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Mixed-Use Land for Sale in Waynesville, North Carolina

20826 Great Smoky Mountain Expy, Waynesville, NC 28786

$599,000
2.23 acres
Active
ago
Est $3,299/mo

Prime Commercial Opportunity Near the Blue Ridge Parkway An exceptional opportunity to acquire 2.3+/- acres of commercially positioned property in one of Western North Carolina's most heavily traveled and sought-after corridors. Located just minutes, and less than .4 mile, from the Blue Ridge Parkway, this property sits directly along the Great Smoky Mountain Expressway (US-23/74) with 390+ feet of four-lane road frontage, offering unmatched visibility between Waynesville and Sylva. Average daily traffic count is over 24,000, placing it squarely in the path of both local and tourist traffic year-round. The property is home to the former Balsam Motel, along with a residential house and an additional building, all of which offer substantial potential for updating, repositioning, or complete redevelopment. With its combination of acreage, highway exposure, and proximity to major destinations, the site provides a flexible canvas for a wide range of commercial or investment uses. Visibility and accessibility define the value of this location. Direct access from a major highway, strong daily traffic counts, and immediate proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway create a setting well suited for businesses or developments that benefit from consistent exposure. Surrounded by mountain views, outdoor recreation, and established regional attractions, the property sits at the crossroads of travel, tourism, and growth. Whether envisioned as a revitalized motel or boutique lodging destination, a mixed-use or commercial redevelopment, a destination restaurant or retail concept, or a long-term investment in a high-demand mountain corridor, the possibilities here are extensive. Opportunities offering this level of frontage, location, and development flexibility are becoming increasingly rare in Western North Carolina. Offered at 20826 Great Smoky Mountain Expressway in Waynesville, this property represents a compelling chance to secure a highly visible and versatile site in one of the region's most desirable and heavily traveled areas.

Sq feet
1958
Built

Location

Street address
20826 Great Smoky Mountain Expy
Elevation
3,225 feet
Coordinates
35.4424, -83.0718

Directions

From Asheville-I-40 West; Exit 27 for US-74 toward US-19/US-23/Clyde/Waynesville/Maggie Valley/Franklin/Murphy/Atlanta; Continue 12 miles; 0826 Great Smoky Mtn Expy is on right; Two entrances, take second entrance. Sign - No Trespassing without appointment and listing agent/team. From Waynesville-US-23S/US-74W/Great Smoky Mountain Expressway; 20826 Great Smoky Mtn Expy is on right; Two entrances, take second entrance. Sign - No Trespassing without appointment and listing agent/team.

Property details

Acreage
2.23 acres
MLS #
CMLS 4332918
Posted

Parcels

  • 7684-70-6849

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential
Zoning
Commercial Use
Franchise
Keller Williams Realty

Lot

View
Water
Features
Creek Front, Creek/ Stream, Sloped

Exterior

Parking Spaces
15
Parking
Carport, Driveway, Parking Lot
Pool
Porch
Structures
Workshop

Structure

Stories
2
Basement
Full, Storage Space, Unfinished
Water
Well
Materials
Block, Brick Partial
Roof
Composition, Flat
Windows
Display Window(s)

Interior

Flooring
Carpet, Linoleum

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Jan 5, 2026New listing$599,000CMLS
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This 2.23-acre property is located at 20826 Great Smoky Mountain Expy in Waynesville, NC 28786. The property is available for sale for $599,000. It has a structure built in 1958.

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