Apartments For Rent in Sylva, NC

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Apartments For Rent Near Sylva, NC

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What Locals Say about Sylva

Review Highlights

Sylva blends mountain calm with a walkable downtown and dog-friendly spots. People like the friendly, safe feel, mountain views, trails, festivals, and good local restaurants. They dislike main-street traffic, small dog park options, wildlife concerns, and sparse big events.
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  • Jason Daniel Clark
    "Alot of Latinos here that have reportedly been following kids and moms around d in stores and parking lots"
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  • Bethna M.
    "there is a place where I live where people walk their dogs. there is also a dog park 10 minutes away. this town acomidates to dog owners ever well. I love loving here. I am trying to fond a forever home in this location. to be very very honest"
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  • Kayla C.
    "There are hardly any neighborhood events. We do have Fourth of July celebrations and one for Christmas."
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  • Ymojic82
    "Every Halloween have a lot activities for kids and adults, the Christmas parade is so beautiful, all the time have something to do in the town or areas adjacents. I love Sylva so peace and tranquility with amazing mountains."
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  • Sarah K.
    "The local businesses are friendly and have a lot to offer. The town is growing and expanding to make way for lots more. Friendly people and great energy "
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  • Sweets_925
    "There are a lot of hikes within an hour or so drive that you can bring your dog. You just have to worry about wild animals, even in your front yard."
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  • Audrey T.
    "Your neighborhood matters! Check your school district before relocating to Sylva. Small town living can be found here. "
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  • Sweets_925
    "I live near Main Street and it can be very hard to get out of my road bc there is so much traffic. Too many ppl (especially when WCU is in) drive on these tiny roads. Wrecks are common."
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  • Audrey T.
    "In town there are sidewalks that patrons can safely walk down with their pets. The dog park in Mark Watson park is very small. "
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  • Allison B.
    "Depending on where you live, it takes me 20 minutes to get to Main Street sylva. Public transportation via transit is an option for people in the community. "
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  • Kathryn M. R.
    "Most yards are not fenced, but people are generally conscientious about keeping their dogs controlled and safe. "
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  • Lrwoods13
    "There is only one small dog park for whole town. Lots of trails and hiking to take dogs on with a leash of course."
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  • Trulia User
    "dog friendly, beautiful scenery. Friendly community. Home town feel. nestled in the beautiful smokey mountains. "
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  • Bethna M.
    "it is becoming a college town. With the popularity of WCU this small town is growing fast while maintaining its hometown feel within its heart"
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  • Karenhassett65@gmail.com
    "beautiful views...beautiful small towns....several breweries....great restaurants....peaceful...small town living is great"
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  • Deatra C. S.
    "it is peaceful and great neighbors beautiful view well taking care of properties. quite place to live"
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  • Amanda Z.
    "Big college town but everyone is really nice. Traffic is kinda rough on the main streets but bearable. Lovely views and friendly town with a lot of festivals. "
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  • Deatra C. S.
    "i raised to boys here and i wouldn’t change it for anything great teachers and the community really supports the students"
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  • Bobbi S.
    "Small college town within 45 minutes of Asheville. Safe! wonderful place. Developing area downtown is nice. "
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  • Sara B.
    "Sylva is a small Beautiful quaint town. I moved here to raise my family. There doesn’t seem to be too much violent crime nor druggies here. I feel very safe here."
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  • Bennie M. .
    "I’ve lived here for a year and absolutely love this area! Friendly people everywhere you go, great local restaurants, and very family friendly!"
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  • Amanda Z.
    "It gets a little slammed in the mornings and early evenings. It’s a college town so it stays busy in town. "
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  • Krystal
    "We frequently have free live music events, street fairs on Main Street, a farmers market, and always a great small town vibe."
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  • Ashlee
    "We've lived here one year and now almost every family on the block, some of whom have become friends. It's safe for our toddler daughter and close to some of the best offerings in Sylva. We moved from Chicago, and while we miss our city, we'll absolutely be staying here as long as we can. "
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  • Malbee2317
    "I've lived here for 16 years, and it's a great place to live. Not only are the neighbors friendly, it's an ultimately safe place to raise a family."
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  • Jimmy V.
    "Beautiful house in a beautiful area. Just enough yard to keep you off the couch. Nice garden area. Low Mtc. house..Almost everything is new with recent renovation and addition. No restrictions. Horses.etc. O.K...Excellent, friendly neighbors. Convenient to Town, restaurants, medical facilities, entertainment and great Smoky mountain attractions. Only 20 min. from the Cherokee Casino."
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  • london m.
    "The area is absolutely extravigant with beautiful houses in the mountains without all the congestation of Wayensville and Asheville. With a beautiful scenery. Sylva still has a lot of its older buildings and a absolutely beautiful library !!!!"
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Average Rent Trends in Sylva, NC

Rent in Sylva, NC varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jan 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$1,800
Jul 2025$1,800
Aug 2025$1,700
Sep 2025$1,800
Oct 2025$1,850
Nov 2025$1,800
Dec 2025$1,800
Jan 2026$1,650
Feb 2026$1,750
Mar 2026$1,650
Apr 2026$1,600
May 2026$1,650
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,200$1,350$1,800$2,650$1,700
Apartments and Condos$825$1,250$2,000—$1,100
Houses$1,200$1,500$1,800$2,650$1,800
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Sylva, NC

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Sylva, NC?
    The average rent of an apartment in Sylva, NC is $1,525 per month. This is about 21% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Sylva, NC?
    The average rent of a house in Sylva, NC is $1,800 per month. This is about 7% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Sylva, NC?
    In the last year, the average rent in Sylva, NC was lowest in Aug 2025 when it was $1,700 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Sylva, NC?
    In the last year, the average rent in Sylva, NC was highest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,900 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Sylva, NC?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Sylva, NC is $1,200 per month. That is about $250 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Sylva, NC?
    There are 26 available rental listings in Sylva, NC.
  • What are some zip codes in Sylva, NC?
    Sylva, NC includes zip codes such as: 28779, 28751.
  • What are some cities near Sylva, NC?
    Some nearby cities include: Webster, Dillsboro, Whittier, Cullowhee, Balsam. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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