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Last sold for $550,000 on Feb 26, 2020

59 BEAR RIDGE RD

SYLVA, NC 28779
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,710 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.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$550,000 · Feb 26, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,183 (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.$837,630 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$106,370
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$731,260
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$548,960

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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.Parcels with improvements, Use Not Specified
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 752 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Scotts Creek SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 5.9 mi
H
Smoky Mountain High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.5 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

59 Bear Ridge 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.

  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Newer than 89% 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.

Living area2,710 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 59 Bear Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSylva 28779Jackson County
Living areabigger than2,710 ft²92% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac84% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than200589% of homes86% of homes

About 59 Bear Ridge Rd

When did 59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC last sell?

59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC last sold on Feb 26, 2020 for $550,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC?

59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,710 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC built?

59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC?

59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC is assigned to Scotts Creek School (elementary), rated B; Smoky Mountain High School (high), rated B. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC compare to other homes in Sylva 28779?

Among the 6,763 homes in Sylva 28779, it is bigger than 92% of them (2,710 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (3 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (2005 against a typical 1983). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 59 Bear Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC was $3,183. The county assessed it at $837,630.

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