Bring your vision and a little elbow grease, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has incredible potential! With an open concept layout that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, plus a loft for added flex space, the bones are already here for a fantastic update. The property sits on a flat yard, perfect for outdoor living, gardening, or play, and offers the convenience of easy access off a state-maintained road. You’ll love the central location, just minutes to the hospital, grocery stores, and downtown, making everyday errands a breeze. Though the home has deferred maintenance and needs some TLC, it’s a solid opportunity for buyers ready to restore and refresh. Whether you’re looking for your next primary residence, investment, or project, this one is worth a look!
Closed
$260,000
1040 Kitchens Branch Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
3beds
1,625sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
1.22 Acres Lot
$260,900 Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$2,046 Estimated rent
Home value
$260,900
$235,000 - $290,000
$2,046/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 30, 2025 at 06:04pm
Listing Provided by:
Melissa Rogers melissa@conleyrogerswnc.com,
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Bought with:
Melissa Rogers
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4300849
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Open Floorplan, Other - See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Other - See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,625
- Total interior livable area: 1,625 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,625
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 1.22 Acres
- Features: Level, Private, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Other
- Parcel number: 7642497393
- Zoning: na
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Other - See Remarks
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Shared Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Sylva
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2025 | Sold | $260,000-11.9%$160/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4300849 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Contingent | $295,000$182/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042098 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $295,000$182/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042098 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,007 | $232,080 |
| 2023 | $1,007 | $232,080 |
| 2022 | $1,007 +8% | $232,080 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28779
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Scotts Creek ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 2 mi
- 5/10Smoky Mountain HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
- 7/10Jackson Co Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
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