OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2025 for $685K

$771,443

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,520/mo

•

—

sq ft

291 Upper Whitewater Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

About this home

Nestled on an expansive, private lot in the desirable Burlingame community, this delightful home offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience—just a short distance from the clubhouse and premier amenities. The main level features an open, light-filled floor plan with a cozy gas fireplace, ideal for both relaxed living and entertaining. Step outside to enjoy the open deck or unwind in the screened porch, both easily accessible from the main living area or enjoy evenings by the firepit. The primary and guest bedroom are conveniently located on the main level, along with a beautifully updated kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances and a functional laundry closet. Downstairs, a spacious and flexible bonus area awaits—perfect as a guest suite, home office, media room, or additional living space. With its own full bathroom and dedicated workshop, this level offers endless possibilities to suit your lifestyle. No steep driveways here, there is access from two roads and a two car garage to provide ample parking space. With some updates, this home could shine while adding instant equity. Burlingame Country Club membership is by invitation only and not required for ownership, making this home an excellent option for a seasonal getaway, full-time residence, or investment opportunity.

Single-familyProperty Type

1985Year Built

0.87 acresLot Size

2 car garageParking

Listed by Sarah Jennings • Cashiers Valley Real Estate LLC

Listed by Thomas Platt • Cashiers Valley Real Estate LLC

Bought with Rick Jackson • Silver Creek Real Estate Group - LG

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:HCMLS #1001191

Redfin Estimate

$771,443

$86K since sold in September 2025$11K since August

Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 33.8% lower than the average sale price ($1.17M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 13, 2026
$815,000
A
2 beds3 baths— sq ft
2057 Black Oak Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$1,200,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
22 The Pinnacle, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$698,500
C
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
2092 West Christy Trl, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$760,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
199 Staircase Falls Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$2,500,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths3,442 sq ft
572 N East Shore Dr, Lake Toxaway, NC 28747
SOLD DEC 19, 2025
$1,022,500
F
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
122 Azalea Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

Claim this home to receive a free report every month with insights on the changing estimate.

Earn from this home

Sell

$187,077

Est. take-home

List your home with Redfin and save $7,714

Refinance

Est. cash available

Get cash now or lower your monthly rate

Rent

$3,064/mo

Redfin rental estimate

List your home for rent

Market trends in 28774, NC

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

95.4%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$745K

$30K MoM

Avg. days on market

104d

29 days MoM

Recently sold homes

6 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 11 HRS AGO
$1,100,000
5 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
253 Kestrel Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
NEW 1 DAY AGO
$1,100,000
3 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
313 Boiling Springs Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$389,999
1 bed2 baths576 sq ft
200 River Run, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$749,000
2 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
53 Creekside Village Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
$157,500
1 bed1.5 baths— sq ft
96 Dogwood Knob Unit 24-2C, Sapphire, NC 28774
$5,950,000
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
263 Flagstone Rd, Cashiers, NC 28717
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,798,000
4 beds4 baths— sq ft
2974 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
$1,250,000
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
203 Cucumber Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$499,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
150 Racquet Club Villas Dr Unit A, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$874,900
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
66 Bald Eagle Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
See all

Provided by Redfin

Sale history for 291 Upper Whitewater Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #1001191

Sep 8, 2025

Sold

$685,000

Aug 6, 2025

Pending

—

Jul 21, 2025

Contingent

—

Jul 15, 2025

Price Changed

$699,000

Jun 12, 2025

Listed

$715,000

HCMLS #92484

Aug 31, 2020

Sold

$308,000

Nov 21, 2019

Listed

$330,000

+13

This charming split level home has a two bedroom septic but has plenty of space for a third en-suite with large walk in closet, living room, bath, covered porch of sliding glass doors and an outside entrance. Perfect for guests! Master suite has large walk in closet and soaking tub and separate shower with double vanity. Private screened in porch plus large balcony. Great room with cathedral ceilings and stone fireplace and large windows overlooking the heavily treed yard. Remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops. Two car garage with opener. Plenty of parking! The wooded private home site . 87 acre in Burlingame. Only 8 miles to Ingles in Cashiers. The updated kitchen has newer cabinets. Floor to ceiling stone fireplace. The entire rear of home has windows looking at forest. No rear neighbors. Grilling deck. Mature landscaping with hydrangea, mountain laurel, ferns and moss. No lawn maintenance with natural vegetation. Plenty of hiking or golf cart ride to Miller Park, Pedigree dog park, Horsepasture river and trails. Home set back from the road. Double car garage attached to home. Inside laundry room. Burlingame Country club is optional. Neighborhood park on the Horsepasture River with Miller Falls, beach area, swimming hole, fire pit, BBQ, pavilion, playground, volleyball, horseshoes and restrooms. Try the 2 hour Horsepasture River tubing float with put in and take out right in the neighborhood. There is a gated entrance across from Gorges State Park on 281 or the main entrance on HWY 64. You will fall in love with this well priced home and the security patrolled upscale neighborhood of Burlingame!

