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Off Market Dec 2020 for $640K

$910,228

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,954/mo

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53 Birdnest Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

About this home

Located at a cool 3600 feet in elevation, this beautifully constructed home has wood floors and ceilings gracing the main living area, a large stone gas fireplace and stunning short range mountain views that take your breath away as you enter the home. The open floor plan allows the chef to be part of the conversation and is perfect for entertaining. Stunning views can be enjoyed while you dine on the back deck. The master bedroom suite is located on the main level with walk in shower, jetted tub and double bowl vanities. The lower level offers a family room has a gas fireplace. Guest rooms are also located on this level. The lower level has a large deck with steps leading down to the yard. Subdivision has underground utilities and plenty of places to take a stroll. The lots on either side of this home are owned by owners of homes for privacy. Neighborhood is only minutes away to many gourmet and family style restaurants and boutique shops. Ownership comes with Sapphire Valley amenities including golf, tennis, private lake, fitness center, ski slope and much more. Call today for your private showing. It won't last long!

Single-familyProperty Type

2004Year Built

10,454 sq ftLot Size

Listed by Tina Cone • Keller Williams Great Smokies

Listed by Alan Cone • Keller Williams Great Smokies

Contact: 8287435122

Bought with Alan Cone • Keller Williams Great Smokies

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•Source:HCMLS #95032

Redfin Estimate

$910,228

$270K since sold in December 2020$24K since August

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This home's estimate is 39.4% higher than the average sale price ($653K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$660,000
A
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
867 Buckberry Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$657,000
B
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
163 Sourwood Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD APR 13, 2026
$565,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
1603 Black Oak Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$875,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
1455 Trays Island Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$580,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
68 Laurel Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$580,000
F
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
2178 Black Oak Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774

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$401,896

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$3,261/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

95.4%

+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

$739,000
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
341 Trays Island Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,100,000
5 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
253 Kestrel Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
$999,000
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
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Sale history for 53 Birdnest Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,112 (+56.5%)

$35,000 + $559,560

$594,560

2024

$1,349

$25,000 + $274,050

$299,050

2023

$1,349

$25,000 + $274,050

$299,050

2022

$1,349 (+7.0%)

$25,000 + $274,050

$299,050

2021

$1,262 (−1.1%)

$25,000 + $274,050

$299,050

2020

$1,276

$25,000 + $274,050

$299,050

2019

$1,276

$25,000 + $270,470

$295,470

2018

$1,276 (+2.4%)

$25,000 + $270,470

$295,470

2017

$1,246

$25,000 + $270,470

$295,470

2016

$1,246 (−4.6%)

$25,000 + $270,470

$295,470

2014

$1,306

$50,000 + $386,600

$436,600

Tax history for 53 Birdnest Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,112 (+56.5%)

$35,000 + $559,560

$594,560

2024

$1,349

$25,000 + $274,050

$299,050

2023

$1,349

$25,000 + $274,050

$299,050

2022

$1,349 (+7.0%)

$25,000 + $274,050

$299,050

2021

$1,262 (−1.1%)

$25,000 + $274,050

$299,050

2020

$1,276

$25,000 + $274,050

$299,050

2019

$1,276

$25,000 + $270,470

$295,470

2018

$1,276 (+2.4%)

$25,000 + $270,470

$295,470

2017

$1,246

$25,000 + $270,470

$295,470

2016

$1,246 (−4.6%)

$25,000 + $270,470

$295,470

2014

$1,306

$50,000 + $386,600

$436,600

*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

10,454 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,417

Year built

2003

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jackson County

APN

7592-75-3416

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Parking Lot

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

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

Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Stone

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Finished, Interior Entry

Exterior

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

Pool Information
Pool Features: Community

Building Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Slab

Property Features
Has View
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish

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

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 0.24
Lot Size Area: 0.24
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.24

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,275.63

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association

Location Information
Directions: From the crossroads of Hwys 64 & 107, head east on 64 into Sapphire Valley. Turn left onto Trays Island Road (turn for Sapphire National Golf Course). Follow and stay left where golf course turns off. At top of hill turn right into Eagle Ridge and stay right on Eagle Ridge Road to the second Kestrel Court on left. Take 1st Birdsnest Road on left. #53 is 1st home on right.
Subdivision Name: Holly Forest

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

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,417
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 7592-75-3416

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8287435122

Around this home

Schools

Blue Ridge School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 5.5mi

5/10

Blue Ridge Virtual Early College

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi

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 93° expected this year, 21 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

$865,000 – $1.05M

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Home values near 53 Birdnest Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4 Birdnest Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$692,806
30 Birdnest Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
21 Birdnest Road, Sapphire, NC 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$741,528
95 Birdnest Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1514 Sq. Ft.	$519,630

Address	Redfin Estimate
35 Birdnest Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—
51 Clawsfoot Court, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1943 Sq. Ft.	$668,755

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