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Off market mar 2025 for $1M

$990,811

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153 Althea Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

About this home

Discover your mountain paradise with this luxurious estate featuring 3 beds, 2.5 baths, and 7.71 unrestricted acres. (Adjoining tract of 5.58 acres available to negotiate) The home offers an open floor plan that maximizes natural light and stunning mountain views from every room. Enjoy the beauty of nature from the expansive wrap-around porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The property also includes two large garages—50x75 and 40x50—providing ample storage for vehicles, equipment, or a home business. With its seamless blend of elegance, functionality, and breathtaking scenery, this estate is the ultimate retreat. Don't worry about loss of power with your backup generator! Cable internet recently installed at property. Don’t miss out—schedule your private tour today and experience mountain living at its finest!

Single-familyProperty Type

2003Year Built

7.71 acresLot Size

3 spacesParking

Listed by Jayne Buchanan • Jackson County Realty

Contact: 8288829888

Bought with Non Member • Non-Member Office

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•Source:HCMLS #106400

Redfin Estimate

$990,811

$44K since sold in March 2025$12K since October

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This home's estimate is 58.8% higher than the average sale price ($624K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$749,999
A
3 beds3 baths3,770 sq ft
417 Quiet Forest Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$735,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,561 sq ft
283 The High Rd, Waynesville, NC 28786
SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$704,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,484 sq ft
1760 Winding Creek Dr, Waynesville, NC 28786
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$480,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,740 sq ft
114 Cool Water Trl, Sylva, NC 28779
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$450,000
E
3 beds3 baths2,950 sq ft
83 Daybreak Rdg, Sylva, NC 28779

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$128,854

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$2,241/mo

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Market trends in 28779, NC

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

96.7%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$389K

$14K MoM

Avg. days on market

104d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 4 HRS AGO
$425,000
3 beds2 baths1,539 sq ft
3027 Dark Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
NEW 11 HRS AGO
$475,000
3 beds2 baths1,632 sq ft
31 Midway Dr #15, Sylva, NC 28779
NEW 17 HRS AGO
$475,000
3 beds2 baths1,632 sq ft
31 Midway Dr, Sylva, NC 28779
NEW 33 HRS AGO
$499,000
3 beds2 baths1,803 sq ft
405 Sunshine Acres, Sylva, NC 28779
$575,000
3 beds2 baths1,720 sq ft
101 Bold Springs Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$120,000
1 bed1 bath438 sq ft
354 Skyland Dr, Sylva, NC 28779
3D WALKTHROUGH
$229,000
2 beds2 baths1,008 sq ft
55 Picket Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
$499,000
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
132 Lloyd Ave, Sylva, NC 28779
$199,000
2 beds1 bath779 sq ft
664 Woodfin Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
$434,900
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
137 Patterson Dr, Dillsboro, NC 28725
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Sale history for 153 Althea Ridge Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #106400

Mar 3, 2025

Sold

$1,035,000

Feb 11, 2025

Contingent

—

Dec 3, 2024

Listed

$1,070,000

CSAOR #26039403

Feb 11, 2025

Contingent

—

Dec 1, 2024

Listed

$1,070,000

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4183184

Dec 3, 2024

Price Changed

$1,070,000

Sep 13, 2024

Listed

$1,095,000

HCMLS #106085

Sep 13, 2024

Listed

$1,095,000

CSAOR #26037884

Sep 13, 2024

Listed

$1,095,000

CSAOR #26037003

Jun 16, 2024

Listed

$1,095,000

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4151050

Jun 16, 2024

Listed

$1,095,000

HCMLS #104543

Jun 14, 2024

Listed

$1,095,000

CSAOR #26008949

Jun 25, 2018

Listed

$575,000

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Tax history for 153 Althea Ridge Rd

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6.57 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,162

Year built

2003

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jackson County

APN

7673-33-0156

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jan 12, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Carport, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gravel, Paved

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas

Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry, Wired for Sound
Window Features: Window Treatments
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch
Roof: Metal

Building Information
Direction Faces: South
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl Siding

Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Pasture, Rolling Slope
Lot Size : 7.71
Lot Size Area: 7.71
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 7.71

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,627.18

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Other, Private
Electric: Generator
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

Location Information
Directions: From Cashiers-Hwy 107N toward Sylva-take US 23 Business N-Merge on to US-74W-Go approx. 6 miles to left on Crawford Cemetery Rd-Follow 1 mile to left on Althea Ridge Rd-Follow to 153.
Subdivision Name: None

Community Information
Community Features: None

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,162
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 7673-33-0156

Home facts updated by county records on Jan 12, 2023

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8288829888

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Scotts Creek Elementary

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi

6/10

Smoky Mountain High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.4mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 91° expected this year, 23 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$942,000 – $1.14M

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3D WALKTHROUGH

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Home values near 153 Althea Ridge Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
511 Althea Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3432 Sq. Ft.	$970,576
107 Althea Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1380 Sq. Ft.	$333,087
231 Festival Dr, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1560 Sq. Ft.	$305,944
66 Festival Dr, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1482 Sq. Ft.	$302,292
433 Crawford Cemetery Rd, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1700 Sq. Ft.	$297,780

Address	Redfin Estimate
158 Althea Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1700 Sq. Ft.	$346,919
153 Althea Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3162 Sq. Ft.	$1,001,400
480 Crawford Cemetery Rd, Sylva, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$265,023
130 Festival Dr, Sylva, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1394 Sq. Ft.	$321,213
99 Festival Dr, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$293,296

Address	Redfin Estimate
19 Althea Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$259,893
476 Crawford Cemetery Rd, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1372 Sq. Ft.	$209,764
450 Crawford Cemetery Rd, Sylva, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 720 Sq. Ft.	$167,172
471 Crawford Cemetery Rd, Sylva, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 952 Sq. Ft.	$233,630
556 Crawford Cemetery Rd, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1113 Sq. Ft.	$408,319

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