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675 Forest Valley Rd, Sylva, NC, 28779

4beds
3baths
2,301sqft
$489,000
$213price/sqft
$2,995/moest. monthly cost
$119,800/yrincome needed

About This Home

Experience mountain living at its finest in this stunning log home, featuring a stone gas-log fireplace and a spacious front deck—perfect for entertaining or soaking in the fresh mountain air. Sunlight floods the living spaces, accentuating breathtaking winter mountain views. Enjoy soaring cathedral ceilings and beautiful wood interiors throughout the main living area. The large master bedroom offers a walk-in closet and a comfortable bath. Step through the French doors onto the deck to discover a relaxing hot tub, ideal for unwinding after a day of adventure. The finished basement provides a game room with a pool table, a bonus room, extra sleeping space with a full bath, and a laundry area—giving you plenty of options for guests or family fun. A 22x15 garage/storage area meets all your toy or small car, workshop or storage needs, and a firepit in the side yard invites cozy evenings outdoors. Comes Furnished, ask for details. Conveniently located just 35 minutes from Asheville and 10 minutes from Sylva or Waynesville. CURRENTLY A VACATION RENTAL. 24 HOURS NOTICE TO SHOW.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
5
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Scotts Creek ElementaryGrades PK-83.2 mi
5/10
Smoky Mountain HighGrades 9-126.1 mi
7/10
Jackson Co Early CollegeGrades 9-126.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2007

Materials

  • Construction materials: Log

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
  • Laundry features: In Basement,Inside

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Basement Garage Door,Basement Shop,Finished,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 980
  • Finished area above ground: 1,321

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,321
  • Total interior livable area: 2,301 sqft

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 228.375
  • Dimensions: 14' 6" X 15' 9"

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 7673213497
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.60 Acres

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway,Garage Shop,On Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Lightning
Inland Flooding
Landslide
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters in Jackson County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,472$29,664
Home Insurance *$171$2,052
Property Taxes $138$1,656
Electricity $214$2,571
Total$2,995$35,940
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$102,685/yr
40% on housing$89,850/yr
45% on housing$79,866/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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NCIUA - Coastal Property Insurance Pool (CPIP)

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.7%
8.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.9%
0.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$213This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28779$268
Jackson County$444

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28779$209
Jackson County$377

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-16Listed for sale$499,000
2017-07-26Listing removed$284,900
2017-07-07Price change$284,900
2017-04-17Price change$289,900
2016-10-18Listed for sale$299,900
2016-07-01Listing removed$1,850
2015-09-05Listing removed$245,000
2015-08-17Pending sale$245,000
2015-08-15Listed for sale$245,000
2015-08-14Sold$244,300
2015-07-15Pending sale$245,000
2015-06-08Listed for sale$245,000
2014-07-30Listing removed$1,300
2014-04-25Listed for rent$1,300
2013-12-28Listing removed$1,300
2013-11-09Listed for rent$1,300
2012-09-14Listing removed$1,300
2012-09-03Listed for rent$1,300

For Sale by Agent

AgentPatricia Stanberry
BrokerageApple Realty, LLC

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