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Last sold for $365,000 on Sep 19, 2023

858 RIVERVIEW DR

SYLVA, NC 28779
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,514 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.
12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
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.$365,000 · Sep 19, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,519 (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.$399,840 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$186,930
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$212,910
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$299,180

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.
24
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.Parcels with improvements, Use Not Specified
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.00
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
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.Patio · 180 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
Jackson County Early CollegeA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Fairview SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.4 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

858 Riverview 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.

  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Sylva 28779
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% 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 area2,514 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size12 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 858 Riverview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSylva 28779Jackson County
Living areabigger than2,514 ft²91% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12 ac97% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than198250% of homes41% of homes

About 858 Riverview Dr

When did 858 Riverview Dr, Sylva, NC last sell?

858 Riverview Dr, Sylva, NC last sold on Sep 19, 2023 for $365,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 858 Riverview Dr, Sylva, NC?

858 Riverview Dr, Sylva, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,514 square feet of living space and a 12.00-acre lot.

When was 858 Riverview Dr, Sylva, NC built?

858 Riverview Dr, Sylva, NC was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 858 Riverview Dr, Sylva, NC?

858 Riverview 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 858 Riverview Dr, Sylva, NC compare to other homes in Sylva 28779?

Among the 6,789 homes in Sylva 28779, it is bigger than 91% of them (2,514 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (12 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1982 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 858 Riverview Dr, Sylva, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 858 Riverview Dr, Sylva, NC was $1,519. The county assessed it at $399,840.

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