697 Oleander Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
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697 Oleander Ln
Sylva, NC 28779

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,838 sqft (on 3.42 acres)

$471,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,612/mo*
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$471,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,612/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,838 sqft
(on 3.42 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$472K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$900 (-0.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$459K (+3,058%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +106% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$474K
July 2026$481K
June 2026$477K
May 2026$472K
April 2026$464K
March 2026$461K
February 2026$452K
January 2026$450K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
522 Sawmill Holw, Sylva, NC
0.32
Single-Family Home
$495,000
11/10/25
2
2
1,530
73 Hoot Owl Holw, Sylva, NC
1.09
Single-Family Home
$360,500
12/08/25
3
2.5
1,863
83 Stoneridge Est, Sylva, NC
0.85
Single-Family Home
$450,500
10/30/25
3
2.5
3,560
1693 Skyland Dr, Sylva, NC
1.42
Single-Family Home
$425,000
10/14/25
3
2
1,474
224 Elders Rd, Sylva, NC
0.94
Single-Family Home
$65,000
08/03/26
3
1
728
1226 Monteith Branch Rd, Sylva, NC
1.37
Single-Family Home
$615,000
07/08/26
2
2.5
1,515
107 Mercy Rdg, Sylva, NC
1.66
Single-Family Home
$337,000
06/30/26
3
3
1,763
247 Buff Creek Rd, Sylva, NC
1.13
Single-Family Home
$45,000
05/11/26
3
1
1,070
1695 Skyland Dr, Sylva, NC
1.47
Single-Family Home
$430,000
10/27/25
3
2.5
3,231
24 Deerfield Ln, Sylva, NC
1.69
Single-Family Home
$380,000
11/13/25
3
2
1,534

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
13 Oleander Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.05
$17,500
-
-
-
For Sale
12 Oleander Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.12
$29,000
-
-
-
For Sale
Oleander Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.28
-
-
-
-
Off Market
522 Sawmill Holw, Sylva, NC 28779
0.32
$495,000
2
2
1,530
Recently Sold
99999 Fisher Creek Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.43
-
-
-
-
Off Market
301 Parris Branch Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.47
$305,000
3
1
830
For Sale
437 Marion Forest Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.50
$552,100
4
3
2,609
Off Market
Parris Branch Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.49
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Vl25 Mountain Forest Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.52
$26,300
-
-
-
For Sale
2 Fisher Creek Rd #3, Sylva, NC 28779
0.51
$40,000
-
-
-
For Sale
4 White Birch Dr #5, Sylva, NC 28779
0.53
$60,000
-
-
-
For Sale
1 Lotus Dr #&-2, Sylva, NC 28779
0.57
$60,000
-
-
-
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1998
Lot Size
3.42 acres
Living Area
1,838 sqft
Price/Sqft
$257

About this House

Cool Mountain breeze awaits you with this custom built log home in private location with mountain views. Property is 2 lots total of 3.42 acres. Parcel id# 7653-41-2571- 1.94 ac & house & 7653-41-1622 1.48 ac. Would make a great full time home, mountain retreat or finish basement and use for a vacation rental!Sit on the large covered deck and enjoy your morning coffee on the porch swing. Stainless steel appliances, corian countertops, breakfast area in kitchen. Keep warm on the cool mountain nights with a wood stove on a slate hearth. Home has 3 sources of heat. Small deck off laundry room has hook up for gas grill and bench seating. Large master bedroom with walk in closet and large master bath with jetted tub and stand up shower and double vanities-lots of extra storage-Upper level has 2 bd/1 ba plus large loft area add bunk beds for extra sleeping or use as a game room or office space. lots of natural light and views of mountains. House originally had baseboard heat that still works but Heat pump was installed approx 14 years old. Gas tankless water heater approx. 9 years old. Many possibilities for this home. Covered parking on side and 1 car basement parking.
697 Oleander Ln, Sylva, NC 28779 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,838 sqft single-family home built in 1998. It last sold for $15,000 on Jun 24, 1996. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $471,600, with a rent estimate of $2,357/month.

Home Details for 697 Oleander Ln

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat PumpAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Floors: Softwood, Tile, Hardwood
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Other

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1998
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3.42 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 1, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$229,900
Mar 12, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$229,900
Aug 19, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$254,900
Feb 19, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$254,900
Oct 16, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$264,900

Market trends in Sylva

Last updated July 2026
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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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 697 Oleander Ln

  • What is 697 Oleander Ln estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 697 Oleander Ln in Sylva, NC is $471,600.
  • What is the price history for 697 Oleander Ln?
    697 Oleander Ln in Sylva, NC last sold for $15,000 in June 1996.
  • Is Sylva a buyer's or seller's market?
    Sylva is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • 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 recently sold homes in Sylva, NC.
  • Does 697 Oleander Ln have air conditioning?
    Yes, 697 Oleander Ln in Sylva, NC has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 697 Oleander Ln?
    The lot at 697 Oleander Ln in Sylva, NC is about 3.4 acres.