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$960,870$305 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $455,000 on Aug 6, 2014

486 BRIARCLIFF DR

SYLVA, NC 28779
5
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
3,150 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
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

$961K
$782K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$455,000 · Aug 6, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,587 (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.$943,906 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,870
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$858,036
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$609,170

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. 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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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.In-Ground Vinyl Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 1,038 ft²Patio · 2,392 ft²Porch · 288 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 · 0.9 mi
E
Fairview SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.5 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

486 Briarcliff Dr 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 98% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Sylva 28779

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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$85K$920K

This home is worth more than 98% 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$960,870
CheaperTypical $308,259Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$305
CheaperTypical $216Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area3,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 486 Briarcliff Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSylva 28779Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$960,87098% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30587% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than3,150 ft²95% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac83% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than199873% of homes67% of homes

About 486 Briarcliff Dr

How much is 486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC is $960,870 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $782,357 to $1,139,383. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC last sell?

486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC last sold on Aug 6, 2014 for $455,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC?

486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,150 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC built?

486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC?

486 Briarcliff Dr, 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 486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC compare to other homes in Sylva 28779?

Among the 6,789 homes in Sylva 28779, it is worth more than 98% of them ($960,870 against a typical $308,259), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($305 against a typical $216), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,150 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (3 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1998 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 80% 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 486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 486 Briarcliff Dr, Sylva, NC was $3,587. The county assessed it at $943,906.

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