1516 Kitchens Branch Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

For sale

$389,999

Est. $2,293/mo

•

2 ba

•

1,300

sq ft

1516 Kitchens Branch Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

About this home

The Ultimate North Carolina Mountain Basecamp This 1969 aluminum-frame home features a 2020 metal roof, updated interior with hardwood floors and newer appliances, featuring a convenient main-floor master and large 2nd story loft. Includes a secondary cabin built in 2019. • Utilities: Wired for a whole-house generator; great AC system with Oil furnace • Parking: Ample parking space plus a large metal RV/carport with electric. • Location: Prime access to downtown Sylva and endless outdoor recreation. Whether you are looking for a permanent residence or vacation rental, this property is ready for its next chapter.

1979Year Built

$300Price/Sq.Ft.

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Payment calculator

$2,293 per month

Principal and interest$2,128

Property taxes

$74

HOA dues

Home insurance

$91

Utilities

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Scotts Creek Elementary

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi

6/10

Smoky Mountain High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Market insights

1516 Kitchens Branch Rd · $389,999

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 125 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 4% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $748,452. (92% higher than this home)

PRICE DROP

17% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Sale and tax history for 1516 Kitchens Branch Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$885

$59,850 + $185,230

$245,080

2025

$885 (+4.3%)

$59,850 + $185,230

$245,080

2024

$848

$69,820 + $120,560

$190,380

2023

$848

$69,820 + $120,560

$190,380

2022

$848 (+8.4%)

$69,820 + $120,560

$190,380

2021

$782 (+35.4%)

$69,820 + $120,560

$190,380

2020

$578

$69,820 + $120,560

$190,380

2019

$578

$28,150 + $101,820

$129,970

2018

$578 (+2.3%)

$28,150 + $101,820

$129,970

2017

$565 (+0.2%)

$28,150 + $101,820

$129,970

2016

$564 (+10.2%)

$28,150 + $101,820

$129,970

2014

$512

$29,910 + $122,960

$152,870

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.85 Acres

Year renovated

1979

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,500

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,500

Year built

1969

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jackson County

APN

7642-39-0542

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Sylva, NC • 28779

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Sun exposure

83/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Sylva. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.1 hrs

6.1 hrs

JuneDecember

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