$136,000
SOLD MAR 16, 2026

82 Merry Cove Rd Sylva, NC 28779

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,128 Sq Ft
0.31 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 16, 2026

$121 Per Sq Ft

14% Below List Price

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Private Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2026

Being sold as is! Have skills and looking for a new project? With a small investment this 2 Bedroom 2 Bath home could begin producing rental income or provide a nice home for someone. Situated privately in a small cove and conveniently located between Sylva and Cullowhee. The full length front porch provides the perfect place to enjoy the mountain view, Step inside to the Kitchen with plenty of countertop space and lots of cabinets plus a dining area. Utility room has extra storage space as well as a full bath with shower. The living room is quite spacious and offer a flue and hearth where a wood stove once stood. Down the hall is a bath and 2 bedrooms. This could be a great opportunity for someone.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judy Shuler

Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva Brokerage Phone: 8285864616 License #269398 Listed on: 11/10/2025

Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva

Last Buyer's Agent

Selissa Taylor

Appalachian Real Estate License #220369

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $418

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 13,504 Sq Ft Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Composition Roof
  • Hardboard

Interior Spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Flue
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Crawl Space
  • Partial Storm Protection
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Property Views

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • Water Not Available
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property is used as a vacation rental
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7518938882

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$418

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0.31 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.31
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: From Dillsboro proceed on 441 South to Merry Cove Rd. across from HIgh Country Tire
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Single
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Residential
  • NAV27_AllowsVacationRentalYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Doors-Storm Part
  • Fireplace Features: Flue
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Main Level Living
  • Window Features: Windows-Storm None
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Private, Unrestricted
  • View: View Year Round
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Hardboard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: No Garage, None-Carport, Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: First Level
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cell Service Available
  • Water Source: None
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: None
  • Telephone: Cell Service Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13503.6
  • Parcel #: 7518938882

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 418
  • Tax Book Number: 1090

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2025
Closed on
Mar 12, 2026
Sold by
Arthur Dillard and Diane Dillard Sharon
Bought by
Cougler Cabana Llc
Seller's Agent
Judy Shuler
Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva
Buyer's Agent
Selissa Taylor
Appalachian Real Estate
List Price
$159,000
Sold Price
$136,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,000
-14.47%
Views
160

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
240.72%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $136,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/16/2026 03/16/26 Sold $136,000 -14.5% $121 / Sq Ft
12/15/2025 12/15/25 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2025 11/10/25 For Sale $159,000 -- $141 / Sq Ft
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

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 $418 $109,891 $19,340 $90,551
2024 $272 $71,570 $18,920 $52,650
2023 $397 $71,570 $18,920 $52,650
2022 $397 $71,570 $18,920 $52,650
2021 $272 $71,570 $18,920 $52,650
2020 $311 $59,800 $6,820 $52,980
2019 $311 $59,800 $6,820 $52,980
2018 $311 $59,800 $6,820 $52,980
2017 $305 $59,800 $6,820 $52,980
2015 $305 $59,800 $6,820 $52,980
2011 -- $78,940 $9,660 $69,280
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Judy Shuler

    Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva

    (828) 226-8536

    37 in this area

    79 Total Sales

    Judy Shuler
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    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Selissa Taylor

    Appalachian Real Estate

    (828) 736-0877

    6 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Selissa Taylor
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Map

Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26042632

APN: 7518-93-8882

North Carolina Jackson County Sylva 28779

82 Merry Cove Rd, Sylva, NC

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