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Off Market Jan 2023 for $497K

$524,942

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,510/mo

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1,941

sq ft

252 Ridgeway St, Sylva, NC 28779

About this home

This newly renovated 4 bedroom/2 bath 1940s home with character and lots of parking is located within historic downtown Sylva. With year-round mountain views from the covered front porch and winter long-range views from the back deck, you’ll have your own elegant mountain oasis minutes from the breweries, shops, and farm-to-table dining that Sylva is known for. House includes original hardwoods, LVP, and Carpet. Large Kitchen with granite countertops and plenty of counter space with upgraded stainless steel appliances. If you are the Chef of the house, this one is for you! New HVAC on both 1st and 2nd floors. Newer Roof, House has been fully painted inside and out! Your pets will have plenty of areas to run with this .71 of acre-fenced-in lot. This two-story Craftsman won’t be on the market long! Don’t miss your opportunity to have in-town living and amenities.

Single-familyProperty Type

1949Year Built

0.71 acresLot Size

$270Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Bernard Gilchrist • Sundog Realty, Inc.

Contact: brgrealestate@gmail.com

Bought with Jaci Reynolds • RE/MAX Executive

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3918968

Redfin Estimate

$524,942

$28K since sold in January 2023$2,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 55% higher than the average sale price ($339K) of 3 comparable homes.

SOLD JAN 16, 2026
$364,000
A
4 beds2 baths1,951 sq ft
64 Christopher Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
SOLD APR 27, 2026
$345,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,082 sq ft
41 Kings Creek Dr, Sylva, NC 28779
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$307,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,188 sq ft
138 Elm St, Sylva, NC 28779

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$121,726

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$1,915/mo

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Market trends in 28779, NC

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.8%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$365K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

82d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 30 HRS AGO
$499,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
351 Browning Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
NEW 33 HRS AGO
$348,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,519 sq ft
38 Pee Wee Branch Br, Sylva, NC 28779
NEW 34 HRS AGO
$500,000
2 beds2 baths1,440 sq ft
103 Riverwood Dr, Sylva, NC 28779
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,000,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,168 sq ft
254 Keener St, Sylva, NC 28779
$180,000
1 bed1 bath900 sq ft
139 Boarding House Way Unit (35), Sylva, NC 28779
$299,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
43 Wild Horse Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
$379,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
257, 404 Loose Wire Way, Sylva, NC 28779
$274,900
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
32 Mystic Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
$499,000
3 beds4 baths2,529 sq ft
499 Match Pt, Sylva, NC 28779
$425,000
3 beds2 baths1,692 sq ft
247 Poker Branch Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
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Sale history for 252 Ridgeway St

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #101092

Jan 17, 2023

Sold

$497,000

$256/sq ft

Oct 28, 2022

Listed

$499,900

$258/sq ft

+48

Remarks: This newly renovated 4 bedroom/2 bath 1940s home with character and lots of parking is located within historic downtown Sylva. With year-round mountain views from the covered front porch and winter long-range views from the back deck, you'll have your own elegant mountain oasis minutes from the breweries, shops, and farm-to-table dining that Sylva is known for. House includes original hardwoods, LVP and Carpet. Large Kitchen with granite countertops and plenty of counter space with upgraded stainless steel appliances. If you are the Chef of the house, this one is for you! New HVAC on both 1st and 2nd floors. Newer Roof, House has been fully painted inside and out! Your pets will have plenty of area to run with this . 71 of an acre fenced-in lot. This two-story Craftsman won't be on the market long! Don't miss your opportunity to have in-town living and amenities.