Public Records

Jan 26, 2011

Sold

$250,000

Public Records

Mar 1, 2006

Sold

$245,000

Public Records

Dec 1, 1994

Sold

$180,000

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,081

$45,000 + $596,210

$641,210

2025

$3,081 (+53.2%)

$45,000 + $596,210

$641,210

2024

$2,011

$40,000 + $265,540

$305,540

2023

$2,011

$40,000 + $265,540

$305,540

2022

$2,011 (+0.8%)

$40,000 + $265,540

$305,540

2021

$1,996 (+14.8%)

$40,000 + $265,540

$305,540

2020

$1,739 (+0.7%)

$40,000 + $265,540

$305,540

2019

$1,727 (+22.2%)

$40,000 + $209,900

$249,900

2018

$1,413 (+1.2%)

$40,000 + $209,900

$249,900

2017

$1,397 (+0.4%)

$40,000 + $209,900

$249,900

2016

$1,391 (−21.7%)

$40,000 + $209,900

$249,900

2015

$1,776 (+0.2%)

$40,000 + $209,900

$249,900

2014

$1,773

Tax history for 291 Upper Whitewater Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,081

$45,000 + $596,210

$641,210

2025

$3,081 (+53.2%)

$45,000 + $596,210

$641,210

2024

$2,011

$40,000 + $265,540

$305,540

2023

$2,011

$40,000 + $265,540

$305,540

2022

$2,011 (+0.8%)

$40,000 + $265,540

$305,540

2021

$1,996 (+14.8%)

$40,000 + $265,540

$305,540

2020

$1,739 (+0.7%)

$40,000 + $265,540

$305,540

2019

$1,727 (+22.2%)

$40,000 + $209,900

$249,900

2018

$1,413 (+1.2%)

$40,000 + $209,900

$249,900

2017

$1,397 (+0.4%)

$40,000 + $209,900

$249,900

2016

$1,391 (−21.7%)

$40,000 + $209,900

$249,900

2015

$1,776 (+0.2%)

$40,000 + $209,900

$249,900

2014

$1,773

*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

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.87 Acres

Year renovated

2005

Sq. Ft.

2,832

Year built

1985

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Transylvania County

APN

8501-99-2891-000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 4, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Ductless

Interior Features
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Simulated Wood, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Concrete

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Screened, Side Porch
Roof: Asphalt

Building Information
Levels: Two

Property Features
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Structures: Workshop

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 : 0.87
Lot Size Area: 0.87
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.87
Zoning Description: Residential

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,011.37

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $2,400
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $200

Location Information
Directions: From the Cashiers Crossroads, take Hwy 64E toward Sapphire for 8.5 miles. Turn right on Upper Whitewater (just past Dollar General). Go .2 miles and 291 will be on your left.
Subdivision Name: Burlingame

Community Information
Community Features: Lake, Park

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,832
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Transylvania County
APN: 8501-99-2891-000

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors

Around this home

Schools

We couldn't find any schools that service this home or are within 5 miles of this home.

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

2/10 Heat Factor

9 days above 95° expected this year, 23 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

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Sapphire, NC • 28774

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 4.7 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

8.7 hrs

4.7 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Estimated sale price

$733,000 – $888,000

Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $7,714 in fees. 3 minutes to get started.

Get a free, detailed breakdown of how we calculated your estimate.

