This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features a thoughtfully designed layout. The main level includes a kitchen, dining room, and breakfast area, perfect for everyday living. Just a few steps up, the cozy living room boasts a wood-burning fireplace, huge windows and access to a spacious deck—ideal for relaxing and taking in the mountain and river views. The primary bedroom is also located on this level, offering ample space, a walk-in closet, and a private ensuite bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms with generous closet space and a full bathroom conveniently located between them. The basement provides extra storage space, washer/dryer hookups, and access to the garage, with an additional deck just off the garage area. Currently there are some unfinished projects, this home presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to add their personal touch.
For sale
Price cut: $1K (7/14)
$374,000
81 Otter Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
3beds
--sqft
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Get pre-qualified$2,200/mo
Residential
Built in 1998
0.71 Acres Lot
$359,900 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$29/mo HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceMountain and river viewsBreakfast areaHuge windowsWalk-in closetPrivate ensuite bathroomDining room
- 112 days |
- 389 |
- 31 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Will Mayse,
Sundog Realty
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26046830
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Third
Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Tile Bath, Formal Dining Room, Large Master Bedroom, Primary w/Ensuite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Doors: Doors-Storm None, Doors-Insulated
- Windows: Windows-Storm None, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Washer/Dryer Hook-up
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Living area range: 1601-1800 Square Feet
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage-Single in Basement, Limited Parking, Paved Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Short Range View, View-Winter, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Stream/Creek
Lot
- Size: 0.71 Acres
- Features: Hilly/Steep
Details
- Parcel number: 7650106429
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cell Service Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Radon Mitigation System
- Subdivision: Highland Ridge
HOA
- HOA fee: $350 annually
Location
- Region: Sylva
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $356,207
- Annual tax amount: $1,229
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$359,900
$342,000 - $378,000
$2,435/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $374,000-0.3% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26046830 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000-6.3% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26046830 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $400,000+158.1% |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2002 | Sold | $155,000 |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,229 +25% | $356,207 +57.7% |
| 2024 | $983 | $225,910 |
| 2023 | $983 | $225,910 |
| 2022 | $983 +8% | $225,910 |
| 2021 | $910 +12.9% | $225,910 +18.8% |
| 2020 | $807 | $190,150 |
| 2019 | $807 | $190,150 |
| 2018 | $807 | $190,150 |
| 2017 | $807 +2.4% | $190,150 |
| 2015 | $788 +11.2% | $190,150 -14.7% |
| 2011 | $708 | $222,920 |
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Neighborhood: 28779
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Cullowhee Valley SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 9/10Jackson County Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
- 6/10Smoky Mountain HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
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