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2 beds1,660 sqft

229 Yellow Bird Br Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.89 acresLot Size
1942Year Built
$195/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Charming and extensively remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath creekside cottage offered fully furnished and move-in ready. Nestled in a peaceful valley with surrounding mountain views, this property features a spacious grassy backyard along a small creek—perfect for gatherings or play—plus a stone firepit and outdoor grill area. Ideal as a private retreat, vacation rental, or long-term investment. Conveniently located near Dillsboro and Sylva for easy access to shopping, dining, and local attractions.Charming and extensively remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath creekside cottage offered fully furnished and move-in ready. Nestled in a peaceful valley with surrounding mountain views, this property features a spacious grassy backyard along a small creek—perfect for gatherings or play—plus a stone firepit and outdoor grill area. Ideal as a private retreat, vacation rental, or long-term investment. Conveniently located near Dillsboro and Sylva for easy access to shopping, dining, and local attractions.
  • Listed by: • Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville margaret.cogdill@howardhannatate.com
Listing closed: 01/14/2026 12:00 AM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 4270669
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$330,000

Avg days on market

31

Sale-to-list ratio

94.7%

Sylva, NC

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville

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Property Information for 229 Yellow Bird Br Road

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Waterfront Features: Creek
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Parking Space(s)
  • Subdivision Name: none

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1942
  • Lot Size: 0.89 AC / 38,768 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Longitude: -83.240009
  • MLS Area Major: Sylva
  • Unparsed Address: 229 Yellow Bird Branch Road
  • Country: US
  • Latitude: 35.366775
  • Directions: GPS works. From Dillsboro take North River Rd to Yellowbird Branch Rd
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Annual Amount: $901.95
  • Tax Assessed Value: $325,236.00
  • Parcel Number: 7631-65-2397
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairview
  • High School: Smoky Mountain
  • Elementary School: Fairview
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
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Property

Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 926.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 734.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 926
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 1660.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.89
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: Medium
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 34
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: County Water

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Washer
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Ductless
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Mud Room
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile, Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedroom Main: 2
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Main: 0
  • Stories: 1

Room Information

Room Information
  • Room Count: 1.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 229 Yellow Bird Br Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 14, 2026

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1001197

$324,500—
Jan 14, 2026

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1001197

—
Jan 14, 2026

Closed

CANOPY #4270669

$324,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/14/2026

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1001197

$324,500
01/14/2026

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1001197

—
01/14/2026

Closed

CANOPY #4270669

$324,500

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 229 Yellow Bird Br Road

Taxable Value

Land

$39,520

Additions

$285,716
Total$325,236

Tax Record

2025

$1,236 ($103 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

2

Baths

1

Total Finished SqFt

840 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

840 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

840 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

43,560 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1947

Year Renovated

1960

Zoning

R1 RES DIST L

County

JACKSON

APN

7631-65-2397

Schools near 229 Yellow Bird Br Road

This home is within Jackson County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 13
Public - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Fairview Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Smoky Mountain High
Public9 to 12

Jackson County Early College
Public9 to 13

Jackson Community School
Public5 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 229 Yellow Bird Br Road, Sylva, NC 28779
$324,500
2
1,660
38,768
–
–
2
2,320
43,560
–
3
1
960
43,560
–
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2
840
10,890
$150,500
3
1,466
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