Single Family Residence at Sylva
Plenty of parking and easy access! - Sylva
sunset reflected on the river--every day views from this property - Sylva
Tuckaseegee River just below entrance to home. - Sylva
Single Family Residence at Sylva, photo 5 of 46
Back yard's gentle slope. - Sylva
River view above Dillsboro Park - Sylva
Car or canoe storage area. - Sylva
Front yards' view of the mountains and river and North River Road below. - Sylva
Wooded front yard with seasonal views. - Sylva
The Tuckaseegee River in front of the property has great trout fishing. - Sylva
Lots of sunlight in the great room's dining area and den. - Sylva
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Private drive leading down from the house to North River Road. - Sylva
No grass to mow!  Wooded area behind cabin. - Sylva
North River Road leading from US23 and 74 (300 yards away) and private driveway leading up to the cabin. - Sylva
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Great room flooded with spring morning light! - Sylva
Covered area is great for enjoying a beverage and the view. - Sylva
Add a grill for meal preparation and dine in the shaded area of the porch. - Sylva
Spacious master bedroom - Sylva
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Efficient kitchen. - Sylva
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View of river from park looking down to cabin - Sylva
Trout fishing haven, stocked with 30,000 rainbow trout for October to June catch and release. - Sylva
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View of river and property from N. River Road at point where driveway turns up to cabin. - Sylva
Easy to use kitchen. - Sylva
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Carport for parking or storage. - Sylva
Cathedral ceiling and open den and dining area. - Sylva
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Upstairs bedroom with half bath used as office area now. - Sylva
Front view of property and notice all of the trees and small front yard.  Fish don't mow! - Sylva
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Put-in and take-out ramp at nearby Dillsboro park. - Sylva
Spring morning view of front wooded area, river and mountains from the front covered porch. - Sylva
Can't get enough views of the Tuck! - Sylva
Easy access to the covered back porch which owners use as access and laundry room/pantry.  Could easily be converted to additional kitchen space. - Sylva
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Spacious master bedroom and walk in closet. - Sylva
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$448,500

Sylva, NC 28779
Listed by Keith Clark · RE/MAX Executive
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Living area
1,750 sqft
Year built
1995

About this home

This beautifully crafted mountain home offers the ideal combination of comfort, natural beauty, and convenience, making it a perfect full-time residence, mountain retreat or investment rental. Designed with both functionality and charm in mind, the home features an inviting open-concept great room with warm wood flooring and an abundance of windows with eastern exposure to fill the space with natural light, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout the day. Just outside, a covered front porch provides a peaceful setting to relax with your coffee in the mornings and take in scenic views of the Tuckaseegee River flowing below the property. Situated on a gently sloping, wooded lot, the property requires minimal maintenance, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the surrounding mountain lifestyle. Add some natural plantings along the road for privacy and selectively trim or remove a few trees and create a rock patio with an outdoor kitchen and firepit from which you enjoy majestic views of the river and long range views of the mountains. The home is connected to Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer, offering reliable utilities as well as the flexibility to expand the residence if additional space is desired. With no HOA fees or restrictions and easy access via paved, state-maintained roads just 200 yards from US 23 & 441, the property combines privacy with convenience to the area's many outdoor recreation, dining and entertainment opportunities. It's all waiting for you in the Sylva/Dillsboro area and western North Carolina! Inside, the main level features two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own walk-in closet and private bathroom, providing comfort and privacy for residents and guests alike. The upper level offers a versatile open loft space that can serve as an additional bedroom, office, or hobby area, along with a half-bath and access to heated and cooled attic-style storage. Recent updates include a new metal roof installed in 2022 and a new electric hot water heater installed this year, ensuring modern reliability. The location offers exceptional access to outdoor recreation and local attractions. The nearby Tuckaseegee River is well known for its catch-and-release dry fly trout fishing from October through May, as well as opportunities for rafting, kayaking, and tubing during the warmer months. The charming town of Dillsboro is just minutes away, offering a variety of restaurants, breweries, and historic appeal, while Sylva is approximately one mile from the property. Additional nearby destinations include Western Carolina University (6 miles), Cherokee and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (15 miles), and the Cashiers/Highlands area, all within a short drive. For added peace of mind, the property is not located within a floodplain and was unaffected by recent storm events. The home also benefits from ample sunlight year-round, with minimal winter accumulation of snow and ice. Lovingly built and maintained by its original owners for over 30 years, this home presents a rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully designed mountain home in a highly desirable location.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4365027
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
None
Status
Active
Days on market
60
On market date
April 6, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2.5
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Fairview Elementary
2.88 mi away · Grades -1-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
729
Student:teacher ratio
14.3:1
District
Jackson County Public Schools
Middle
Catamount School
2.71 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
53
Student:teacher ratio
10.6:1
District
Catamount School
High
Jackson Co Early College
2.37 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.1
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
100
Student:teacher ratio
25.0:1
District
Jackson County Public Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Sylva's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

30
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
9.7 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
3 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops1
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Sylva, from live MLS data.

On the market 60 days -- 209 fewer days than Sylva's current average of 269 days.
For reference, the median list price across 177 active listings in Sylva right now is $395,000.

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$89,700 down
$358,800 loan
Principal & interest$2,327
Property tax (est.)$374
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 5, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.