1158 Dark Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
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FOR SALE
44.3 ACRES

$335,000

Original price: $375,000
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 768 sqft (on 44.30 acres)

1158 Dark Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

Est. Mortgage $1,961/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
44.3 acre lot
$436/sqft
Open Parking

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Discover the potential of this expansive 44.3-acre wooded tract in the heart of Western North Carolina. Whether you are looking for a private mountain getaway, a renovation project, or a blank canvas for your dream estate, this property offers unmatched privacy and natural beauty. With over 44 acres of lush, wooded terrain, perfect for those seeking seclusion and a connection with nature. A beautiful, active natural spring runs through the property, adding to the serene mountain atmosphere. The property currently features an existing home that presents a substantial opportunity for a buyer looking to renovate, restore, or clear the site for a new custom build. The property does already include driveway infrastructure. This property is a rare find for those who value privacy, land, and the potential to create something truly special in the beautiful Sylva area. Bring your vision and explore the possibilities of this incredible mountain property.
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listing Provided by: PJ Kennedy
Keller Williams Ballantyne Area
Cecilia Lilly
Keller Williams Ballantyne Area
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4407503
Also Listed on Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 1158 Dark Ridge Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 768 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: NoneLaundry: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating: NoneNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneNo Heating
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: One
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: None
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Gravel
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Needed
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 768 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 50Days on Market: 52

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Brick FullNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 7672562302

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $335,000Price Per Sqft: $436

Location

Direction & Address
City: SylvaCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School: Scotts CreekJr High / Middle School: Scotts CreekHigh School: Smoky Mountain

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 4407503

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 768 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 44.3 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 4407503Attribution Contact: PJ@SoldByKennedy.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 768

Around this home

What Locals Say about Sylva

At least 68 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say there's wildlife

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 37 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 32 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 32 % Say there are community 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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Market trends in Sylva

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
142
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Home Value

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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
897 Dark Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$400,000
06/15/26
3
2
1,192
583 Dark Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC
0.42
Single-Family Home
$285,000
09/08/26
2
2
1,291
39 Henry Road, Sylva, NC
0.84
Single-Family Home
$140,000
04/08/26
2
1
1,140
214 Chin Tree Rd, Sylva, NC
0.30
Single-Family Home
$800,000
01/07/26
3
2
2,628
210 Side Cut Way #211, Sylva, NC
0.58
Single-Family Home
$3,540,376
01/02/26
4
5
3,651
226 Wildcat Mountain Trl, Sylva, NC
1.35
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
07/28/26
4
3.5
2,544
168 Grizzly Rdg, Sylva, NC
1.46
Single-Family Home
$237,000
08/14/26
2
2
947
556 Crawford Cemetery Rd, Sylva, NC
1.50
Single-Family Home
$393,000
09/30/25
3
2
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Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
21 Top Drop Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.19
-
-
-
-
Off Market
897 Dark Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.20
$400,000
3
2
1,192
Recently Sold
1437 Dark Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.21
$355,300
3
2.5
1,760
Off Market
Top Drop Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.21
-
-
-
-
Off Market
22 Top Drop Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.25
$62,500
-
-
-
Recently Sold
1 Two #&-3, Sylva, NC 28779
0.30
$69,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
Tract 1 Two #&-3, Sylva, NC 28779
0.30
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Lot 22 Top Drop Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.32
$67,500
-
-
-
Recently Sold
198 Quiet Forest Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.41
$1,095,000
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-
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For Sale
583 Dark Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.42
$285,000
2
2
1,291
Recently Sold
618 Dark Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.42
$69,000
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For Sale

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 16, 2026
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4407544
PriceChange
$335,000
Price decreased by 11%
Jul 28, 2026
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4407544
Listed For Sale
$375,000

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Frequently asked questions about 1158 Dark Ridge Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1158 Dark Ridge Rd?
    Based on a $335,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1158 Dark Ridge Rd in Sylva, NC is approximately $1,990 (about $1,812 principal & interest, $103 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Sylva?
    Residents describe Sylva, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Sylva, NC.
  • What are the closest schools to 1158 Dark Ridge Rd?
    The closest schools to 1158 Dark Ridge Rd in Sylva, NC are Jackson County Early College (High, rated 9/10), Scotts Creek Elementary (Pre-K/Middle, rated 6/10), Smoky Mountain High (rated 6/10).
  • How big is the lot at 1158 Dark Ridge Rd?
    The lot at 1158 Dark Ridge Rd in Sylva, NC is about 44.3 acres.
  • Does 1158 Dark Ridge Rd have parking?
    Yes, 1158 Dark Ridge Rd in Sylva, NC has on-site parking.
1158 Dark Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 768 sqft single-family home built in 1920. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 28, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4407503.