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$311,896$361 / 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 79How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

502 S RIVER RD

SYLVA, NC 28779
3
Beds
2
Baths
864 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.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$312K
$248K low$376K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$311,896
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$249,517

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,904 (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.$500,957 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$174,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$326,477
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$258,150

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.63
100
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
CountyJACKSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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 · 0.4 mi
E
Fairview SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.1 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.17,171
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

502 S River Rd 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 65% of homes in Jackson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Among the newest 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.

This home
$73K$999K

This home is worth more than 49% 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$311,896
CheaperTypical $315,615Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$361
CheaperTypical $224Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,452 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 502 S River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSylva 28779Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$311,89649% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36193% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²10% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac77% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than2022almost all homesalmost all homes

About 502 S River Rd

How much is 502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC is $311,896 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $247,681 to $376,111. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC last sell?

502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC?

502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC built?

502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC?

502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC is assigned to Jackson County Early College (high), rated A; Fairview School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC compare to other homes in Sylva 28779?

Among the 6,763 homes in Sylva 28779, it is worth more than 49% of them ($311,896 against a typical $315,615), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($361 against a typical $224), it is bigger than 10% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,452 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (2 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2022 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 35% 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 502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 502 S River Rd, Sylva, NC was $1,904. The county assessed it at $500,957.

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