Fontana View Homes for Sale
4 homesgated community
Community Highlights
- Gated mountain setting with paved private roads and year-round access off Highway 28
- Frequent long-range mountain and Fontana Lake view corridors
- Short-term-rental positioning supported by existing cabin inventory
- Quick reach to Bryson City, Tsali, and the Nantahala recreation corridor
* Based on what we noticed in listing details.
Architecture & Style
- Long Range Views
- Build Ready House Pads
- Septic Permits Or Installed Systems
- Wraparound Or Expansive Decks
- Vaulted Ceilings
- Granite Countertops
- Stone Fireplaces
* Based on what we noticed in listing details.
Location & Proximity
Mountain ridges above Fontana Lake between Bryson City and the Nantahala corridor
- Fontana Lake
- Almond Boat Dock and Marina
- Tsali Recreation Area
- Nantahala Gorge
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
* Based on what we noticed in listing details.
Nearby Schools
West Swain
Swain
Swain
* Based on what we noticed in listing details.
Lots and Land in Fontana View
Fontana View is a gated mountain community in Almond built around elevation, view corridors, and quick access to the lake-and-river recreation that defines western Swain County.
Community Highlights
Fontana View is a gated mountain community in Almond built around elevation, view corridors, and quick access to the lake-and-river recreation that defines western Swain County. Most opportunities here are homesites rather than finished houses, and the listings consistently emphasize long-range mountain vistas, glimpses of Fontana Lake, and build-ready improvements such as driveways, house pads, shared wells, and septic permits.
The setting is distinctly ridge-oriented. Closed and active listings stretch from about 1.6 acres to more than 4 acres where lot dimensions are reported, and several parcels back to U.S. Forest Service land or sit beside undeveloped mountain terrain. Bee Gum Ridge and Shiners Ridge carry the strongest pricing among recent closed sales, reflecting the premium attached to bigger acreage, stronger view exposure, and finished cabins. Completed homes in the community are limited but memorable: log and timber-style cabins from 2004 to 2020 with wraparound decks, vaulted ceilings, stone fireplaces, granite kitchens, hot tubs, and occasional garage or basement space.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Fontana View does not read like a master-planned amenity neighborhood. Its draw is location and access. Listings repeatedly point to paved private roads, gated entry, and year-round approach off Highway 28, which matters in a steep mountain setting. The community is also positioned for short-term rentals, with multiple remarks highlighting successful vacation cabins and relatively modest minimum build requirements for new construction.
Outdoor recreation is the everyday backdrop. Fontana Lake and the Almond Boat Dock sit about half a mile from some homesites, while Tsali Recreation Area, Nantahala Gorge, the Nantahala Outdoor Center, the Appalachian Trail, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park all appear as nearby anchors. That combination gives the neighborhood equal footing as a private mountain retreat and as a launch point for boating, paddling, cycling, hiking, and scenic drives.
These insights are based on listing details and are informational only; verify details for any specific property.
Market Trends
Buyers have more negotiating power. Properties may take longer to sell. Prices have declined 74%. There's typically room for negotiation on price.
Year-over-Year Comparison
Last 12 months
Recently Sold Properties
| Property | Sold Date▼ | Sale Price↕ | DOM↕ | LP/SP↕ | Size↕ | $/SF↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 SOLD 59 Musket Road | Nov 3 2025 | $29,900 | 47 | 🎯100% | — | — |
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 SOLD Lot 70 Round Top Road | May 12 2025 | $115,000 | 360 | 96% | — | — |
 SOLD 636 Shiners Ridge | Mar 27 2025 | $190,000 | 356 | 84% | — | — |
 SOLD Lot 69 Musket Road | Jan 31 2025 | $72,500 | 259 | 91% | — | — |
8 month gap in market activity | ||||||
 SOLD 40 Bee Gum Ridge | May 13 2024 | $45,000 | 22 | 69% | — | — |
 SOLD 00 Round Top Road | Apr 9 2024 | $42,000 | 201 | 84% | — | — |
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 SOLD 168 Trails Edge Road 1 bed1 bath | Sep 22 2023 | $405,128 | 54 | 95% | 1005 sq ft | $403 |
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 SOLD 245 Bee Gum Ridge 3 bed2 bath | Mar 17 2023 | $560,000 | 179 | 97% | 1700 sq ft | $329 |
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 SOLD 0 Shiners Ridge 24 | Jan 10 2022 | $125,000 | 207 | 93% | — | — |
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 SOLD 636 Shiners Ridge 3 bed2 bath | Nov 13 2020 | $465,000 | 182 | 93% | 1876 sq ft | $248 |
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 SOLD 96 Bee Gum Ridge 2 bed2 bath | Aug 7 2020 | $299,000 | 43 | 🎯100% | 1225 sq ft | $244 |
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 SOLD 402 Bee Gum Ridge 43 4 bed3 bath | Mar 3 2020 | $490,000 | 193 | 98% | 2990 sq ft | $164 |
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 SOLD Lot 85c Doubletree Lane 85C | Aug 5 2016 | $11,000 | 1193 | 74% | — | — |
 SOLD Lot 85a Doubletree Lane 85A | Aug 5 2016 | $11,000 | 1193 | 74% | — | — |
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 SOLD Lot 12 Round Top Road | Oct 20 2014 | $23,500 | 92 | 84% | — | — |
59 Musket Road
$29,900
Lot 70 Round Top Road
$115,000
636 Shiners Ridge
$190,000
Lot 69 Musket Road
$72,500
40 Bee Gum Ridge
$45,000
00 Round Top Road
$42,000
168 Trails Edge Road
$405,128
245 Bee Gum Ridge
$560,000
0 Shiners Ridge 24
$125,000
636 Shiners Ridge
$465,000
96 Bee Gum Ridge
$299,000
402 Bee Gum Ridge 43
$490,000
Lot 85c Doubletree Lane 85C
$11,000
Lot 85a Doubletree Lane 85A
$11,000
Lot 12 Round Top Road
$23,500
Market Statistics
The Fontana View real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 193 days. With 4 active listings and 3 homes sold in the past year, Buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.
Pricing
Median Price:$64,000
Average Price:$72,225
Property Details
Avg Bedrooms:2.6
Avg Bathrooms:2.0
Avg Lot Size:2.32 acres
Market Activity
Active Listings:4
Sold Last Year:3
Median Days to Sell:193 days
Community Info
Has HOA:No
Median Year Built:2005
New Construction:0%
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