Active Listings
134
⇧ 27.6% vs 105 last year
Data as of June 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The SYLVA, NC real estate market (28779) currently shows 134 active listings, with 28 pending sales. Homes are averaging 95 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 95 days on market compared to 59 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 1% year-over-year, from $479,950 to $475,000.
Whether you are buying or selling in SYLVA, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 18,421 · Density: 65.8/mi² · Median household income: $53,470
Typical home value: $222,965 · Homeownership: 65.0%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28779 | Sylva, NC 28779 | 0.0 mi | 109 | $84,535,059 | $499,000 | $775,551 |
| 28789 | Whittier, NC 28789 | 7.0 mi | 44 | $18,652,788 | $379,250 | $423,927 |
| 28751 | Maggie Valley, NC 28751 | 11.5 mi | 103 | $53,512,105 | $419,500 | $519,535 |
| 28736 | Glenville, NC 28736 | 14.1 mi | 31 | $55,280,068 | $1,708,750 | $1,783,228 |
| 28713 | Bryson City, NC 28713 | 16.7 mi | 86 | $44,440,500 | $427,000 | $516,750 |
| 28745 | Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 | 17.8 mi | 10 | $5,566,730 | $475,975 | $556,673 |
| 28741 | Highlands, NC 28741 | 20.0 mi | 139 | $312,804,071 | $1,398,000 | $2,250,389 |
| 28708 | Balsam Grove, NC 28708 | 20.6 mi | 4 | $1,665,000 | $412,750 | $416,250 |
| 28785 | Waynesville, NC 28785 | 21.2 mi | 75 | $39,384,600 | $425,000 | $525,128 |
| 28774 | Sapphire, NC 28774 | 21.9 mi | 87 | $110,148,960 | $750,000 | $1,266,080 |
| 28775 | Scaly Mountain, NC 28775 | 24.1 mi | 8 | $8,944,664 | $790,000 | $1,118,083 |
| 28763 | Otto, NC 28763 | 25.3 mi | 16 | $7,235,056 | $432,125 | $452,191 |
| 28781 | Topton, NC 28781 | 26.1 mi | 17 | $10,584,693 | $444,000 | $622,629 |
As of June 2026, there are 134 active listings in SYLVA, NC (zip code 28779), compared to 105 the prior year.
The median listing price in SYLVA, NC 28779 is $475,000 as of June 2026, a 1% decrease from $479,950 the prior year.
Homes in SYLVA, NC 28779 spend an average of 95 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 59 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, SYLVA, NC 28779 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 95 days on market compared to 59 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SYLVA, NC 28779 save an estimated $9,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $475,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.