, Vinyl
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Basement Shop, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Upper: 913 Sq. Ft.
- Main/1st Level: 1,938 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2009
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt, Paved
- Elevation (Approx.): 2500
- Lot Features: Paved, Private
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $400
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 7528-99-9524
- Lot Number: 2368/1334
Listed by Sundog Realty, Inc.
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Schools
Schools serving 533 Safari Dr
School District:Jackson County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fairview Elementary, Sylva, NC 251 Big Orange Way, Sylva, NC 28779 | K-8 | 5.5 mi |
Smoky Mountain High 100 Smoky Mountain Drive, Sylva, NC 28779 | 9-12 | 5.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 533 Safari Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/27/2025
Price Reduced
$715,000
-2.72%
MLS
11/04/2025
Price Reduced
$735,000
-1.87%
MLS
8/29/2025
Price Reduced
$749,000
-3.35%
MLS
7/24/2025
Listed
$775,000
33.62%
MLS
12/05/2023
Sold
$580,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 533 Safari Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,277
51%
$599,299
51%
2023
$1,509
—
$397,210
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2022
$1,509
—
$397,210
—
2021
$1,509
21%
$397,210
21%
2020
$1,248
-6%
$328,440
—
2018
$1,332
—
$328,440
—
2019
$1,332
3%
$328,440
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2016
$1,299
27%
$328,440
-2%
2014
$1,019
—
$334,020
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2013
$1,019
—
$334,020
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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533 Safari Drive, Sylva, NC 28779 (MLS# 4281221) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 533 Safari Drive is currently listed for $715,000 and was received on July 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 533 Safari Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sylva? You can browse all Sylva real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

