897 Dark Ridge Rd

1,192 Sq. Ft.
$344 / Sq. Ft.
1,192
Sq. Ft.
$344
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Creekside Charm in a Peaceful Mountain Setting. Escape to tranquility in this utterly charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom creekside cottage, perfectly blending vintage character with thoughtful updates. Tucked away in a serene location between Balsam and Sylva, just down the road from the Historic Balsam Mountain Inn, this home offers a true mountain sanctuary. Step inside to discover a cozy, inviting atmosphere. The farmhouse kitchen is a true delight, centered around a vintage stove/oven that perfectly...Creekside Charm in a Peaceful Mountain Setting. Escape to tranquility in this utterly charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom creekside cottage, perfectly blending vintage character with thoughtful updates. Tucked away in a serene location between Balsam and Sylva, just down the road from the Historic Balsam Mountain Inn, this home offers a true mountain sanctuary. Step inside to discover a cozy, inviting atmosphere. The farmhouse kitchen is a true delight, centered around a vintage stove/oven that perfectly captures the home's unique character. The dining room soars with beautiful wooden cathedral ceilings, creating an airy and rustic feel. Continue into the living room, where a coastal-inspired palette meets the warmth of a gas log fireplace, making it the ideal spot for relaxation. The charm extends outdoors, where the home boasts a new copper metal roof installed in 2025 with LeafGuard Gutter System—adding both beauty and longevity. Enjoy your morning coffee on the freshly painted private porch off the primary suite. The property features an enchanting stone patio complete with a firepit, surrounded by lush flowers and greenery, perfect for outdoor entertaining. A defining feature of this parcel is the gentle stream flowing below, surrounding the lower level of the property and offering the soothing sounds of water—a constant reminder of the calm, peaceful atmosphere. Essential mountain living is provided by shared spring water. New 40 gallon water heater, Whole House Water Filter and UV Light Filtration System, New Pressure Tank and Switch, New Jet Pump - All installed in 2025. Experience the best of Western North Carolina living in this idyllic, character-filled cottage!
  1. Listed by Amanda Hill • Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville
    P: (828)-606-6588 C: (828)-606-6588 amanda.hill@howardhannatate.com

Property Details for 897 Dark Ridge Road

Architectural Style
Bungalow
Waterfront Features
None
View
Water
Parking Features
Driveway
Subdivision Name
Scotts Creek
LISTING UPDATED: 04/02/2026 07:13 PM

Property Details for 897 Dark Ridge Road

StatusActive
MLS #4361794
Days on Market9
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1965
Lot Size2.46 AC / 107,157 SF
CountyJackson County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville
Add your commute

Building Information for 897 Dark Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1965Building Size-Lot Size2.46 AC / 107,157 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,152 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,065

Property Taxes

$87

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 897 Dark Ridge Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water Body Name: Creek
  • Longitude: -83.116523
  • Latitude: 35.400837
  • Directions: From Asheville, take I-40 West to exit 27 US-74 / US-19/23; Continue onto US-74W for over 15 miles; Left onto Dark Ridge Rd; Property will be on your left.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $273,818.00
  • Parcel Number: 7672-36-4344
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Scotts Creek
  • High School: Smokey Mountain
  • Elementary School: Scotts Creek
Parking
  • Parking: Open Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1192.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1192
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 1192.0
  • Lot Features: Creek Front, Level, Sloped, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Waterfall
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 39
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: Spring
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Roof: Metal
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Fuel Tank - Leased
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Propane
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Storage, Walk-In Pantry
  • Laundry Features: In Hall, Utility Room, Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Propane
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Linoleum
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Full Bath Main: 2
  • Half Bath Main: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 8.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 897 Dark Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4361794

$410,000
Apr 22, 2025

Closed

CANOPY #4218595

$385,000
Mar 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4218595

$399,900
Jul 1, 2020

Closed

CANOPY #3599814

$210,000
Jun 24, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #674692497

$210,000
May 26, 2020

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3599814

Mar 5, 2020

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3599814

$239,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/25/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4361794

$410,000
04/22/2025

Closed

CANOPY #4218595

$385,000
03/05/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4218595

$399,900
07/01/2020

Closed

CANOPY #3599814

$210,000
06/24/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #674692497

$210,000
05/26/2020

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3599814

03/05/2020

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3599814

$239,900

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

Public Records for 897 Dark Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$94,690Additions$179,128Total$273,818
Tax Record2025$1,041 ($87 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtStories1Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964Year Renovated1986CountyJACKSONAPN7672-36-4344Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 897 Dark Ridge Road

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

Smoky Mountain High
Public9 to 12

Jackson Co School Of Alt
Public5 to 12

Jackson Co Early College
Public9 to 13

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.

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

Explore Nearby Homes

897 Dark Ridge Road is a single family home for sale in Sylva, NC 28779. This property was listed for sale on March 25, 2026 by Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville, it's currently listed at $410,000. It has been on the market for a total of 9 days and was last sold on April 22, 2025. This listing's school district is Jackson County School District. Nearby schools include Scotts Creek Elementary, Smoky Mountain High and Jackson Co School Of Alt. 897 Dark Ridge Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,192 sqft single family home built in 1965.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Subject to change at any time. Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties make no guarantee, warranty or representation regarding the accuracy of any waterfront feature, water view or waterfront view.

Listing Courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 04/02/2026 07:13 PM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by MLS GRID. Use of the MLS GRID data may be subject to an end user license agreement prescribed by the applicable MLS of the Member Participant, if any, and as amended from time to time.