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    • $450,000

    229 Rippling Brook Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

    3beds
    2,305sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2008
    1.33 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $195/sqft
    $33/mo HOA

    What's special

    Private front porchFreshly painted log sidingMain level primary suiteWell-appointed kitchenBeautiful hickory floorsStainless-steel appliancesStorage shed
    Nestled in the heart of nature, this charming 3-bed, 3-bath home delivers the warmth and character of mountain living with over 2,000 sqft of quality craftsmanship. Step onto the private front porch for a quiet morning coffee or an evening watching the fireflies. The main level shines with beautiful hickory floors, a cozy living room anchored by a stacked stone wood-burning fireplace, and a well-appointed kitchen featuring hickory cabinet and stainless-steel appliances. The main level primary suite is a true retreat with a jacuzzi tub and private double doors opening to the porch. A second bedroom or office and full bath complete the main floor. Upstairs delivers a pleasant surprise — a spacious family room or den, third bedroom, and full bath. Outside, freshly painted log siding (2025), a garden shed, storage shed, and new HVAC (2025-main level) round out this move-in ready mountain home. Conveniently located with easy access to Dillsboro, Sylva, and Franklin — the best of WNC is right at your doorstep.
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    Listed by:

    Jenny Reisinger jsreisinger@gmail.com,

    Keller Williams Great Smokies

    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4396681MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Upper
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Zoned, Other
      Cooling
      • Heat Pump, Zoned, Other
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
      • Has basement: No
      • Attic: Pull Down Stairs
      • Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,305
      • Total interior livable area: 2,305 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,305
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Front Porch
      Lot
      • Size: 1.33 Acres
      • Features: Private, Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 7528978988
      • Zoning: R1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cabin
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood, Other
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Other - See Remarks
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2008

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Installed
      • Water: Community Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Wildcat Cove
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $400 annually
      Location
      • Region: Sylva

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $195/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $379,515
      • Annual tax amount: $1,302
      • Date on market: 6/23/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 24 days
      • Exclusions: The stained glass chandelier in dining room
      • Road surface type: Gravel, Paved

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/23/2026Listed for sale$450,000-9.1%$195/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047653 Report a problem
        7/1/2024Listing removed$495,000$215/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26035008 Report a problem
        3/26/2024Listing removed--
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26035008 Report a problem
        11/10/2023Price change$495,000-2.8%$215/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26035008 Report a problem
        10/20/2023Listed for sale$509,000+85.1%$221/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26035008 Report a problem
        7/30/2010Sold$275,000+358.3%$119/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #25942914 Report a problem
        10/29/2007Sold$60,000$26/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #25934043 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,302 -0.6%$379,515 +21.8%
        2024$1,309 $311,670
        2023$1,309 $311,670
        2022$1,309 +7.4%$311,670
        2021$1,219 +19.5%$311,670 +26.5%
        2020$1,020 $246,390
        2019$1,020 $246,390
        2018$1,020 $246,390
        2017$1,020 +2.5%$246,390
        2015$996 +12.5%$246,390 -13.9%
        2011$885 $286,140
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