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897 Dark Ridge Road

Sylva, NC 28779

3 beds
2 baths
1,171 sqft
~2 acre lot
$341 per sqft
1965 build
– on site

Idyllic mountain cabin home that is perfect as a vacation home or short term rental. You may wish to spend all your time outdoors as this home sits creekside (2 creeks on property), includes a waterfall, front porch, two decks, an original mill water wheel, creekside potting/fishing shed & a full size storage shed next to the house. A large outdoor patio w/ firepit overlooks the expansive back yard & picturesque creek; the tree lined street provides you true privacy. This home features 3 BR/2 BA, one fully updated,a spacious living room w/ a gas log fireplace, a cozy dining area w/ fireplace, an open kitchen w/ new counters, sink & refrigerator, a large laundry/utility room & plenty of basement storage space. The atmosphere is warm, inviting & reminiscent of wonderful times spent in the mountains. Garden enthusiasts will find plenty of space to get creative on this 2.45 acre paradise. Come make sweet memories wading or fishing in the creeks & enjoying the sounds of the cascading water.

Listing courtesy of CMLS / Keller Williams Professionals

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 6, 2025 •

MLS# 4218595 —

The Building

Year Built:

1965
New Construction:

false
Construction Type:

Site Built
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Construction Materials:

Wood
Architectural Style:

Cottage
Roof:

Metal
Foundation Details:

Basement, Permanent
Levels:

One
Basement:

Interior Entry, Unfinished
Basement:

true
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Security Features:

Smoke Detector(s)
SqFt Unheated Total:

156
SqFt Unheated Basement:

156
Above Grade Finished Area:

1171

Interior

Features:

Attic Other
Flooring:

Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Linoleum, Tile
Living Area:

1171
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Kitchen, Living Room, Propane

Location

Directions:

From Asheville, take I-40 West to exit 27 US-74 / US-19/23; Continue onto US-74W for over 15 miles; Left onto Dark Ridge Rd; Property will be on your left.
Latitude:

35.40089675
Longitude:

-83.11691657

The Property

Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Corner Lot, Creek Front, Hilly, Level, Private, Waterfall
Lot Size Area:

2.46
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning Specification:

SF Dwell
Zoning:

R001
View:

Mountain(s), Water, Year Round
Waterfront Features:

None
Other Structures:

Shed(s)
Fencing:

Partial, Wood
Other Equipment:

Fuel Tank(s)
Road Responsibility:

Publicly Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Gravel, Paved

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Parcel Number:

7672364344
Tax Assessed Value:

208290

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedroom Main:

3

Baths

Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2
Full Baths Main:

2

The Listing

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Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling:

Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump

Utilities

Utilities:

Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Propane
Sewer:

Septic Installed
Water Source:

Spring

Appliances

Appliances:

Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Laundry Features:

Laundry Room, Main Level

Schools

Elementary School:

Unspecified
Middle School:

Unspecified
High School:

Unspecified

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Scotts Creek
Restrictions:

Short Term Rental Allowed
HOA Subject To:

None
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Driveway
Garage:

false
Main Level Garage:

No
Carport:

false
Open Parking:

false

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$399,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,141
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$109
Utilities	$126 See report
Total	$2,376/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/5/25 Mar 5, 2025	Listed / Active	CMLS	$399,900	90.4% (19.3% / YR)
7/1/20 Jul 1, 2020		CMLS	$210,000	-8.3%
5/27/20 May 27, 2020		CMLS	$229,000

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This house located in NC 28779 is currently for sale for $399,900. 897 Dark Ridge Road is a 1,171 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 10 days. This house is in the attendance area of Scotts Creek Elementary School and Smoky Mountain High School.

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