Off Market Feb 2015 for $500K

$1,242,264

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26 Ridgeline Way, Sylva, NC 28779

About this home

Stunning Contemporary home in the premier community of Balsam Mountain Preserve. Sitting above 3800ft in elevation will give you cool afternoons to sit by the indoor or outdoor fireplace. Expansive views of the mountains and golf course. Lounge in the custom tower to get that birds eye view! Beautiful and unique craftsmanship throughout the home. Other features include, open living/dining and kitchen area. Large master bedroom with custom closet cabinetry, a his and her master bath with oversize tiled shower, guest suite, outdoor patio area and one car garage. Too many features to list. .. . Balsam Mountain Preserve is a gated community w/ over 3000 ac. of land which will never be built upon. Initiation fee for the access to amenities. -Arnold Palmer golf course, heated swimming pool, dining, stables, tennis. A remote camp is available for family adventure or fly fishing and hiking. Nature center available to homeowner even if not a member.

Single-familyProperty Type

2006Year Built

1 acresLot Size

1 car garageParking

Listed by Stacy Anders Hyatt • Appalachian Real Estate

Contact: 8284881010

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:CSAOR #25950369

Redfin Estimate

$1,242,264

$742K since sold in February 2015$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 276% higher than the average sale price ($330K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$237,000
A
2 beds2 baths947 sq ft
168 Grizzly Rdg, Sylva, NC 28779
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$459,000
B
2 beds2 baths2,064 sq ft
125 Nugget Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$315,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,138 sq ft
43 Willdee Way, Sylva, NC 28779
SOLD SEP 17, 2025
$296,000
D
2 beds2.5 baths1,695 sq ft
57 Copperhead Cv, Sylva, NC 28779
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$345,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,376 sq ft
79 Harris Cir, Sylva, NC 28779

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$871,873

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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 24 HRS AGO
$1,250,000
4 beds4.5 baths5,105 sq ft
832 Asheville Hwy, Sylva, NC 28779
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$65,000
3 beds1 bath1,110 sq ft
157 Hampton St, Sylva, NC 28779
3D WALKTHROUGH
$499,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
351 Browning Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
3D WALKTHROUGH
$348,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,519 sq ft
38 Pee Wee Branch Br, Sylva, NC 28779
$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
$349,000
2 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
542 Brushy Fork Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
$379,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
257, 404 Loose Wire Way, Sylva, NC 28779
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Sale history for 26 Ridgeline Way

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,526 (+37.4%)

$300,000 + $1,119,818

$1,419,818

2024

$3,296

$200,000 + $634,350

$834,350

2023

$3,296

$200,000 + $634,350

$834,350

2022

$3,296 (+6.3%)

$200,000 + $634,350

$834,350

2021

$3,101 (+5.9%)

$200,000 + $634,350

$834,350

2020

$2,929

$200,000 + $634,350

$834,350

2019

$2,929

$200,000 + $548,560

$748,560

2018

$2,929 (+2.6%)

$200,000 + $548,560

$748,560

2017

$2,854

$200,000 + $548,560

$748,560

2016

$2,853 (−8.3%)

$200,000 + $548,560

$748,560

2014

$3,112

$500,000 + $581,540

$1,081,540

Tax history for 26 Ridgeline Way

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,526 (+37.4%)

$300,000 + $1,119,818

$1,419,818

2024

$3,296

$200,000 + $634,350

$834,350

2023

$3,296

$200,000 + $634,350

$834,350

2022

$3,296 (+6.3%)

$200,000 + $634,350

$834,350

2021

$3,101 (+5.9%)

$200,000 + $634,350

$834,350

2020

$2,929

$200,000 + $634,350

$834,350

2019

$2,929

$200,000 + $548,560

$748,560

2018

$2,929 (+2.6%)

$200,000 + $548,560

$748,560

2017

$2,854

$200,000 + $548,560

$748,560

2016

$2,853 (−8.3%)

$200,000 + $548,560

$748,560

2014

$3,112

$500,000 + $581,540

$1,081,540

*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

1 Acre

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,893

Year built

2006

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jackson County

APN

7671-06-8285

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump, Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Exhaust Fan, Heat Pump

Interior Features
Interior Features: Other, Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Microwave
Flooring: Hardwood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Other

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Other
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Roof: Fiberglass, Shingle

Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Spa Features: Bath

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Other

Property Features
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool

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

Land Information
Vegetation: Partially Wooded
Elevation Units: Feet

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Other
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

Location Information
Directions: Hwy 74 E from Sylva to right at Balsam Mtn Preserve entrance. Call listing agents for access(gated)and lockbox code. Preserve Rd to West Clubhouse Rd on right. Follow to High Line Rd on right. Ridgeline way will be on left. First house on right.
Subdivision Name: Balsam Mountain Preserve

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,893
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2006
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 7671-06-8285

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026

Other

Listing Information
AttributionContact: 8284881010

Around this home

Schools

Scotts Creek Elementary

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi

6/10

Smoky Mountain High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.4mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

1/10 Heat Factor

3 days above 89° expected this year, 8 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

$1.18M – $1.43M

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Home values near 26 Ridgeline Way

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
61 Ridgeline Way, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2899 Sq. Ft.	$1,763,628
23 Spar Tree Way, Sylva, NC 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3500 Sq. Ft.	$1,631,624

Address	Redfin Estimate
61 Ridgeline Way Apt 68, Sylva, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3076 Sq. Ft.	$1,468,803
1963 High Line Rd, Sylva, NC 6 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 7349 Sq. Ft.	$2,065,016

Address	Redfin Estimate
5 North Ridgeline Rd, Cullowhee, NC 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—
1683 High Line Rd, Sylva, NC 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4734 Sq. Ft.	$1,823,155

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