Stunning Home - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Welcoming Covered Porch - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Paved Road & Drive - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Warm & Inviting Great Room - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Relax & Savor the Views - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Beautiful Architecture - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Open Floor Plan - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Knotty Pine Cabinets - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Ample Cabinet Storage - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Laundry Closet off of the Kitchen - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Dining Area off of Kitchen & Great Room - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Gorgeous VIEW Room - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Enjoy Looking Out at the VIEWS - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Cozy Up by the Two Sided Fireplace - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
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Primary Ensuite on Main Level - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Primary Bedroom - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Spacious Primary Bath - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Primary Bath - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Primary Bath - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Guest Bedroom on Main Level - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
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Full Guest Bath on Main Level - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Loft - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Sleeping Area in Loft - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Sitting Area in Loft - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
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Guest Bedroom Upper Level - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
2nd Guest Bedroom Upper Level - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Full Bath Upper Level - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
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Large Parking Area - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Enjoy the Lit Sports Court for Many Activities - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Sit Around the Firepit on a Cool Day - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
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Gorgeous Setting - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
Side Patio to Enjoy the VIEWS - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
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Soak in the Hot Tub, while enjoying the VIEWS - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
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Surrounded by VIEWS - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
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1.35 Acres - 12 Signal Ridge, Sylva
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$1,077,000

12 Signal Ridge
Sylva, NC 28779
Listed by Mary Hansen · RE/MAX Executive
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Living area
2,786 sqft
Year built
2001

About this home

Experience the perfect blend of comfort, craftsmanship, & mountain adventure in this exceptional custom log home designed for gathering, relaxing, & making lasting memories. The inviting open floor plan features soaring ceilings & a stunning two-sided stone fireplace, creating the perfect setting to enjoy breathtaking year-round mountain views from both the great room & the family room, known as the "cathedral room". The main level offers the convenience of a primary ensuite with a spacious primary bath, plus a guest bedroom & a full guest bath—ideal for one-level living. Upper level has an expansive loft & offers a large sitting area/office area, additional sleeping area, plus two guest bedrooms & a full bath, providing plenty of room for family & friends. Step outside to your own private mountain playground featuring a fully lit multi-use sports court designed for basketball, pickleball, shuffleboard, tennis practice with the backboard, & even axe throwing. It's the perfect place for family fun & unforgettable gatherings—all with breathtaking mountain views as your backdrop. Gather around on one of the stone patios sitting by the firepit on cool mountain evenings, or unwind in the hot tub on the side patio. Spend your evenings on the covered porch, where cool mountain breezes, the magical glow of fireflies, & breathtaking year-round mountain views create the perfect setting to relax. During several holidays each year, enjoy spectacular fireworks lighting up the mountains in the distance. This property would make an outstanding short-term rental, offering amenities rarely found in mountain homes. Guests will love the unique recreation options, spacious accommodations, & unforgettable mountain setting. Great location to be in downtown Sylva, Cherokee or Waynesville, all in 30 minutes or less. Additional features include a generator for added peace of mind, ensuring comfort year-round. Being sold mostly furnished, this exceptional log home is ready to enjoy from day one—whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a mountain getaway, or an investment property with exceptional rental potential.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4399435
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Beechwood
Status
Active
Days on market
13
On market date
July 24, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
3
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.

Elementary
Fairview Elementary
3.76 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
3.52 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
2.9 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).

15
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.8 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

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

On the market 13 days -- 133 fewer days than Sylva's current average of 146 days.
For reference, the median list price across 164 active listings in Sylva right now is $380,000.

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$215,400 down
$861,600 loan
Principal & interest$5,588
Property tax (est.)$898
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 6, 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.