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Sylva real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Sylva real estate market. *

Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot

Apr 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026

Median sale price
$352K
-3.2% from Q1 '26
Median list price
$347K
+6.7% from Q1 '26
Active listings
20
+25% from Q1 '26
Homes sold
4
+33% from Q1 '26
New pendings
5
+25% from Q1 '26
New listings
9
+29% from Q1 '26

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Sylva

Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Sylva Q3 '21 Q3 '22 Q3 '23 Q3 '24 Q3 '25 Q2 '26 Median sale price in Jul 2021 - Sep 2021: $220K Median sale price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $239K Median sale price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $232K Median sale price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $325K Median sale price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $333K Median sale price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $248K Median sale price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $345K Median sale price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $280K Median sale price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $260K Median sale price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $240K Median sale price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $150K Median sale price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $348K Median sale price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $303K Median sale price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $164K Median sale price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $309K Median sale price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $311K Median sale price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $333K Median sale price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $250K Median sale price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $364K Median sale price in Apr 2026 - Jun 2026: $352K Median list price in Jul 2021 - Sep 2021: $261K Median list price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $177K Median list price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $300K Median list price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $350K Median list price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $275K Median list price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $249K Median list price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $255K Median list price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $299K Median list price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $260K Median list price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $599K Median list price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $242K Median list price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $315K Median list price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $259K Median list price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $344K Median list price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $341K Median list price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $315K Median list price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $470K Median list price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $314K Median list price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $325K Median list price in Apr 2026 - Jun 2026: $347K Jul 2021 - Sep 2021 Median sale price $220K Median list price $261K Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 Median sale price $239K Median list price $177K Jan 2022 - Mar 2022 Median sale price $232K Median list price $300K Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 Median sale price $325K Median list price $350K Jul 2022 - Sep 2022 Median sale price $333K Median list price $275K Oct 2022 - Dec 2022 Median sale price $248K Median list price $249K Jan 2023 - Mar 2023 Median sale price $345K Median list price $255K Apr 2023 - Jun 2023 Median sale price $280K Median list price $299K Jul 2023 - Sep 2023 Median sale price $260K Median list price $260K Oct 2023 - Dec 2023 Median sale price $240K Median list price $599K Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 Median sale price $150K Median list price $242K Apr 2024 - Jun 2024 Median sale price $348K Median list price $315K Jul 2024 - Sep 2024 Median sale price $303K Median list price $259K Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 Median sale price $164K Median list price $344K Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 Median sale price $309K Median list price $341K Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 Median sale price $311K Median list price $315K Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 Median sale price $333K Median list price $470K Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 Median sale price $250K Median list price $314K Jan 2026 - Mar 2026 Median sale price $364K Median list price $325K Apr 2026 - Jun 2026 Median sale price $352K Median list price $347K
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Median list price
* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.
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Buyer’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Apr 2026 - Jun 2026).

Year over year, Sylva’s rolling three-month median sale price has risen solidly, up about 13 percent while the typical home value now sits around $352,000. Median list prices are also higher than a year ago by roughly 10 percent, indicating sellers are generally pricing above last year’s levels.

In the latest rolling three-month period ending June 2026, inventory has tightened compared with last year, with active listings down about 16 percent and new listings lower by roughly 24 percent. Even with fewer new homes hitting the market, homes are taking longer to sell, as median days on market have surged compared with a year earlier.

Current conditions show 10.3 months of supply, which is much lower than a year ago and points to a less overheated environment despite the seller’s market label. Only about a quarter of recent sales closed above list price, and the average sale-to-list ratio sits just under 96 percent, suggesting buyers have some room to negotiate. Buyers and sellers in Sylva can both benefit from an expert guide through these shifting dynamics, and Agent Pronto can connect them with a local agent who understands this market.



Learn more about what Sylva has to offer.

Sylva offers residents a welcoming small-town lifestyle with abundant outdoor recreation, a thriving local arts scene, and a strong sense of community plus convenient services.