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3918968

Jan 17, 2023

Sold

$497,000

$256/sq ft

Nov 6, 2022

Contingent

—

Oct 28, 2022

Listed

$499,900

$258/sq ft

CSAOR #26028941

Oct 28, 2022

Listed

$499,900

$258/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 8, 2008

Sold

$289,000

$149/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 3, 2007

Sold

$177,500

$91/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 22, 2000

Sold

$30,000

$15/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,644 (+95.4%)

$59,530 + $430,374

$489,904

2024

$841

$54,950 + $133,540

$188,490

2023

$841

$54,950 + $133,540

$188,490

2022

$841 (+8.5%)

$54,950 + $133,540

$188,490

2021

$776 (+6.3%)

$54,950 + $133,540

$188,490

2020

$730

$54,950 + $133,540

$188,490

2019

$730

$38,470 + $131,420

$169,890

2018

$730 (+2.4%)

$38,470 + $131,420

$169,890

2017

$713 (+0.5%)

$38,470 + $131,420

$169,890

2016

$709 (−8.6%)

$38,470 + $131,420

$169,890

2014

$776

$46,680 + $200,530

$247,210

Tax history for 252 Ridgeway St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,644 (+95.4%)

$59,530 + $430,374

$489,904

2024

$841

$54,950 + $133,540

$188,490

2023

$841

$54,950 + $133,540

$188,490

2022

$841 (+8.5%)

$54,950 + $133,540

$188,490

2021

$776 (+6.3%)

$54,950 + $133,540

$188,490

2020

$730

$54,950 + $133,540

$188,490

2019

$730

$38,470 + $131,420

$169,890

2018

$730 (+2.4%)

$38,470 + $131,420

$169,890

2017

$713 (+0.5%)

$38,470 + $131,420

$169,890

2016

$709 (−8.6%)

$38,470 + $131,420

$169,890

2014

$776

$46,680 + $200,530

$247,210

*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

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.71 Acres

Year renovated

1979

Sq. Ft.

1,941

Year built

1949

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jackson County

APN

7631-96-6389

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
SqFt Garage: 0
Parking Features: Carport - 1 Car

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2

Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Insert, Gas Log, Ventless, Living Room, Wood Burning

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Heat Pump, Propane
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 1,077
Sq. Ft. Unheated Basement: 1,077

Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built Ins, Open Floorplan, Walk-in Closet(s), None
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Exhaust Hood, Network Ready, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Asbestos
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Porch: Back,Deck,Front
Doors Windows: g-Insulated Door(s),Insulated Windows

Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None

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

Lot Information
Lot Features: Paved, Sloped, Wooded, Views, Winter View, Year Round View
Lot Size Area: 0.71
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Zoning NCM: R-1

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Heater Information: Electric

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
Restrictions: Use

HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
Yearly HOA Expense: 0.00

School Information
Elementary School: Fairview
Middle Or Junior High School: Fairview
High School: Smoky Mountain

Location Information
Directions: Take Exit 83 to downtown. Turn Right at the light and get into left lane. Circle towards W. Main St, but taking the first right onto Savannah Dr. Take the left Right past onto Keener St. Take Right onto Ridgeway St. 252 Ridgeway is on the right and has a natural colored picket fence surrounding the front yard.

Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,941
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.71 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Jackson County
APN: 7631-96-6389

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026

Other

Home Information
Total Primary HLA: 1941
Living Area: 1941
Sq. Ft. Upper: 749
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1192
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Sq. Ft. Additional: 0
Building Area Total: 1941
Foundation Details: Basement, Basement Inside Entrance, Basement Outside Entrance
Structure Type: Two Story/Basement

Around this home

Schools

Fairview Elementary

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi

5/10

Smoky Mountain High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° 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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Sylva, NC • 28779

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Estimated sale price

$499,000 – $604,000

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Home values near 252 Ridgeway St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
204 Ridgeway St, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1168 Sq. Ft.	$243,283
168 Ridgeway St, Sylva, NC 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$402,946

Address	Redfin Estimate
170 Ridgeway St, Sylva, NC 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$525,462
150 Ridgeway St, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2334 Sq. Ft.	$497,117

Address	Redfin Estimate
274 Ridgeway St, Sylva, NC 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$415,262
138 Hooper St, Sylva, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1288 Sq. Ft.	$374,958

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