$545,000

252 Starling Ln Sylva, NC 28779

Sylva Area

Estimated payment $3,130/month

Total Views 441
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Pool
  • Deck
  • Home fronts a pond
  • 2.42 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove

About This Home

Your own private log sided cabin retreat on 2.42 unrestricted acres, tucked away in a peaceful setting yet conveniently close to town! This spacious 3BR/2.5BA log-sided home is filled with warmth, character & craftsmanship, including beautiful poplar harvested from the property. The main level features a gas fireplace, generous living & dining areas & a spacious primary suite with a private bath & oversized walk-in closet. Downstairs, the family room with a wood-burning fireplace is perfect for movie nights, games & gatherings. The newly added deck features a swim spa with adjoining hot tub, ideal for year-round relaxation & enjoyment. Outside, you'll find beautiful rockwork, established flower beds, fruit trees, multiple decks & a firepit, creating a peaceful setting to enjoy every season. The fully fenced & gated property provides plenty of room for pets, gardening & outdoor activities. An automatic entrance gate adds privacy & an accessible ramp provides convenient entry. Short-term rentals are permitted, making this an ideal full-time home, mountain getaway or vacation rental. Don't miss your opportunity to own this one-of-a-kind retreat—schedule your private showing today!

Listing Agent

Sheila Myers

Keller Williams Realty Of Franklin Brokerage Phone: 8285240100 License #215471 Listed on: 07/30/2026

Keller Williams Realty Of Franklin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,646

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 2.42 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Fenced Yard
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Bedroom in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Accessible Home Design

  • Handicap Accessible

Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Fairview Elementary And Middle School
  • Smoky Mountain High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
  • Shared Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Fairview Forest Subdivision
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7651434390

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,646

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

2.42 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Cabin,Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.42
  • Road Frontage Type: Other
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: Fairview Forest
  • Directions: One mile up Fairview Rd, turn left on Songbird. Go 0.2 miles and turn right on Starling Ln (Fairview Forest). Stay left and go 0.2 miles to the first home on right.
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Residential
  • NAV27_AllowsVacationRentalYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Accessibility Features: Interior Handicapped Accessible
  • Has Basement: Full, Finished, Heated, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Finished Bath
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Doors-Insulated
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Wood Burning Stove, Two or More
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Soaking Tub, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room, Large Master Bedroom, Main Level Living, Primary w/Ensuite, Primary on Main Level, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Basement
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Basement
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced Yard
  • Lot Features: Level Yard
  • Pool Features: Outdoor Pool
  • View: Long Range View, View-Winter, View Year Round
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Pond, Stream/Creek
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Log Siding, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding/Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage-Double in Basement, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Two Zone
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Wood, Propane, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Shared Well
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: Owned

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Fairview
  • High School: Smoky Mountain
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairview

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 105415.2
  • Parcel #: 7651434390

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1645.75
  • Tax Book Number: 2317

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,864 $490,563 $80,760 $409,803
2024 $1,197 $314,960 $74,430 $240,530
2023 $1,322 $314,960 $74,430 $240,530
2022 $1,322 $314,960 $74,430 $240,530
2021 $1,231 $314,960 $74,430 $240,530
2020 $1,093 $265,400 $48,510 $216,890
2019 $1,093 $265,400 $48,510 $216,890
2018 $1,093 $265,400 $48,510 $216,890
2017 $1,066 $265,400 $48,510 $216,890
2015 $1,152 $265,400 $48,510 $216,890
2011 -- $381,370 $52,140 $329,230
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/30/2026 07/30/26 For Sale $545,000 +67.7% --
04/25/2019 04/25/19 Sold $325,000 0.0% $123 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/26/2019 03/26/19 Pending -- -- --
01/07/2019 01/07/19 For Sale $325,000 +14.4% $123 / Sq Ft
07/21/2014 07/21/14 Sold $284,000 0.0% $107 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/16/2014 06/16/14 Pending -- -- --
06/14/2014 06/14/14 For Sale $284,000 +0.7% $107 / Sq Ft
02/04/2013 02/04/13 Sold $282,000 0.0% $107 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/14/2012 12/14/12 Pending -- -- --
12/04/2012 12/04/12 For Sale $282,000 -- $107 / Sq Ft
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $325,000 --
Warranty Deed $284,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $282,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $260,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $255,600 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $291,300 VA
Previous Owner $25,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $257,968 New Conventional
Previous Owner $256,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26048054

APN: 7651-43-4390

North Carolina Jackson County Sylva 28779

252 Starling Ln, Sylva, NC

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