NOT LISTED FOR SALE

770 Discovery Place Sylva, NC 28779

Estimated Value: $619,000

2 Beds
3.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
4.01 Acres

Last Sold November 17, 2016

Last sale price $299,900

Est. 106% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,445/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Custom Home
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4.01 Acre Lot
  • Recreation Room
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of November 2016

Your next peaceful retreat awaits! This property offers privacy and versatility, nestled on 4+ acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and stunning mountain views! Featuring 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, with a primary bedroom ensuite on the main level and a large walk-in closet. The open-concept main floor boasts hardwood and tile flooring, vaulted ceilings, and an electric fireplace. Additional flex spaces that can be utilized to fit your needs. A standout feature, a lower-level in-law suite, ideal for guests seeking their own space. A large bonus room downstairs enhances the home's versatility. Storage options abound with a large interior storage room, an attached two-car garage, and a detached one-car garage offering two bonus spaces, plus a carport shed. Enjoy stunning views from the front deck or relax in the 3-season sunroom. This property is equipped with thoughtful features like a Generac whole-house generator, water filtration system, a whole-house surge protector, and a custom-built A-frame dog house, set on a spacious lot, perfect for pet lovers. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a piece of tranquility with an interior layout primed for endless possibilities!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Adam Koonts

Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva Brokerage Phone: 8285864616 License #276429 Listed on: 10/06/2016

Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva

Last Buyer's Agent

Mike Potts

Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva License #249717

Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,134

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • 4.01 Acre Lot

HOA Fees

  • $42 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Great Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Home Security System
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement with some natural light

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Attached Carport Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

  • Scotts Creek Elementary School
  • Smoky Mountain High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Satellite Dish

Community Details

  • Marion Forest Subdivision
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7652295266

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,134

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$58 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.01
  • Road Frontage Type: Property Owners' Assoc
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: Marion Forest
  • Directions: Skyland Drive to Parris Branch. Turn left onto Parris Branch and then left into Marion Forest. Turn right onto Discovery Place Road and continue until you go through an aluminum gate. House is the last house on the road and on top of a hill on the right.
  • Architectural Style: Custom
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1996
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Residential
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
  • Has Basement: Full, Finished, Heated, Daylight, Recreation/Game Room, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Finished Bath
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Doors-Insulated
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Large Master Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Rec/Game Room, Great Room, In-law Quarters, Kitchen/Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Primary on Main Level, Sunroom, In-Law Floorplan
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First

Exterior Features

  • View: View Year Round, Long Range View
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Carport-Double Attached

Utilities

  • Security: Security System
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 500
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 174675.6
  • Parcel #: 7652295266
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1134
  • Tax Book Number: 1887

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 6, 2016
Closed on
Nov 15, 2016
Sold by
Hedrick Patricia and Beasley Patricia Ann
Bought by
Scott James D and Scott Jean H
Seller's Agent
Adam Koonts
Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva
Buyer's Agent
Mike Potts
Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$299,900
Current Estimated Value
$619,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$319,100
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Scott James D $300,000 Attorney
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/19/2025 08/19/25 For Sale $1,075,000 +258.5% --
11/17/2016 11/17/16 Sold $299,900 0.0% --
10/18/2016 10/18/16 Pending -- -- --
10/06/2016 10/06/16 For Sale $299,900 -- --
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

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
2024 $1,832 $482,190 $120,040 $362,150
2023 $1,957 $482,190 $120,040 $362,150
2022 $1,957 $482,190 $120,040 $362,150
2021 $1,832 $482,190 $120,040 $362,150
2020 $1,435 $355,520 $110,040 $245,480
2019 $1,435 $355,520 $110,040 $245,480
2018 $1,435 $355,520 $110,040 $245,480
2017 $1,218 $306,560 $110,040 $196,520
2015 $966 $195,140 $51,780 $143,360
2011 -- $315,050 $66,780 $248,270
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Vanessa Moore

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Vanessa Moore

    Highlands Sotheby's International Realty (Mls)

    (828) 421-1852

    3 Total Sales

    Vanessa Moore
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Craig Berry (MLS Only)

    Highlands Sotheby's International Realty (Mls)

    (828) 342-1707

    2 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Craig Berry (MLS Only)
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  • Adam Koonts

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Adam Koonts

    Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva

    (828) 399-1564

    41 in this area

    93 Total Sales

    Adam Koonts
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    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Mike Potts

    Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva

    (828) 507-9419

    21 in this area

    49 Total Sales

    Mike Potts
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Map

Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26003403

APN: 7652-29-5266

North Carolina Jackson County Sylva 28779

770 Discovery Place, Sylva, NC

Not Listed for Sale

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