897 Dark Ridge Road
Sylva, NC 28779
3
Bed
2
Bath
1,192Sqft
2.46Acres(Lot)
Creekside Charm in a Peaceful Mountain Setting. Escape to tranquility in this utterly charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom creekside cottage, perfectly blending vintage character with thoughtful updates. Tucked away in a serene location between Balsam and Sylva, just down the road from the Historic Balsam Mountain Inn, this home offers a true mountain sanctuary. Step inside to discover a cozy, inviting atmosphere. The farmhouse kitchen is a true delight, centered around a vintage stove/oven that perfectly captures the home's unique character. The dining room soars with beautiful wooden cathedral ceilings, creating an airy and rustic feel. Continue into the living room, where a coastal-inspired palette meets the warmth of a gas log fireplace, making it the ideal spot for relaxation. The charm ext
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Bedroom Information
Total Bedroom: 3Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2Room Information
Has Basement: YesInterior Features
Built-in Features, Storage, Walk-In Pantry Roof: Metal Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Laundry Features: In Hall, Utility Room, Laundry Room, Main LevelRoofing Information
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Flooring Information
Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Linoleum Construction Materials: Wood -
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump, Propane Cooling: Heat Pump WaterSource: Spring
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Building Information
Year Built: 1965
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Lot Information
Lot Description: Creek Front, Level, Sloped, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Waterfall Lot Size Area: 2.46 acreProperty Information
Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: Bungalow
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Listing Price Information
Original List Price:$410000
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Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: 273818 Parcel Number: 7672-36-4344
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Parking Information
Open Parking Spaces: 4 Driveway
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School Information
Elementary School: Scotts Creek Junior High School: Scotts Creek Senior High School: Smokey Mountain -
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Installed Water Source: Spring -
Location Information
Subdivision: Scotts Creek City: Sylva Direction: 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.
At $343.96 per sq.ft.,this listing is priced below average compared to other homes from Sylva.
The average homes price in Sylva is $370202.62 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2102.04.
The average homes price in Jackson County is $373818.81 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2100.74.
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| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 124 Glad Tidings Lane, Sylva, NC, 28779 | $497,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,517 | 1,517 SqFt |
| 2222 Greenspire Drive, Sylva, NC, 28779 | $1,750,000 | 3 | 4 | 6,144 | 6,144 SqFt |
| 70 Icicle Ridge Road, Sylva, NC, 28779 | $589,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,448 | 1,448 SqFt |
| 139 (#15) Boarding Hous.., Sylva, NC, 28779 | $140,000 | 1 | 1 | 900 | 900 SqFt |
| 417 Quiet Forest Lane, Sylva, NC, 28779 | $799,900 | 3 | 3 | 3,770 | 3,770 SqFt |
| 69 Blowing Ridge Lane, Sylva, NC, 28779 | $829,900 | 4 | 4 | 3,367 | 3,367 SqFt |
| 13 Switchgrass Lane #407, Sylva, NC, 28779 | $2,650,000 | 3 | 4 | 2,804 | 2,804 SqFt |
| 131 Lodestone Drive, Sylva, NC, 28779 | $2,950,000 | 5 | 6 | 2,949 | 2,949 SqFt |
| 23 (#1) Lodestone Drive.., Sylva, NC, 28779 | $465,000 | 3 | 4 | 2,174 | 2,174 SqFt |
| 143 Lodestone Drive #418, Sylva, NC, 28779 | $2,600,000 | 4 | 5 | 3,141 | 3,141 SqFt |
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