28779 — Sylva, NC Home Values
Typical home value $335,455 as of June 2026 · 7th of 10 in Cullowhee, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28779, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28779 compares in the Cullowhee, NC area
ZIP code 28779 (Sylva, NC) has a typical home value of $335,455 as of June 2026, ranking 7th of 10 ZIP codes tracked in the Cullowhee, NC area, more expensive than about 40% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -0.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +32.6%, from $252,954 in June 2021 to $335,455 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 17.1× the annual rent ($1,638/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Cullowhee, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Cullowhee.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28779 has a population of 17,845, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 87.9% White, 4.1% two or more races, 4% Hispanic or Latino, 1.7% American Indian or Alaska Native, 1.3% Asian, 0.8% Black or African American, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Co Early College | 404 College Drive, Sylva, NC | 0.5 mi |
| Smoky Mountain High School | 100 Smoky Mountain Drive, Sylva, NC | 0.6 mi |
| Catamount School | 100 Smoky Mountain Dr, Sylva, NC | 0.7 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 28779?
$335,455 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28779 an expensive ZIP code in the Cullowhee, NC area?
28779 ranks 7th of 10 ZIP codes in the Cullowhee, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 40% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28779 changed over the past year?
-0.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 28779?
The typical home price is 17.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,638/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 28779?
17,845, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28779?
Jackson Co Early College (0.5 mi), Smoky Mountain High School (0.6 mi), Catamount School (0.7 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 28779?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Cullowhee, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.