980 S River Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
OFF MARKET

980 S River Rd
Sylva, NC 28779

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,500 sqft (on 1 acre)
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,500 sqft
(on 1 acre)

Local Information

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Description

Overlooking the TUCKASEEGEE RIVER in Webster!!! This wonderful 3/2 home offers an additional 1/1 efficiency apartment on lower level with separate entrance. Making the total square footage just over 2200 sq ft. Some of the many features you will find in this home: open/split floor plan, primary ensuite, HUGE screened upper porch with side deck, hardwood flooring, tile baths, stainless appliances, raised garden beds, fruit trees, flowers, a very spacious and usable front yard, electric vehicle charging station, large solar panel, spacious closets with built-in shelving and so much more! Great room has a cathedral ceiling & lots of wonderful windows allowing you to enjoy your view of the river in every season. With just a few steps to the river, you can enjoy fishing, tubing, bird watching, etc without getting in your car. Lower level apartment offers your in-laws, family, friends, etc private accommodations and a large porch to enjoy while visiting! Location, Location, Location Call to see this one soon!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from March 21, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Carport Spaces
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 980 S River Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial,Partitioned,Finished,Heated,Exterior Entry,Finished BathNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1500 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cell Service AvailableTelephone: Cell Service AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: First LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Solar,Electric,Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Solar
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsDoor: Doors-InsulatedFlooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Long Range View, Short Range View, View Year Round, Water

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Deck, Porch, Screened Porch/DeckOther Structures: Apartment Studio, Storage Building/ShedFoundation: Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Carport-Single Attached
Frontage
Road Frontage: State Road
Water & Sewer
Sewer: TWSA
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2012
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: ResidentialArchitecture: Raised Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
Property Information
Parcel Number: 7640352753

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $499,900

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: SylvaCommunity: Noah's Landing

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1500 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 26030997Living Area Range: 2201-2400Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttic: Access OnlyWater ViewWater View: WaterAttribution Contact: 8285864616
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Kimberly Preston
Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva
Bought with: Mark Brooks, Sundog Realty
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS, MLS#26030997

Price History for 980 S River Rd

DatePriceEventSource
05/01/2026$639,500ListingRemovedCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4256490
11/13/2025$639,500PriceChange
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4256490
10/22/2025$645,000PriceChange
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4256490
07/30/2025$655,000PriceChange
Carolina Smokies MLS #26040918
06/24/2025$684,500PriceChange
Carolina Smokies MLS #26040918
05/15/2025$695,000Listed For SaleCarolina Smokies MLS #26040918
08/10/2023$525,000Sold
Carolina Smokies MLS #26030997
07/13/2023$499,900ContingentCarolina Smokies MLS #26030997
07/07/2023$499,900Listed For SaleCarolina Smokies MLS #26030997
10/11/2012$215,000Sold
Carolina Smokies MLS #25946168
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,879
Assessment$560,961
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 980 S River Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1389 Webster Rd, Sylva, NC
0.39
Single-Family Home
$486,500
10/06/25
3
2
1,589
316 Paw Paw Cv, Sylva, NC
0.57
Single-Family Home
$583,000
10/27/25
3
2.5
2,453
362 Cowan Valley Ests, Sylva, NC
0.44
Single-Family Home
$353,500
10/27/25
2
3
2,326
1152 S River Rd, Sylva, NC
0.22
Single-Family Home
$330,000
08/07/25
2
1
807
43 Amaroo Rdg, Sylva, NC
1.09
Single-Family Home
$600,000
07/14/25
3
2.5
2,367
975 Buchanan Loop, Sylva, NC
1.05
Single-Family Home
$475,000
09/16/25
3
2
1,837
179 Twin Oaks Est, Sylva, NC
1.28
Single-Family Home
$460,000
01/14/26
3
3
1,648
164 Twin Oaks Est, Sylva, NC
1.30
Single-Family Home
$500,000
06/30/25
3
2.5
1,715
166 Amaroo Rdg #5-6, Sylva, NC
1.20
Single-Family Home
$550,000
04/08/26
3
2
2,179

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What Locals Say about Sylva

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  • 82 % 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

  • 60 % 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

  • 36 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 32 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 32 % Say there are community events

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980 S River Rd, Sylva, NC 28779 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,500 sqft single-family home built in 2012. This property is not currently available for sale. 980 S River Rd was last sold on Aug 10, 2023 for $525,000 (5% higher than the asking price of $499,900).