OFF MARKET

Off market sep 2020 for $392K

$774,026

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $169/mo

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5490 Whitewater Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

About this home

Location is everything! The commute from this home is convenient to Cashiers/Highlands, but also to Brevard/Asheville and even South Carolina. One level living 3bed/2bath, mountain views, no association dues, privacy and room for all of your toys. There is also a large apartment over the garage that is currently being finished. Use this space as an income producing apartment or as a guest quarters. Save on utilities, both the home and the garage are hooked up to an outdoor wood burning furnace that heats and provides hot water. The home will automatically default back to electric if you aren't utilizing the wood burning furnace. The large back deck is great for entertaining and the perfect spot to enjoy a private view of the mountains.

Single-familyProperty Type

2006Year Built

2.2 acresLot Size

2 car garageParking

Listed by Michael Blaylock • Engel & Volkers Highlands Cashiers

Contact: 8287439900

Bought with Bonnie Sherman • Fisher Realty Sapphire/Toxaway

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•Source:HCMLS #92630

Redfin Estimate

$774,026

$381K since sold in September 2020$1,000 since September

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Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 5.3% lower than the average sale price ($817K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 15, 2026
$1,067,500
A
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
754 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC 28717
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$770,000
B
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
1506 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$925,000
C
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
160 Lady Slipper Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$919,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
40 Ivy Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$580,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
68 Laurel Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD OCT 30, 2025
$640,000
F
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
62 Plum Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

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$450,512

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$2,873/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

3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,349,000
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
149 Wild Fern Path, Sapphire, NC 28774
$3,490,000
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
31 Hidden Well Ln, Cashiers, NC 28717
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,050,000
3 beds5 baths— sq ft
496 Trays Island Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
$3,950,000
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
44 Hidden Well Ln, Cashiers, NC 28717
3D WALKTHROUGH
$779,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
380 Rock Creek Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,050,000
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
112 Lupton Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
$145,000
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
284 Scotch Highlands Loop, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$798,500
2 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
695 Trays Island Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$869,000
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
138 Elderberry Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
3D WALKTHROUGH
$674,000
3 beds3 baths2,665 sq ft
120 Holly Forest Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
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Sale history for 5490 Whitewater Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,130

$49,690 + $601,620

$651,310

2025

$3,130 (+16.8%)

$49,690 + $601,620

$651,310

2024

$2,678

$49,690 + $357,180

$406,870

2023

$2,678

$49,690 + $357,180

$406,870

2022

$2,678 (+0.8%)

$49,690 + $357,180

$406,870

2021

$2,658 (+17.3%)

$49,690 + $357,180

$406,870

2020

$2,266 (+0.8%)

$49,690 + $357,180

$406,870

2019

$2,248 (+94.3%)

$35,550 + $283,880

$319,430

2018

$1,157 (+1.1%)

$35,550 + $167,930

$203,480

2017

$1,145 (+0.3%)

$35,550 + $167,930

$203,480

2016

$1,141 (+7.5%)

$35,550 + $167,930

$203,480

2015

$1,061 (+0.9%)

$35,550 + $167,930

$203,480

2014

$1,052

Tax history for 5490 Whitewater Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,130

$49,690 + $601,620

$651,310

2025

$3,130 (+16.8%)

$49,690 + $601,620

$651,310

2024

$2,678

$49,690 + $357,180

$406,870

2023

$2,678

$49,690 + $357,180

$406,870

2022

$2,678 (+0.8%)

$49,690 + $357,180

$406,870

2021

$2,658 (+17.3%)

$49,690 + $357,180

$406,870

2020

$2,266 (+0.8%)

$49,690 + $357,180

$406,870

2019

$2,248 (+94.3%)

$35,550 + $283,880

$319,430

2018

$1,157 (+1.1%)

$35,550 + $167,930

$203,480

2017

$1,145 (+0.3%)

$35,550 + $167,930

$203,480

2016

$1,141 (+7.5%)

$35,550 + $167,930

$203,480

2015

$1,061 (+0.9%)

$35,550 + $167,930

$203,480

2014

$1,052

*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

3.57 Acres

Year renovated

2006

Sq. Ft.

1,738

Year built

2006

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Transylvania County

APN

8500-01-9355-000

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: Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gravel

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

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

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Furnished: Negotiable
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Fireplace Features: None

Room Information
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

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

Building Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block

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: Cleared, Level, Wooded
Lot Size : 2.2
Lot Size Area: 2.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 2.2

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,248.44

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

Location Information
Directions: From Sapphire take US-64 E, Turn right onto Lower Whitewater Rd/NC-281. Continue to follow NC-281 for 5.5 miles. Home will be on right and will be marked with 5490 on the mailbox, gravel driveway.
Subdivision Name: None

Community Information
Community Features: None

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,738
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2006
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Transylvania County
APN: 8500-01-9355-000

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8287439900

Around this home

Schools

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

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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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 101° expected this year, 18 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

$736,000 – $891,000

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Home values near 5490 Whitewater Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5300 Whitewater Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1620 Sq. Ft.	$518,525
183 Hemlock Lane, Sapphire, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 576 Sq. Ft.	$202,347

Address	Redfin Estimate
5544 Whitewater Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2952 Sq. Ft.	$756,133
108 Whitewater Church Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$472,291

Address	Redfin Estimate
5808 Whitewater Road, Sapphire, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1188 Sq. Ft.	$501,631
270 Whitewater Church Road, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—

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