Perched in the mountains of Sylva between Dillsboro and Franklin, this beautifully updated home captures sweeping long-range mountain views and the peaceful charm of Western North Carolina living. Renovated in 2017, the home combines rustic mountain character with modern comfort and style. The updated kitchen features Norcraft Parker Maple cabinetry in antique white with soft-close doors and drawers, granite countertops, hand-cut porcelain subway tile backsplash, under-cabinet LED lighting, and two Velux solar tube skylights for abundant natural light. Bathrooms were upgraded with granite vanities, custom tile work, and a tiled walk-in shower with bench seating downstairs. Luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout for easy mountain living. The seller enclosed the deck to create a stunning living room designed to fully enjoy the expansive mountain views year-round. Outdoor features include a 20x20 rear deck with cedar pergola, illuminated stairs, and covered parking below. Meticulously maintained, the property also features native landscaping started in 2023 and abundant wildlife including deer, turkey, and black bears.
Under contract
$499,000
228 Old Owl Rdg, Sylva, NC 28779
3beds
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Est.: Get pre-qualified
Residential
Built in 2004
1.99 Acres Lot
$497,500 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$33/mo HOA
What's special
Sweeping long-range mountain viewsCustom tile workNative landscapingGranite countertopsUnder-cabinet led lightingIlluminated stairsUpdated kitchen
- 16 days |
- 3,815 |
- 220 |
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Listed by:
Melissa Stillwell,
Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26047206
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Propane, Heat Pump, Mini-Split
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Primary on Main Level, New Kitchen
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished,Heated,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry
- Attic: Floored,Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Stone, Two or More
Interior area
- Living area range: 1801-2000 Square Feet
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport-Single Attached
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range View, View Year Round
Lot
- Size: 1.99 Acres
- Features: Private
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Building/Shed
- Parcel number: 7529013742
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding, Stucco
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well, Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hemlock Falls
HOA
- HOA fee: $400 annually
Location
- Region: Sylva
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $351,058
- Annual tax amount: $1,213
- Date on market: 5/11/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$497,500
$473,000 - $522,000
$2,093/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Contingent | $499,000 |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047206 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000+259% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047206 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2011 | Sold | $139,000 |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #25945102 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,213 +25.5% | $351,058 +58.5% |
| 2024 | $967 | $221,510 |
| 2023 | $967 | $221,510 |
| 2022 | $967 +8.1% | $221,510 |
| 2021 | $894 +3.1% | $221,510 +7.4% |
| 2020 | $868 | $206,220 |
| 2019 | $868 | $206,220 |
| 2018 | $868 | $206,220 +4.2% |
| 2017 | $868 +6.3% | $197,930 |
| 2015 | $816 +20.1% | $197,930 -2% |
| 2011 | $680 | $202,040 |
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Neighborhood: 28779
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- 5/10Fairview ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 6.6 mi
- 7/10Jackson County Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.8 mi
- 5/10Smoky Mountain HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.3 mi
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- North Carolina
- Jackson County
- Sylva
- 28779
- 228 Old Owl Rdg
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