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FOR SALE

1.8 ACRES

144 Cherry St
Sylva, NC 28779

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,879 sqft (on 1.80 acres)

$450,000

Est. Mortgage $2,471/mo*

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$450,000

Est. Mortgage $2,471/mo*

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3 Beds

2.5 Baths

1,879 sqft

(on 1.80 acres)

Local Information

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Description

This mid-century home is ideally situated within the Sylva city limits and located on 1.8 acres zoned High Density Residential, offering exceptional flexibility for homeowners, investors, or future development. Comprised of four separate lots, this property presents a rare opportunity for potential expansion, additional homesites, or other residential development possibilities. The existing home offers comfortable one level living with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a dedicated office, and a basement, making it ideal for those who need space or work from home. The property combines the feel of privacy and room to spread out with the convenience of in town living close to shopping, schools, and restaurants. A detached carport and workshop add functionality for hobbies, storage, or projects. Whether you’re looking for a move-in ready home with character, an income opportunity, or a property with valuable high density zoning and room to grow, this is a unique find within the Sylva city limits.

Home Highlights

Parking

2 Carport Spaces

Outdoor

No Info

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$239

Listed

68 days ago

Home Details for 144 Cherry St

Active Status
MLS Status: Active

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,OtherNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom S, Office
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1879 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: In BasementRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: Den, Wood Burning
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Wood, Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Linoleum, Wood, Other
View Has a ViewView: City, Mountain(s)

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalOther Structures: Outbuilding, WorkshopFoundation: Crawl Space
Parking & Garage Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached Carport
Frontage Responsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Other, Paved
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1879 Square Feet

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 175Days on Market: 68

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cottage,Ranch,Traditional
Building Construction Materials: Aluminum, VinylNot a New ConstructionHas Additional Parcels
Property Information Parcel Number: 7641467676Additional Parcels Description: 7641-46-6551, 7641-46-6566, 7641-46-7788

Price & Status
Price List Price: $450,000Price Per Sqft: $239

Location
Direction & Address City: SylvaCommunity: none
School Information Elementary School: UnspecifiedJr High / Middle School: UnspecifiedHigh School: Unspecified

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 4355925

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1879 Square Feet

Community
Not Senior Community

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.8 acres

Listing Info
Special Conditions: Standard

Offer
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 4355925Attic: Pull Down StairsAttribution Contact: melissa@conleyrogerswnc.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1879

Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago

Listing Provided by: Melissa Rogers

Keller Williams Great Smokies

Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4355925

Also Listed on Carolina Smokies MLS, Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Price History for 144 Cherry St

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/05/2026	$450,000	Listed For Sale	Carolina Smokies MLS #26045494

03/01/2026	$499,000	ListingRemoved	Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4300319

10/29/2025	$499,000	PriceChange	Carolina Smokies MLS #26042089
Price Change $26,000 (-5%)
09/08/2025	$525,000	Listed For Sale	Carolina Smokies MLS #26042089

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Assessment	$285,777

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
101 Astro Dr, Sylva, NC	0.43	Single-Family Home	$326,000	07/01/25	3	2	1,881
19 Love Ave, Sylva, NC	0.14	Single-Family Home	$250,000	12/18/25	3	2	1,011
166 Amaroo Rdg #5-6, Sylva, NC	1.04	Single-Family Home	$550,000	04/08/26	3	2	2,179
67 Hillcrest St, Sylva, NC	0.81	Single-Family Home	$265,000	08/20/25	3	2	2,027
89 Stratford Pl, Sylva, NC	0.75	Single-Family Home	$350,000	04/22/26	3	3.5	2,000
975 Buchanan Loop, Sylva, NC	1.14	Single-Family Home	$475,000	09/16/25	3	2	1,837
43 Amaroo Rdg, Sylva, NC	1.13	Single-Family Home	$600,000	07/14/25	3	2.5	2,367
41 Kings Creek Dr, Sylva, NC	1.19	Single-Family Home	$345,000	04/27/26	3	2.5	2,082

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Melissa Rogers, Keller Williams Great Smokies

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-05-20 01:33:19 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Click here for more information

144 Cherry St, Sylva, NC 28779 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,879 sqft single-family home built in 1950. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Mar 13, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4355925.

144 Cherry St
Sylva, NC 28779

$450,000

$450,000

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