$2,300,000
SOLD OCT 9, 2025

85 Back Bone Way Sylva, NC 28779

3 Beds
5 Baths
3,012 Sq Ft
1.65 Acres

Recently Sold

$764 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

78 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of October 2025

Perched at 4,600’ on a private ridgeline, this Al Platt-designed home in Balsam Mountain Preserve offers stunning sunrise and sunset views in a conservation community where 3,200 of 4,400 acres are permanently protected. With heart pine floors reclaimed from the Ivey Cotton Mill, oversized windows, and radiant heat on the lower level, the home blends rustic charm with thoughtful design. The main-level layout includes 3 bedrooms with ensuite baths and a bonus room/office with its own half bath, connected by a breezeway for privacy and flexibility. Outdoor living shines with a screened porch with wood-burning fireplace, wrap-around deck, and flagstone patio—all surrounded by native landscaping. The small, close-knit neighborhood encourages connection and shared appreciation for the land. Enjoy access to Balsam Mountain Preserve’s amenities including golf, equestrian center, nature center, dining, and more. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle rooted in nature and community.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stefanie Conley

Keller Williams Great Smokies Brokerage Email: stefanie@conleyrogerswnc.com License #336164 Listed on: 06/11/2025

Keller Williams Great Smokies

Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Andrewartha

BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC License #327172

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,960

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • Private Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

HOA Fees

  • $648 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Rustic Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Bar Fridge
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Radiant Floor
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Garden Bath

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Stubbed For A Bathroom
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Fireplace in Patio
  • Outdoor Fireplace

Schools

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

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Equestrian Center

Utilities

  • Two cooling system units
  • Cooling System Powered By Gas
  • Air Filtration System
  • Central Heating
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Fiber Optics Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7682-00-3309

Community Details

Overview

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

Amenities

  • Building Helipad
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Indoor Game Court
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Putting Green
  • Community Stables
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,960

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$648 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Rustic
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review,Building,Deed,Height,Livestock Restriction,Short Term Rental Allowed,Signage,Square Feet,Subdivision,Other - See Remarks
  • Second Living Quarters: Exterior Connected,Separate Entrance
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 763.61
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: stefanie@conleyrogerswnc.com
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Other, Garden Tub, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1566
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Filtration System, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1566
  • Has Basement: Bath/Stubbed, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Storage Space
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1194
  • Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Outside, Porch, Wood Burning
  • Living Area: 3012
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Basement: 2

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Metal, Wood, Other - See Remarks
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • View: Long Range, Year Round
  • Construction Type: Cedar Shake, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Screened

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Propane, Radiant Floor
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Mud Room, Main Level
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual, Electric, Gas, Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Fiber Optics
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Game Court, Gated, Golf, Helipad, Outdoor Pool, Putting Green, Recreation Area, Stable(s), Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
  • Association Fee: 1945
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Name: Balsam Mountain Preserve Community Association
  • Phone: 828-354-0265
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Email: tjones@balsammountainca.org

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 7780.00

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Paved, Private, Views, Other - See Remarks
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 7682-00-3309
  • Plat Book Slide: 15/162
  • Horse Amenities: Equestrian Facilities
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: RES

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 11, 2025
Closed on
Oct 6, 2025
Sold by
Bradley Joel F and Bradley Kristen
Bought by
Harney Family Trust and Harney
Seller's Agent
Stefanie Conley
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Andrewartha
BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC
List Price
$2,500,000
Sold Price
$2,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-8%
Views
21

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-100.00%
Original Mortgage
$1,610,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,610,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$43,474

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2022
Sold by
Bmp Real Estate Holdings Llc
Bought by
Bmp David Southworth R and Bmp Hldg E

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2019
Closed on
Nov 18, 2020
Sold by
Moon Jane Holley and Moon Phillip Franklin
Bought by
Bradley Joel F
Seller's Agent
Barbara Huse
Balsam Team
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Huse
Balsam Team
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$245,000
-18.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.69%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2015
Sold by
Whistle Pig Properties Llc
Bought by
Holley Moon Phillip Franklin and Holley Moon Jane

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2008
Sold by
Itac 248 Llc
Bought by
Whitstle Pig Properties Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$975,000
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $8,766,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $8,766,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,050,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Special Warranty Deed $1,875,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $750,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $975,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/09/2025 10/09/25 Sold $2,300,000 -8.0% $764 / Sq Ft
06/11/2025 06/11/25 For Sale $2,500,000 +138.1% $830 / Sq Ft
11/20/2020 11/20/20 Sold $1,050,000 -11.4% $386 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/26/2020 09/26/20 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2020 08/07/20 Price Changed $1,185,000 -0.8% $436 / Sq Ft
12/30/2019 12/30/19 Price Changed $1,195,000 -7.7% $439 / Sq Ft
07/10/2019 07/10/19 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $476 / 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 $6,960 $1,831,539 $400,000 $1,431,539
2024 $4,202 $1,105,840 $300,000 $805,840
2023 $4,327 $1,105,840 $300,000 $805,840
2022 $4,327 $1,105,840 $300,000 $805,840
2021 $4,078 $1,105,840 $300,000 $805,840
2020 $4,929 $1,275,020 $500,000 $775,020
2019 $4,929 $1,275,020 $500,000 $775,020
2018 $4,929 $1,275,020 $500,000 $775,020
2017 $4,802 $1,275,020 $500,000 $775,020
2015 $5,198 $1,275,020 $500,000 $775,020
2011 -- $1,826,340 $750,000 $1,076,340
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4258215

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 7682-00-3309