2556 Upper Whitewater Rd, Sapphire, NC 28874

Off market may 2018 for $350K

$798,553

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,352/mo

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2556 Upper Whitewater Rd, Sapphire, NC 28874

About this home

Great all on 1 floor home in desirable Whisper Lake. Like new home (Built in 2016) with views of Hogback and Bald Rock. Nice open floor plan with lots of natural lighting. Stone floor to ceiling fireplace in living room with good size dining area. Kitchen has a large island and granite counter tops. Appliances include: Range/oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher . Master with garden tub, double sinks , granite counter tops and large walk in closet. Beautiful wide panel Wood flooring and tile floors. Lower level has wooden platform for storage. Large covered deck with fireplace for those cool mountain evenings. Hardi plank exterior. Whisper Lake and Sapphire Valley Master Amenities. Hurry!!! This wont last long at this price.

Single-familyProperty Type

2016Year Built

0.8 acresLot Size

Listed by Dorothy Swearingen • NCMountainLife.com

Contact: 8285533391

Bought with Ray Trine • Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.

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•Source:HCMLS #87797

Redfin Estimate

$798,553

$449K since sold in May 2018$16K since September

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This home's estimate is 0.2% lower than the average sale price ($800K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$730,000
A
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
15 Spruce Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$949,500
B
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
165 Hawthorn Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$580,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
68 Laurel Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$980,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
2707 Upper Whitewater Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD MAR 30, 2026
$635,265
E
3 beds2 baths1,620 sq ft
1600 Black Oak Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$925,000
F
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
160 Lady Slipper Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

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$2,874/mo

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Market trends in 28774, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

95.5%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$730K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

103d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

14 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 29 HRS AGO
$449,000
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
307 Overlook Rd #9, Sapphire, NC 28774
$374,000
2 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
43 Kiwi Ln #12, Sapphire, NC 28774
$2,250,000
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
1997 Chimney Top Trl, Cashiers, NC 28717
$2,625,000
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
240 Whitewater Ridge Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
$3,490,000
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
31 Hidden Well Ln, Cashiers, NC 28717
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Sale history for 2556 Upper Whitewater Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #87797

May 21, 2018

Sold

$350,000

Mar 17, 2018

Listed

$359,000

HCMLS #82308

Aug 2, 2016

Sold

$320,000

Jul 16, 2015

Listed

$339,000

This brand new home can be ready in 4 weeks so you be here this season to enjoy the cool mountain air. The finished home pictures are from a previous home to show the finished product. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath cabin is being built by one of the area's leading builders, McCune Development. All one level living with wood floors throughout & beautiful tile in both bathrooms. Home features open spacious great room, dining area with shiplap walls & wood floors & a large kitchen with granite, stainless steel appliances & pantry. The laundry room is located off the kitchen. Enjoy outdoor living & the cool mountain air from the rocking chair front porch or the large covered deck with fireplace. Home has a good mountain view during the summer that opens up to a great view all winter. . Walk to the common area lake where you can keep your canoe or picnic in the shade. This subdivision also has access to the Horsepasture River for fly fishing. This is a great price for brand new home. Ownership in this community comes with the amenities of Sapphire Valley including golf, tennis, fitness center, community center with lots of activities, ski slopes & more. Don't wait! Schedule your private showing today.

Public Records

Dec 2, 2005

Sold

$270,000

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,184

$50,000 + $612,680

$662,680

2025

$3,184 (+37.4%)

$50,000 + $612,680

$662,680

2024

$2,317

$50,000 + $302,030

$352,030

2023

$2,317

$50,000 + $302,030

$352,030

2022

$2,317 (+0.8%)

$50,000 + $302,030

$352,030

2021

$2,300 (+3.4%)

$50,000 + $302,030

$352,030

2020

$2,224 (+0.7%)

$50,000 + $302,030

$352,030

2019

$2,208 (+53.4%)

$35,000 + $284,520

$319,520

2018

$1,439 (+1.2%)

$35,000 + $219,520

$254,520

2017

$1,423 (+161.5%)

$35,000 + $219,520

$254,520

2016

$544 (+220.0%)

$35,000 + $219,520

$254,520

2015

$170 (+0.6%)

$35,000 + $177,720

$212,720

2014

$169

Tax history for 2556 Upper Whitewater Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,184

$50,000 + $612,680

$662,680

2025

$3,184 (+37.4%)

$50,000 + $612,680

$662,680

2024

$2,317

$50,000 + $302,030

$352,030

2023

$2,317

$50,000 + $302,030

$352,030

2022

$2,317 (+0.8%)

$50,000 + $302,030

$352,030

2021

$2,300 (+3.4%)

$50,000 + $302,030

$352,030

2020

$2,224 (+0.7%)

$50,000 + $302,030

$352,030

2019

$2,208 (+53.4%)

$35,000 + $284,520

$319,520

2018

$1,439 (+1.2%)

$35,000 + $219,520

$254,520

2017

$1,423 (+161.5%)

$35,000 + $219,520

$254,520

2016

$544 (+220.0%)

$35,000 + $219,520

$254,520

2015

$170 (+0.6%)

$35,000 + $177,720

$212,720

2014

$169

*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

2.5

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.63 Acres

Year renovated

2015

Sq. Ft.

1,828

Year built

2015

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Transylvania County

APN

8501-18-3083-000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 4, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Paved, Parking Lot

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Outside, Wood Burning

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Unfinished

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Barbecue
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Deck, Front Porch, Porch
Roof: Shingle

Pool Information
Pool Features: Community

Building Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement

Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s)

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

Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size : 0.8
Lot Size Area: 0.8
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.8

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,422.52

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association

Location Information
Directions: From the Cashiers Crossroads, take Hwy 64 east about 4.5 miles to right onto Sapphire Post Office Road. Follow road and go over one lane bridge (which goes over the Horsepasture RIver), you will be in Whisper Lake Subdivision. At the stop sign turn right onto Upper Whitewater Road. Home is on the right # 2556.
Subdivision Name: Whisper Lake

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,828
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2015
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Transylvania County
APN: 8501-18-3083-000

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285533391

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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 97° expected this year, 20 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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Sapphire, NC • 28874

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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

$759,000 – $919,000

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Home values near 2556 Upper Whitewater Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2536 Upper Whitewater Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1990 Sq. Ft.	$767,223
2601 Upper Whitewater Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1686 Sq. Ft.	$741,160

Address	Redfin Estimate
2520 Upper Whitewater Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$699,868
2592 Upper Whitewater Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$904,383

Address	Redfin Estimate
2573 Upper Whitewater Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1754 Sq. Ft.	$619,440
2726 Upper Whitewater Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$769,426

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