$385,000
SOLD APR 22, 2025

897 Dark Ridge Rd Sylva, NC 28779

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,171 Sq Ft
2.46 Acres

Recently Sold

$329 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.46 Acre Lot
  • Hilly Lot
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Deck
  • Private Lot
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of April 2025

Idyllic mountain cabin home that is perfect as a vacation home or short term rental. You may wish to spend all your time outdoors as this home sits creekside (2 creeks on property), includes a waterfall, front porch, two decks, an original mill water wheel, creekside potting/fishing shed & a full size storage shed next to the house. A large outdoor patio w/ firepit overlooks the expansive back yard & picturesque creek; the tree lined street provides you true privacy. This home features 3 BR/2 BA, one fully updated,a spacious living room w/ a gas log fireplace, a cozy dining area w/ fireplace, an open kitchen w/ new counters, sink & refrigerator, a large laundry/utility room & plenty of basement storage space. The atmosphere is warm, inviting & reminiscent of wonderful times spent in the mountains. Garden enthusiasts will find plenty of space to get creative on this 2.45 acre paradise. Come make sweet memories wading or fishing in the creeks & enjoying the sounds of the cascading water.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bill DeVore

Keller Williams Professionals (Mls Only) Brokerage Phone: 8282547253 License #Broker

Keller Williams Professionals (Mls Only)

Last Buyer's Agent

Board Member Non

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $916

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 2.46 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Hilly Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • No Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Cabin
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,171 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Property Views

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Concrete

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
  • Spring water is a source of water for the property
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Scotts Creek Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property is used as a vacation rental
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7672364344

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$916

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Cabin,Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.46
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: Scotts Creek
  • Directions: From Asheville, take I-40 West to exit 27 US-74 / US-19/23; Continue onto US-74W for over 15 miles; Left onto Dark Ridge Rd; Property will be on your left.
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Cabin
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Attribution Contact: 8282547253
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Doors-Storm None
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Two or More
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Concrete, Other-See Remarks
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Primary on Main Level, Split Bedroom
  • Living Area: 1171
  • Window Features: Windows-Storm None, Window Treatments
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Hilly/Steep, Level, Open Lot, Private, Unrestricted, Wooded
  • View: Short Range View
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Stream/Creek
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Storage Building/Shed
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: First Level
  • Cooling: Central Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Propane, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cell Service Available
  • Water Source: Well, Spring
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: Owned
  • Telephone: Cell Service Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 107157.6
  • Parcel #: 7672364344
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 916.5
  • Tax Book Number: 2270

Map

Range of Values:

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/22/2025 04/22/25 Sold $385,000 -3.7% $329 / Sq Ft
03/17/2025 03/17/25 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2025 03/05/25 For Sale $399,900 +90.4% $342 / Sq Ft
07/01/2020 07/01/20 Sold $210,000 0.0% $175 / Sq Ft
06/01/2020 06/01/20 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2020 03/05/20 For Sale $210,000 -- $175 / 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
2024 $792 $208,290 $96,680 $111,610
2023 $917 $208,290 $96,680 $111,610
2022 $917 $208,290 $96,680 $111,610
2021 $792 $208,290 $96,680 $111,610
2020 $654 $150,020 $46,220 $103,800
2019 $654 $150,020 $46,220 $103,800
2018 $654 $150,020 $46,220 $103,800
2017 $639 $150,020 $46,220 $103,800
2015 $579 $150,020 $46,220 $103,800
2011 -- $176,730 $50,650 $126,080
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $189,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $63,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $385,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $210,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26040125

APN: 7672-36-4344