Sylva is a small mountain town with everyday conveniences, a walkable core, and quick access to nearby hubs like Asheville. Its compact size makes errands simple, while Western Carolina University in nearby Cullowhee adds jobs, culture, and sports close to home.

Downtown centers on Main Street, where you will find local dining at spots such as Innovation Brewing and community events at the historic Jackson County Courthouse complex, now home to the public library and a scenic overlook. Daily needs are covered by grocery options, medical offices, and the Harris Regional Hospital campus just outside town.

Outdoor access is a major draw. Residents are minutes from hiking and fishing along the Tuckasegee River and within easy driving distance of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Families appreciate local schools through Jackson County Public Schools and kid friendly programs at the Sylva Community Pool.

Practical livability shows in Sylva’s mix of older homes near downtown, newer subdivisions on surrounding hills, and easy access to Waynesville and Bryson City. With varied price points and terrain, choosing the right neighborhood can feel complex. A knowledgeable local agent can explain microclimates, commute patterns, and resale trends so your move or sale in Sylva is smoother and less stressful. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with the right real estate professional to make that happen.

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“Jeff Lesley and his team were absolutely outstanding during our Wilmington listing and closing! Their energy, professionalism, and seamless communication kept everything moving effortlessly from start to finish. Jeff’s leadership, paired with the team’s responsiveness and expertise, made the entire experience smooth, stress‑free, and genuinely exciting. We felt supported every step of the way, and their dedication truly set them apart. We’re incredibly grateful for all they did — Jeff and his team are exceptional, and we highly recommend them!”

Jennifer · Wilmington, NC

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Century 21 Vanguard
“Bill Lumpp at Pink Flamingo Realty LLC was very helpful throughout the entire process of selling our parents' home. He gave suggestions for improvements we needed to do before listing the house, and for how to stage the home. He gave us the pros and cons for accepting an offer. My brother and I are not local to Nashville, and Bill was always available to answer our questions and to give information regarding issues. He helped us talk through "hiccups", and he put out little fires that occurred during the selling process. He helped us during a stressful (and sometimes emotional) process all the way to the closing day.”

Beth Ramsey · Nashville, NC

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Pink Flamingo Realty LLC
“Amazing time working with Katerina, Century 21 does real estate the right way!”

Lacy Williams · Charlotte, NC

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Century 21 Providence
“I couldn’t be happier with the experience of selling my home with Nichole! From day one, her professionalism and communication made the process completely stress-free. She guided my wife and I through every detail and negotiated a final sale price that exceeded our expectations. If you want a knowledgeable, proactive, and genuinely caring agent, look no further than her! She is the best there is!”

Javier Contreras Jr · Jacksonville, NC

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Century 21 Champion
“Once again Sonia and her husband came through for us. The first time when we bought our new home, this time when we sold the old home. They made the selling experience very easy. They worked very hard to get us showings and it happened very quickly. 10/10! Thank you guys for all your hard work.”

Marcus Abernathy · Burlington, NC

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Keller Williams Central
“thank u for everything and helping me along the way.”

Keondra Sturdivant · Albemarle, NC

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eXp Realty LLC
“We absolutely loved Mitzy! She was knowledgeable, incredibly nice, and down to Earth. My husband and I especially appreciated how accommodating she was to our schedules. She constantly advocated for us throughout and beyond closing which was really awesome for us first time homebuyers. I would HIGHLY suggest if this is your first time buying a home go with Mitzy!!”

Michela Brooks · Mount Holly, NC

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Century 21 Town and Country Realty
“Kevin and The Sold by Starkey Team were phenomenal! As first time homebuyers who had very little idea of the process, but had properties already in mind, Kevin was able to jump right in getting us information and putting offers in. Him and Autumn were involved in every step of the process, handling as much of the communication as they could and providing guidance in times of uncertainty, which took a lot of the stress off our shoulders. We will 100% be recommending them to everyone!”