Nearby similar homes

NEW 11 HRS AGO3D WALKTHROUGH

$1,100,000

5 beds3.5 baths— sq ft

253 Kestrel Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

$859,000

3 beds4 baths— sq ft

892 Buckberry Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774

3D WALKTHROUGH

$649,000

3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft

60 Pine Cone Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

3D WALKTHROUGH

$749,500

4 beds3 baths— sq ft

222 High Rock Vis, Sapphire, NC 28774

$832,500

5 beds3 baths— sq ft

110 Toxaway Ln, Sapphire, NC 28774

$949,000

3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft

102 Sunrise Ridge Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

New listings for sale in 28774

NEW 11 HRS AGO3D WALKTHROUGH

$1,100,000

5 beds3.5 baths— sq ft

253 Kestrel Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

NEW 1 DAY AGO

$1,100,000

3 beds4.5 baths— sq ft

313 Boiling Springs Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

FOR SALE BY OWNER

$389,999

1 bed2 baths576 sq ft

200 River Run, Sapphire, NC 28774

3D WALKTHROUGH

$749,000

2 beds2.5 baths— sq ft

53 Creekside Village Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

$157,500

1 bed1.5 baths— sq ft

96 Dogwood Knob Unit 24-2C, Sapphire, NC 28774

$5,950,000

4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft

263 Flagstone Rd, Cashiers, NC 28717

3D WALKTHROUGH

$1,798,000

4 beds4 baths— sq ft

2974 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

$1,250,000

3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft

203 Cucumber Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

3D WALKTHROUGH

$499,000

2 beds2 baths— sq ft

150 Racquet Club Villas Dr Unit A, Sapphire, NC 28774

Home values near 291 Upper Whitewater Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
222 Upper Whitewater Rd, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$770,672
251 Upper Whitewater Rd, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1855 Sq. Ft.	$686,740

Address	Redfin Estimate
233 Upper Whitewater Rd, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2756 Sq. Ft.	$908,683
222 Upper Whitewater Rd Apt 4B, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2340 Sq. Ft.	$821,346

Address	Redfin Estimate
266 Upper Whitewater Rd Apt 218, Sapphire, NC 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,270,860
205 Upper Whitewater Rd, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2081 Sq. Ft.	$1,106,917

Property information provided by HCMLS when last listed in 2025. This data may not match . Learn more.

Download the Redfin App on the Apple App Store

Download the Redfin App from the Google Play Store

Join us

Become an Agent

Get referrals

Careers

Find homes faster

About us

Find us

Subsidiaries

Affiliated Business

Countries

United States

Canada

Updated September 2025: By searching, you agree to the Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.

Do not sell or share my personal information.

REDFIN and all REDFIN variants, WALK SCORE, and the R logos, are trademarks of Redfin Corporation, registered or pending in the USPTO.

California DRE #01521930

Redfin is licensed to do business in New York as Redfin Real Estate. NY Standard Operating Procedures

New Mexico Real Estate Licenses

TREC: Info About Brokerage Services, Consumer Protection Notice

All mortgage lending products and information are provided by Rocket Mortgage, LLC | NMLS #3030; www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org. Licensed in 50 states. This site is not authorized by the New York State Department of Financial Services for mortgage solicitation or loan applications activities related to properties located in the State of New York.

Redfin Corporation is an affiliated business of Rocket Limited Partnership. Each company, and their subsidiaries, are separate legal entities operated and managed through its own management and governance structures.

If you are using a screen reader, or having trouble reading this website, please call Redfin Customer Support for help at 1-844-759-7732.

REDFIN IS COMMITTED TO AND ABIDES BY THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT. READ REDFIN'S FAIR HOUSING POLICY AND THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR HOUSING NOTICE.

GreatSchools Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org.

Houses for rent in Transylvania County	Agents near me	Asheville, NC homes for sale	Transylvania County Housing Market
Houses for sale near me	Charlotte, NC homes for sale	Apex, NC homes for sale
Land for sale near me	Raleigh, NC homes for sale	Greensboro, NC homes for sale
Open Houses near me	Cary, NC homes for sale	Transylvania County Property Records
Condos for sale near me	Durham, NC homes for sale	NC New Listings

Anderson County homes for sale
Greenville County homes for sale
Sevier County homes for sale

Mills River homes for sale
Etowah homes for sale
Brevard homes for sale

About this home

Redfin Estimate

Earn from this home

Market trends in 28774, NC

Sale history for 291 Upper Whitewater Rd

Tax history for 291 Upper Whitewater Rd

Public record

Property details

Around this home

Schools

Lifestyle

Climate risks

Historical weather

Sun exposure

Nearby similar homes

New listings for sale in 28774

Home values near 291 Upper Whitewater Rd

More real estate resources