This must-see 3 bed, 3 bath home is a proven successful vacation rental and comes completely turn-key—fully furnished with stylish, modern décor and ready for you to step right in. Whether you want to continue its strong rental performance or simply bring your toothbrush and call it home, this property delivers. Enjoy an amazing sunset view from the expansive deck, the perfect backdrop for relaxing evenings or entertaining guests. Inside, you’ll find newer appliances and some major updates. Conveniently located in Sylva, you’re close to everything the Smoky Mountains have to offer—outdoor adventures, charming mountain towns, dining, breweries, and more.
This is mountain living at its best: beautiful, easy, and already earning.
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Price cut: $10K (7/15)
$490,000
553 Deep Gap Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
3beds
2,626sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
1.17 Acres Lot
$472,500 Zestimate®
$187/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Expansive deckMajor updatesNewer appliances
- 162 days |
- 993 |
- 60 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer Simandl Jennifer.Simandl@exprealty.com,
EXP Realty LLC,
Wendy Dunn,
EXP Realty LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4356934
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Filtration System, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,704
- Total interior livable area: 2,626 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,704
- Finished area below ground: 922
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Ample parking on property.
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
Lot
- Size: 1.17 Acres
- Features: Views
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 7632137466
- Zoning: None
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Airport/Runway
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Sylva
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $187/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $413,276
- Annual tax amount: $1,406
- Date on market: 3/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 162 days
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$472,500
Estimated sales range
$449,000 - $496,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,652/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $490,000-2%$187/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Price change | $500,000-6.5%$190/sqft |
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| 3/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $535,000+43.7%$204/sqft |
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| 3/1/2022 | Sold | $372,400$142/sqft |
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| 1/5/2022 | Contingent | $372,400$142/sqft |
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| 12/13/2021 | Price change | $372,400-2%$142/sqft |
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| 11/1/2021 | Price change | $379,900+7.2%$145/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26021473 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2021 | Price change | $354,500+0.4%$135/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2021 | Price change | $353,200+1.5%$135/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2021 | Listed for sale | $348,100+42.7%$133/sqft |
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| 12/3/2018 | Sold | $244,000-2%$93/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26008000 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2018 | Pending sale | $249,000$95/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Elite Realty #26008000 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2018 | Listed for sale | $249,000-0.4%$95/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Elite Realty #26008000 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2018 | Listing removed | $249,900$95/sqft |
Source: KIM PRESTON REAL ESTATE #26004289 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2017 | Price change | $249,900-3.5%$95/sqft |
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| 3/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $259,000-1.9%$99/sqft |
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| 1/2/2017 | Listing removed | $264,000$101/sqft |
Source: MOONDANCER REALTY #26001887 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2016 | Price change | $264,000-1.9%$101/sqft |
Source: MOONDANCER REALTY #26001887 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2016 | Price change | $269,000-1.8%$102/sqft |
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| 5/10/2016 | Listed for sale | $274,000-8.6%$104/sqft |
Source: MOONDANCER REALTY #26001887 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2015 | Listing removed | $299,900$114/sqft |
Source: Owner #24035427 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2015 | Listed for sale | $299,900-7.6%$114/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2007 | Sold | $324,500$124/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #25934424 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,406 +2.2% | $413,276 +25.6% |
| 2024 | $1,375 | $329,040 |
| 2023 | $1,375 +26.1% | $329,040 +29.5% |
| 2022 | $1,090 +7.8% | $254,070 |
| 2021 | $1,012 +11.6% | $254,070 +17.4% |
| 2020 | $907 | $216,470 |
| 2019 | $907 | $216,470 |
| 2018 | $907 | $216,470 |
| 2017 | $907 +2.4% | $216,470 |
| 2015 | $885 +6.6% | $216,470 -22.5% |
| 2011 | $830 | $279,450 |
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Neighborhood: 28779
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Smokey Mountain ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 9/10Jackson County Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
- 6/10Smoky Mountain HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
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