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FOR SALE

2.5 ACRES

53 Dewees Dr
Sylva, NC 28779

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,625 sqft (on 2.50 acres)

$615,000

$630,000

Est. Mortgage $3,275/mo*

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$615,000

$630,000

Est. Mortgage $3,275/mo*

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3 Beds

2 Baths

2,625 sqft

(on 2.50 acres)

Local Information

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Description

This home boasts recent measurements of over 6000 square feet. 2625 square feet being heated, and over 900 square feet of walk in attic space currently being used for storage. This well-built brick home offers generously sized rooms and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Natural light fills the home through large windows, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy outdoor living with both a screened-in porch and a classic front rocking chair porch. The home features a gas cook stove and a full basement with parking for one vehicle, providing excellent storage and functionality. Conveniently located with excellent access to the hospital, downtown, restaurants, shopping, and everyday amenities. A solid home with space, character, and an ideal location.

Home Highlights

Parking

Open Parking

Outdoor

No Info

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$234

Listed

105 days ago

Home Details for 53 Dewees Dr

Active Status
MLS Status: Active

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Bath/Stubbed,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2625 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/DryerLaundry: In BasementRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat Pump,PropaneHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: One
View No View

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Basement,Driveway,Parking Space(s)
Frontage Responsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Installed
Surface & Elevation Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 2625 Square Feet

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 95Days on Market: 105

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building Construction Materials: Brick FullNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information Parcel Number: 7642951250

Price & Status
Price List Price: $615,000Price Per Sqft: $234

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

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 4340336

Building
Building Area Building Area: 2625 Square Feet

Community
Not Senior Community

Lot Information
Lot Area: 2.5 acres

Listing Info
Special Conditions: Subject to Lease

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 4340336Attribution Contact: cassidywncrealtor@gmail.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2625

Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago

Listing Provided by: Cassidy Lance

Keller Williams Great Smokies

Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4340336

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

Price History for 53 Dewees Dr

Date	Price	Event	Source
04/28/2026	$615,000	PriceChange	Carolina Smokies MLS #26043148
Price Change $15,000 (-2%)
04/07/2026	$630,000	PriceChange	Carolina Smokies MLS #26043148
Price Change $20,000 (-3%)
01/23/2026	$650,000	Listed For Sale	Carolina Smokies MLS #26043148

06/10/2025	$2,800	ListingRemoved	Zillow Rentals

03/04/2025	$2,800	Listed For Rent	Zillow Rentals

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Year	2025
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Assessment	$490,175

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1695 Skyland Dr, Sylva, NC	0.20	Single-Family Home	$430,000	10/27/25	3	2.5	3,231
302 Mitchell Rd, Sylva, NC	0.59	Single-Family Home	$265,000	11/18/25	3	1.5	1,272
289 Fisher Creek Rd, Sylva, NC	0.17	Single-Family Home	$187,000	04/07/26	3	1	1,370
220 Frosty Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC	0.51	Single-Family Home	$325,000	08/15/25	3	3	2,104
800 Kitchens Branch Rd, Sylva, NC	0.97	Single-Family Home	$430,000	04/29/26	3	2	1,700

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7y ago
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Jimmy V.
14y ago
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53 Dewees Dr, Sylva, NC 28779 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,625 sqft single-family home built in 1955. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Jan 23, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4340336.

53 Dewees Dr
Sylva, NC 28779

$615,000

$615,000

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