Off Market Jul 2016 for $475K

$1,366,730

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,043/mo

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1228 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

About this home

Adorable mountain home - rustic and ready for you to move in. At just about 3,700 feet, this is the perfect elevation for fabulous views yet convenient to town and amenities. This 2-story log home has been immaculately maintained and provides outstanding southwesterly long-range mountain views. Master suite and laundry on main level with two full suites on the upper level. Owners recently added garage, carport and covered walkway. There is an extensive and partially covered back deck for outside living and three sets of doors leading to the deck (from the dining area, the family room and the master). Excellent water from shared well. Property is part of Sapphire High community and comes with all Sapphire Valley amenities. Close to Panthertown trails for some of the best hiking in Western North Carolina. Take the virtual tour today and get a feel for the interior of this cute as a button home as well as seasonal views. There is easy access on paved roads and no steep driveway. Seller offering $5,000 credit at closing to use towards new kitchen appliances or whatever you choose.

Single-familyProperty Type

2000Year Built

2 acresLot Size

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Carol Wilson • Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen, Cashiers

Contact: 8287430510

Bought with Lesley Howard • Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen, Cashiers

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•Source:HCMLS #80301

Redfin Estimate

$1,366,730

$892K since sold in July 2016$7,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 60% higher than the average sale price ($854K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$775,000
A
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
144 Ladyslipper Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$1,300,000
B
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
1778 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD APR 14, 2026
$705,000
C
3 beds4 baths— sq ft
576 Blackberry Trl, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$657,000
D
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
163 Sourwood Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$919,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
40 Ivy Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$770,000
F
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
1506 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

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$989,195

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$4,004/mo

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Market trends in 28774, NC

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

95.3%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$815K

$181 MoM

Avg. days on market

75d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 3 HRS AGO
$499,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
150 Racquet Club Villas Dr Unit A, Sapphire, NC 28774
NEW 23 HRS AGO
$962,500
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
66 Bald Eagle Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,350,000
4 beds5 baths— sq ft
420 Gold Creek Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,550,000
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
90 Stonecreek Xing, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$169,000
1 bed1.5 baths— sq ft
98 Dogwood Knob Unit 25-1C, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$269,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
98 Dogwood Knob Unit 25-2B, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$374,500
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
1752 Black Oak Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
$143,000
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
256 Scotch Highlands Loop, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$499,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
104 Whisper Winds Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
$450,000
3 beds3 baths1,280 sq ft
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Sale history for 1228 Tower Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,033 (+43.3%)

$300,000 + $869,227

$1,169,227

2024

$2,814

$200,000 + $456,880

$656,880

2023

$2,814

$200,000 + $456,880

$656,880

2022

$2,814 (+6.0%)

$200,000 + $456,880

$656,880

2021

$2,655 (−2.8%)

$200,000 + $456,880

$656,880

2020

$2,730

$200,000 + $456,880

$656,880

2019

$2,730

$200,000 + $456,140

$656,140

2018

$2,730 (+11.2%)

$200,000 + $456,140

$656,140

2017

$2,455

$200,000 + $402,780

$602,780

2016

$2,454 (+10.7%)

$200,000 + $402,780

$602,780

2014

$2,217

$91,800 + $670,000

$761,800

Tax history for 1228 Tower Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,033 (+43.3%)

$300,000 + $869,227

$1,169,227

2024

$2,814

$200,000 + $456,880

$656,880

2023

$2,814

$200,000 + $456,880

$656,880

2022

$2,814 (+6.0%)

$200,000 + $456,880

$656,880

2021

$2,655 (−2.8%)

$200,000 + $456,880

$656,880

2020

$2,730

$200,000 + $456,880

$656,880

2019

$2,730

$200,000 + $456,140

$656,140

2018

$2,730 (+11.2%)

$200,000 + $456,140

$656,140

2017

$2,455

$200,000 + $402,780

$602,780

2016

$2,454 (+10.7%)

$200,000 + $402,780

$602,780

2014

$2,217

$91,800 + $670,000

$761,800

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,862

Year built

2000

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jackson County

APN

8502-25-5906

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Apr 24, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Garage, Gravel

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Other, See Remarks

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Ventless

Room Information
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Other, Porch
Roof: Metal

Pool Information
Pool Features: Community

Building Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Log
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier

Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Security System

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Steep Slope, Wooded
Lot Size : 2
Lot Size Area: 2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 2

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,354.16

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Shared Well
Utilities: Other, See Remarks
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association

Location Information
Directions: From the Crossroads, head East on US64 to Holly Forest 4 entrance on left - Tower Road (sign indicates Falcon Ridge, Five Stone). Stay on Tower road for 1.2 miles to home with blue metal roof on right.
Subdivision Name: Sapphire High

Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Lake, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Golf

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,862
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 8502-25-5906

Home facts updated by county records on Apr 24, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8287430510

Around this home

Schools

Blue Ridge School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 6.4mi

5/10

Blue Ridge Virtual Early College

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 6.4mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Sapphire, NC • 28774

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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.30M – $1.57M

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Home values near 1228 Tower Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1424 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$907,498
1251 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,617,986

Address	Redfin Estimate
1350 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2870 Sq. Ft.	$1,395,214
1220 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3014 Sq. Ft.	$1,134,770

Address	Redfin Estimate
1382 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—
1310 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,822,801

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