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$473,014$212 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $465,000 on May 16, 2024

256 MISTLETOE LN

SYLVA, NC 28779
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,232 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$473K
$423K low$523K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$465,000 · May 16, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,807 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$475,562 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,310
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$425,252
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$253,970

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJACKSON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 656 ft²Porch · 336 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Jackson County Early CollegeA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
E
Fairview SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Jackson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28779These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.121

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,167
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.159 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,571
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,284
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

256 Mistletoe Ln measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 82% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Jackson County
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Older than 74% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Sylva 28779

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$61K$976K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Sylva 28779.

How it measures up in Sylva 28779

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sylva 28779.

Estimated value$473,014
CheaperTypical $300,338Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area2,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,421 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 256 Mistletoe Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSylva 28779Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$473,01482% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21250% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than2,232 ft²85% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac77% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than197234% of homes26% of homes

About 256 Mistletoe Ln

How much is 256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC is $473,014 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $422,755 to $523,273. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC last sell?

256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC last sold on May 16, 2024 for $465,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC?

256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,232 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC built?

256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC?

256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC is assigned to Jackson County Early College (high), rated A; Fairview School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC compare to other homes in Sylva 28779?

Among the 6,761 homes in Sylva 28779, it is worth more than 82% of them ($473,014 against a typical $300,338), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($212 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,232 ft² against a typical 1,421 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (2 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1972 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 60% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Mistletoe Ln, Sylva, NC was $1,807. The county assessed it at $475,562.

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