Jackson County property record for 131 Hibiscus Dr, Sylva, NC 28779
| Property Type | Other Improved |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 2 ba · 2,152 sqft · built 1956 |
| Lot Size | 1 acres (43,560 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $295,000 (Jun 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $1,665 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jun 2021 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 7683-43-9374 |
| Primary APN | 7683-43-9374 |
|---|
| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 2,152 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,452 sqft |
| Basement Area | 700 sqft |
| Finished Basement | 700 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1956 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1976 |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Lot Area | 43,560 sqft (1 acres) |
| Garage Area | 576 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Heat Pump |
| Sewer | Septic |
| Street Address | 131 HIBISCUS DR |
|---|---|
| City | SYLVA |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 28779 |
| Property Category | Other |
| Property Type | Other > Other Improved |
| Legal Description | LT C6-C9 BALLOUGH |
| Legal Subdivision | SHELLEY AND MARK SCRIBBINS |
| Legal Lot Number | C6-C9 |
| Jurisdiction | JACKSON NC |
| Township / Civil Division | SCOTT CREEK |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1003 |
| Census Tract | 950200 |
131 Hibiscus Dr is owned by two individuals who bought it in June 2021.
Source: Jackson County records, as of October 13, 2026
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| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | PO BOX 57, BALSAM, NC 28707-0057 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jun 23, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jun 23, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 2305 / 1338 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Jun 22, 2018 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 2221001093 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | JACKSON NC |
| Recording Date | Jun 23, 2021 |
| Property Address | 131 HIBISCUS DR, SYLVA, NC 28779 |
| Document Number | 0023051338 |
| Book / Page | 2305 / 1338 |
| Map Reference | CAB 24 SL 865 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 22, 2021 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jul 7, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $590.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded by County |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 316, BALSAM, NC 28707-0316 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 3601 BENT TREE CT, WILMINGTON, NC 28405-8800 |
| Document Number | 23051341 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jun 23, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2305/1341 |
| Name | LOCAL GOVERNMENT FCU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Jul 1, 2051 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 3.15% |
| Type Change Date | Jul 1, 2026 |
| Change Frequency | 5 Years |
| Min Rate At Change | 3.75% |
| Max Rate At Change | 5.15% |
| Index | 5-Year CMT |
| Max Rate | 9.15% |
The 2025 property tax bill for 131 Hibiscus Dr was $1,665.
Source: Jackson County assessment roll, as of October 13, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Jackson County |
| Unified School District | Jackson County Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $438,207 Land $89,690 Building $348,517 | |
| 2025 | $1,665.00 | |
| 2023 | $1,108.00 | $291,780 Land $51,840 Building $239,940 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes and is not a market price estimate.
FEMA maps place 131 Hibiscus Dr in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective January 16, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 3 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 131 Hibiscus Dr is moderate, ranking above 40% of the US, with a 0.06% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 40% of the US · above 58% of North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.06% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | BALLOUGH HILLS private · serves 95 people · EPA ID NC0150102 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | May 2024 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | Lead service line inventory Oct 2024 |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 51 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
May also be available: T-Mobile.
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
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