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    522 N River Road Sylva, NC 28779

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    For Sale
    $895,000

    COMMERCIAL - Sylva, NC

    Property size:
    1,008 SF
    Lot size:
    1.67 Acres
    Added:
    Feb 3, 2026
    Days on Market:
    62
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 6 at 5:06 pm

    Property Features for 522 N River Road

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Bathrooms
    2
    Rooms
    Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1
    Parking features
    Off Street
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    7631444029
    Size
    1,008 SF
    Lot size
    1.67 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Annual Amount
    2063

    Utilities

    Utilities
    Phone Available
    Heating system
    Wall Furnace, Forced Air
    Cooling system
    Ductless

    Building Details

    Year built
    2024
    Floors in Building
    1
    Flooring type
    Hardwood, Vinyl
    Building materials
    Frame, Concrete
    Roof type
    Wood

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    Listing Contact
    Charles E. Winchester

    Listing agent Charles E. Winchester

    Listing office WINCHESTER REALTY OF NC, LLC 2590 Hwy. 19 S, Whittier, NC

    Listing date Feb 3, 2026

    MLS# 26042974

    Copyright © 2026 Carolina Smokies Association of Realtors. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    Overview

    Riverside Commercial Property in Sylva

    This commercial property in Sylva, North Carolina, offers over 400 feet of river frontage and includes 522 and 524 N River Road, encompassing the section of Yellow Bird Branch. The 1.67-acre property is suitable for multiple uses, including a lodge, restaurant, rafting company, multi-dwelling buildings, cabins, or park models. The site has no zoning restrictions and features underground power (4) and cable, along with 4 water meter taps and 4 high-speed internet connections. A log cabin tiny home is currently generating $3,750 monthly on a mid-term lease. The property offers opportunities to observe wildlife, including eagles, river otters, geese, ducks, and various wild birds, in addition to the 400 ft. of river trout waters. The property is ready for development with TWSA. Personal property can be removed in conjunction with property conveyance. The property includes 1008 square feet of space.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Waterfront Land

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Building Supply Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Hotel & Motel Gym & Fitness Center Pharmacy Department Store Skin Care Clinic Food Market

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Sylva
    County
    Jackson
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -83.2463914
    Latitude
    35.3630228

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Restaurant - Commercial property with over 400 feet of river frontage.
    Where is this restaurant located?
    The property is located at 522 N River Road Sylva, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $895,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Over 400 feet of river frontage on Yellow Bird Branch.; No zoning restrictions, allowing for multiple uses.; Existing income‑generating Log Cabin Tiny Home with $3,750 monthly revenue.
    (828) 276-6326
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    Charles E. Winchester
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    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
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    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

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    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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