Taylor · Raleigh, NC

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“Ava from Century 21 was absolutely fantastic to work with. She went above and beyond to help us find the right home and secure a great deal. For over two months, she patiently guided us through the process and never hesitated to travel up to an hour from her office so we could explore homes across the area. Her dedication, professionalism, and genuine care made all the difference. We’re truly grateful for her hard work and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a top‑tier realtor.”

Daniel Artis · New Bern, NC

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Century 21 The Realty Group
“Chris is a truly exceptional sales professional as well as an honest and reliable realtor. I have recommended him to neighbors . I appreciated his above and beyond service as much as his low stress and friendly manner .”

Angela · Wilmington, NC

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
“Anthony Love showed superior knowledge of the market and got me asking price for my home! He's one of the best agents that I've ever worked with and I will be using him again!”

Arbie · Jacksonville, NC

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Century 21 Champion Real Estate
“We are so glad that we found Anna Hurst! All thanks to your service, we might not have ever known about her.”

Betty Bornefeld N. · Newport, NC

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Bogue Banks Realty, Inc
“Our experience with Melissa was outstanding in all aspects and we appreciated her strong customer focus! She was exceptionally knowledgeable and provided great insight for our out of state move and home purchase. We would highly recommed Melissa without any hesitation what so ever!!”

Susan Burden · Garner, NC

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Century 21 Triangle Group
“Ms. Simpson truly is an exceptional agent, time and time again she has worked deligently on our behalf. Always a hard worker and a superb communicator, she has always shown her humble expertise and knowledge, a well versed subject matter expert. Above all, her patience and loyalty set the standard for our trust in her abilities to make the process work for all that is involved.”

Tony · Hubert, NC

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Berkshire Hathaway Hometown Realtors
“Kat was great to work with and looked after our interests thru the entire process. Highly recommend.”

C S Sheppard · Lancaster, SC

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Re/Max Executive
“Went thru a lot trying to sell my property,but even theu all the hassle Brody was patient and made it happen. HIGHLY recommend this fella if your in need of realtor thats gonna make it happen. All and all 10 out of 10 would use'm again!”

Chandler · Gaffney, SC

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eXp Realty
“Stephanie was an absolute pleasure to work with. She is very kind and knowledgeable about the current market trends and negotiation strategies. We felt very confident every step of the way.”

Ryan H. · Lillington, NC

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North Group Real Estate
“This was the easiest real estate transaction I've had, either as a seller or buyer. Vanessa Speight answered all of my questions quickly and knowledgebly. Her guidance helped me find the home that best suited my and my family's needs. Easy process for this out-of-state buyer, highly recommended agent. Thank you!”

Barbara · Holly Springs, NC

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RE/MAX REMAX ACHIEVEMENT
“Working with Pamela was an answer to our family's prayers. Selling a home can be a wild and stressful journey, especially when you are juggling a simultaneous purchase with shifting dates, but Pamela navigated all the twists and turns with ease and got our house sold in exactly 19 days! Her communication is top-notch, and she took so much of the burden off our plate, making a highly stressful situation feel easy and manageable despite the very tight deadlines. I've never met someone who cares about their craft with such a high level of professionalism, heart, and dedication. She completely shattered our expectations and delivered results far greater than I ever hoped for. 'Above and beyond' doesn't even begin to describe how impressed we are with her. Pamela is, without a doubt, the greatest realtor by a mile. If you need a listing agent, she is the one!”

Dexter Taylor · Clayton, NC

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Century 21 Triangle Group
“Jody was truly exceptional in every way! He was extremely responsive and resourceful. He was always providing very relevant and useful information. He is an excellent listener. This is critical, to me, for any professional agent to truly provide sound guidance. I would highly recommend Jody and his team to help you with your residential real estate needs.”

George Wiseman · Harrisburg, NC

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RE/MAX Leading Edge

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