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$272,433$129 / 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 73How 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 $110,000 on Sep 6, 2024

281 ALLEN ST

SYLVA, NC 28779
4
Beds
1
Baths
2,116 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.
4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
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

$272K
$199K low$346K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,000 · Sep 6, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$527 (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.$138,811 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$73,911
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$128,660

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.7
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 288 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Smoky Mountain High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
E
Fairview SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.1 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

281 Allen St 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 less than 70% of homes in Jackson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Jackson County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Older than 98% 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.

This home
$63K$940K

This home is worth more than 42% 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$272,433
CheaperTypical $301,532Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$129
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,116 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,424 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size4 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 281 Allen St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSylva 28779Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$272,43342% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1299% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than2,116 ft²83% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4 ac88% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than19223% of homes2% of homes

About 281 Allen St

How much is 281 Allen St, Sylva, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Allen St, Sylva, NC is $272,433 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $198,848 to $346,018. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Allen St, Sylva, NC last sell?

281 Allen St, Sylva, NC last sold on Sep 6, 2024 for $110,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Allen St, Sylva, NC?

281 Allen St, Sylva, NC has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,116 square feet of living space and a 4.00-acre lot.

When was 281 Allen St, Sylva, NC built?

281 Allen St, Sylva, NC was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Allen St, Sylva, NC?

281 Allen St, Sylva, NC is assigned to Smoky Mountain High School (high), rated C+; 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 281 Allen St, Sylva, NC compare to other homes in Sylva 28779?

Among the 6,761 homes in Sylva 28779, it is worth more than 42% of them ($272,433 against a typical $301,532), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($129 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,116 ft² against a typical 1,424 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (4 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1922 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 30% 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 281 Allen St, Sylva, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Allen St, Sylva, NC was $527. The county assessed it at $138,811.

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