NOT LISTED FOR SALE

441 Sweet Fern Way Unit 158 Sylva, NC 28779

Estimated Value: $2,472,000 - $3,545,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
5,533 Sq Ft
$588/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 08, 2023

Last sale price $3,067,500 $554 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,746/month

111 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Building Helipad
  • Community Stables
  • Open Floorplan
  • Golf Course Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of December 2023

This beautiful custom home has some of the most incredible views anywhere in Western North Carolina, including both short and long-range views into the Smokies. You will feel extremely private as there are no other homes anywhere in your vista and you are completely surrounded by Balsam’s conservation easement. With an elevation of 4,500’, imagine enjoying a fire with friends and family on the gorgeous, covered porch in the middle of August while watching another epic sunset. This home is perfect for entertaining with all of the manicured outdoor spaces, multiple living rooms, generous bedrooms and easy parking for your guests. Some notable features include an elevator, surround sound system, whole house generator, and beautiful woodwork throughout the home. Balsam Mountain Preserve is a private 4,400 acre club community with 3,200 acres of conservation land and amenities featuring golf, equestrian, scenic trails, tennis and dining at the Summit House Restaurant and Mine Tavern.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sean McLaughlin

BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC Brokerage Phone: 828-388-8633 License #257962 Listed on: 06/15/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Sean McLaughlin

BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC Brokerage Phone: 828-388-8633 License #257962 Listed on: 06/15/2023

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,068

Year Built

  • Built in 2011

Lot Details

  • 1.84

HOA Fees

  • $558 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Arts and Crafts Architecture
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Crawl Space
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Scotts Creek Elementary And Middle School
  • Smoky Mountain High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Accessible Elevator Installed
  • Fire Pit
  • Private Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7671-64-2107

Community Details

Overview

  • Balsam Mountain Preserve Community Association, Phone Number (828) 354-0265
  • Balsam Mountain Preserve Subdivision
  • Mandatory home owners association

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Building Helipad
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Putting Green
  • Community Stables
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,068

Year Built

Built in 2011

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$558 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Arts and Crafts
  • Year Built: 2011
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review,Manufactured Home Not Allowed,Modular Not Allowed,Subdivision
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 554.40
  • Bedroom Lower: 1
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: 828-388-8633
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Pantry
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 2448
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Lower: 458
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 1347
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 889
  • Sq Ft Upper: 3085
  • Appliances: Other
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5533
  • Accessibility Features: Elevator
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Living Area: 5533
  • Bedroom Main: 0
  • Room Count: 13

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront Elevation: 4000
  • Construction Type: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Sq Ft Garage: 622
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 3
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Parking Space(s)

Utilities

  • Heating: Propane, Zoned
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Upper Level
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf, Helipad, Outdoor Pool, Picnic Area, Putting Green, Stable(s), Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
  • Association Fee: 1675
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Name: Balsam Mountain Preserve Community Association
  • Phone: 828-354-0265
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Quarterly
  • Association Email: tjones@balsammountainca.org

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 6700.00

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Scotts Creek
  • HOA Subject To: Required

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Private, Views
  • Lot Size Area: 1.84
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 7671-64-2107
  • Plat Book Slide: 13/304
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 13/304
  • Development Status: Completed
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Zoning Specification: RES

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Scotts Creek
  • High School: Smoky Mountain

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2025
Sold by
Thomas Karen and Brobst Richard
Bought by
Brobst-Thomas Family Trust and Thomas
Current Estimated Value
$3,253,451

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 15, 2023
Closed on
Dec 7, 2023
Sold by
Luebbert Steven Francis and Luebbert Andrea Elaine
Bought by
Thomas Karen and Brobst Richard
Seller's Agent
Sean McLaughlin
BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sean McLaughlin
BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC
List Price
$3,495,000
Sold Price
$3,067,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$427,500
-12.23%
Views
162

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.34%
Original Mortgage
$1,550,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 2021
Sold by
Burnett Jack W and Burnett Sandra
Bought by
Luebbert Steven Francis and Luebbert Andrea Elainc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Brobst-Thomas Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Thomas Karen $3,067,500 None Listed On Document
Luebbert Steven Francis $2,575,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Thomas Karen $1,550,000
Previous Owner Burnett Jack W $1,405,300
Previous Owner Barnett Jackson W $1,391,600
Previous Owner Burnett Jackson W $1,801,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/08/2023 12/08/23 Sold $3,067,500 -12.2% $554 / Sq Ft
06/15/2023 06/15/23 For Sale $3,495,000 -- $632 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $12,068 $3,175,778 $400,000 $2,775,778
2024 $7,633 $2,008,740 $400,000 $1,608,740
2023 $7,773 $2,008,740 $400,000 $1,608,740
2022 $7,773 $2,008,740 $400,000 $1,608,740
2021 $7,328 $2,008,740 $400,000 $1,608,740
2020 $7,056 $1,834,750 $400,000 $1,434,750
2019 $7,056 $1,834,750 $400,000 $1,434,750
2018 $7,056 $1,834,750 $400,000 $1,434,750
2017 $6,873 $1,834,750 $400,000 $1,434,750
2015 $7,071 $1,884,750 $450,000 $1,434,750
2011 -- $685,000 $685,000 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4038823

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 7671-64-2107