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$310,000

Sylva, NC 28779
Listed by Judy Preiato · Jackson County Realty, Inc.
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1.5
Living area
1,330 sqft
Year built
1922

About this home

Charming and full of character, this beautifully maintained 2 bd, 1.5 bath farmhouse offers the perfect blend of timeless appeal and in town convenience. Nestled within the city limits of Sylva, this inviting home sits on a thoughtfully landscaped property bursting with color, texture and curb appeal. Step inside to find warm, welcoming living spaces that reflect the homes era complemented by tasteful updates for modern comfort. The functional layout features 2 cozy bedrooms one with a half bath and the other with a full bath. Outside, the creatively designed (.75 acre corner lot) landscaping creates a peaceful retreat-ideal for relaxing on the porch, gardening or entertaining guests. Your pets will have plenty of space with the fully fenced in yard. Whether you're enjoying the covered porch or exploring the vibrant local community just minutes away, this property offers the opportunity to own a slice of mountain town living. Beautiful flower gardens featuring perennial blooming apple and cherry trees- close to schools, shops, & services.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4368039
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
none
Status
Active
Days on market
7
On market date
April 7, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
1.5
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
2.04 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
2.07 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
2.3 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).

57
Somewhat walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
8.2 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
80 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores4
Parks1
Schools1
Transit stops3
Pharmacies2

Market position

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

On the market 7 days -- 262 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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$62,000 down
$248,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,609
Property tax (est.)$258
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated April 14, 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.