This mid-century home is ideally situated within the Sylva city limits and located on 1.8 acres zoned High Density Residential, offering exceptional flexibility for homeowners, investors, or future development. Comprised of four separate lots, this property presents a rare opportunity for potential expansion, additional homesites, or other residential development possibilities. The existing home offers comfortable one level living with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a dedicated office, and a basement, making it ideal for those who need space or work from home. The property combines the feel of privacy and room to spread out with the convenience of in town living close to shopping, schools, and restaurants. A detached carport and workshop add functionality for hobbies, storage, or projects. Whether you’re looking for a move-in ready home with character, an income opportunity, or a property with valuable high density zoning and room to grow, this is a unique find within the Sylva city limits.
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$450,000
144 Cherry St, Sylva, NC 28779
3beds
1,879sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
1.8 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$239/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Comfortable one level livingDetached carportDedicated office
- 120 days |
- 521 |
- 12 |
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Listed by:
Melissa Rogers melissa@conleyrogerswnc.com,
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4355925
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Other - See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Wood, Other
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Other
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Fireplace features: Den, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,879
- Total interior livable area: 1,879 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,879
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1.8 Acres
- Features: Level, Open Lot, Sloped, Other - See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Workshop
- Additional parcels included: 7641-46-6551, 7641-46-6566, 7641-46-7788
- Parcel number: 7641467676
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum, Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: none
Location
- Region: Sylva
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $239/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $329,077
- Annual tax amount: $1,011
- Date on market: 3/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 246 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Other, Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000-9.8%$239/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26045494 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2026 | Listing removed | $499,000$266/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4300319 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2025 | Price change | $499,000-5%$266/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042089 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000$279/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042089 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,011 +7.3% | $285,777 +32.9% |
| 2024 | $942 | $215,040 |
| 2023 | $942 | $215,040 |
| 2022 | $942 +8.2% | $215,040 |
| 2021 | $871 +35.8% | $215,040 +46.6% |
| 2020 | $642 | $146,730 |
| 2019 | $642 | $146,730 |
| 2018 | $642 | $146,730 |
| 2017 | $642 +2.3% | $146,730 |
| 2015 | $627 -3.8% | $146,730 -27.6% |
| 2011 | $651 | $202,630 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28779
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Fairview ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Smoky Mountain HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Jackson County Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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