SOLD DEC 8, 2025

Off market dec 2025 for $699K

$747,158

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,203/mo

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735 Trays Island Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

About this home

Located in the desirable Sapphire Valley, just under 3 miles from the Sapphire Master Resort and 5 miles from the charming village of Cashiers, NC. This exceptional mountain-view home offers a serene and scenic retreat. Enjoy an unobstructed view of Chimney Top mountain and beautiful sunsets. The dramatic back windows of the home fills the space with natural light and offers breathtaking all season views of the mountains. The living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace, complemented by warm wood ceilings and walls that enhance the home's inviting ambiance. Owner and Guest bedrooms are on the main floor. Upstairs Bonus room are set up with a queen size bed and bunkbeds for children in adjacent room. Meticulously maintained, the home boasts numerous updates, including fresh exterior paint, replaced deck railings and decking boards, oversized gutters. Additional improvements include a new HVAC system (2019/2020) and a replaced hot water heater. A workshop/storage area is conveniently located in the crawl space. Homeownership includes access to the Sapphire Valley Resort amenities, such as golf, tennis, fitness center, community center with year-round activities, ski slopes, and more. Offering the perfect blend of relaxation and recreation. House is also perfect as a rental for income.

Single-familyProperty Type

1999Year Built

1.18 acresLot Size

1 car garageParking

Listed by Mark Dreyer • Sapphire Mountain Realty

Bought with Mark Dreyer • Sapphire Mountain Realty

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•Source:HCMLS #1001331

Redfin Estimate

$747,158

$48K since sold in December 2025$1,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 4.7% lower than the average sale price ($784K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$1,175,000
A
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
453 Eagle Rdg, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$925,000
B
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
160 Lady Slipper Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD DEC 29, 2025
$566,895
C
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
68 Elderberry Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD APR 29, 2026
$765,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,070 sq ft
557 Country Club Estates Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$775,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths1,947 sq ft
144 Ladyslipper Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$499,000
F
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
1917 West Christy Trl, Sapphire, NC 28774

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Market trends in 28774, NC

Last updated October 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

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3D WALKTHROUGH
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Sale history for 735 Trays Island Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #1001331

Dec 8, 2025

Sold

$699,000

Nov 23, 2025

Pending

—

Oct 20, 2025

Contingent

—

Sep 24, 2025

Price Changed

$734,500

Jul 10, 2025

Relisted

—

Jul 10, 2025

Price Changed

$749,000

Jul 1, 2025

Delisted

—

Jun 30, 2025

Listed

$750,000

HCMLS #101125

Dec 9, 2022

Sold

$585,000

Oct 28, 2022

Listed

$595,000

+41

Located in Sapphire Valley less than 5 miles from the village of Cashiers, NC sits this exceptional view home. The wall of windows at the back of the home lets in the natural light and makes you feel like you can reach out and touch the mountains. The great room features a wood-burning fireplace to cozy up to on a cool mountain evening and the wood ceilings and walls add warmth to the home. The home has been very well maintained with new exterior paint, replaced deck railings and decking boards, added oversized gutters, and the home's roof was replaced in 2018. A new HVAC was also installed in 2019/2020 and hot water heater has been replaced. There is a workshop/storage area in the crawl space. Ownership in this community comes with the amenities of Sapphire Valley including golf, tennis, a fitness center, a community center with lots of activities, ski slopes, and more.

HCMLS #85313

Apr 21, 2017

Sold

$295,000

Feb 28, 2017

Listed

$315,000

Located in Sapphire Valley less than 5 miles from the village of Cashiers, NC sit this exceptional view home. Home offers 2 bedrooms with a large master suite loft that could be enclosed. The wall of windows on the back of the home lets in the natural light and makes you feel like you could reach out and touch the mountains. The great room features a wood burning fireplace to cozy up to on a cool mountain evening and the wood ceilings and walls add warmth to the home. There is a workshop/storage area in crawl space. Home has a home warranty paid for by the seller. Ownership in this community comes with the amenities of Sapphire Valley including golf, tennis, fitness center, community center with lots of activities, ski slopes and more. There are plenty of family style and gourmet restaurants in Sapphire Valley or drive a few miles up the road to the village of Cashiers, NC where you will find a well appointed grocery store, boutique shops and plenty more restaurants. Call today to schedule your private showing but don't wait. .. this home won't last at this price!

Public Records

Aug 25, 1999

Sold

$38,000

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,252 (−2.3%)

$73,000 + $579,346

$652,346

2025

$2,305 (+34.9%)

$73,000 + $579,346

$652,346

2023

$1,709 (+5.9%)

$60,000 + $326,810

$386,810

2022

$1,614 (+6.7%)

$60,000 + $303,590

$363,590

2021

$1,513 (−2.3%)

$60,000 + $303,590

$363,590

2020

$1,548

$60,000 + $303,590

$363,590

2019

$1,548

$80,000 + $283,070

$363,070

2018

$1,548 (+2.4%)

$80,000 + $283,070

$363,070

2017

$1,512

$80,000 + $283,070

$363,070

2016

$1,511 (+20.9%)

$80,000 + $283,070

$363,070

2014

$1,250

$85,000 + $331,580

$416,580

Tax history for 735 Trays Island Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,252 (−2.3%)

$73,000 + $579,346

$652,346

2025

$2,305 (+34.9%)

$73,000 + $579,346

$652,346

2023

$1,709 (+5.9%)

$60,000 + $326,810

$386,810

2022

$1,614 (+6.7%)

$60,000 + $303,590

$363,590

2021

$1,513 (−2.3%)

$60,000 + $303,590

$363,590

2020

$1,548

$60,000 + $303,590

$363,590

2019

$1,548

$80,000 + $283,070

$363,070

2018

$1,548 (+2.4%)

$80,000 + $283,070

$363,070

2017

$1,512

$80,000 + $283,070

$363,070

2016

$1,511 (+20.9%)

$80,000 + $283,070

$363,070

2014

$1,250

$85,000 + $331,580

$416,580

*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

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.18 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,836

Year built

1999

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jackson County

APN

7592-54-5783

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Additional Parking, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Gravel

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning

Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside, Main Level, Laundry Room
Has Basement
Basement Details: Exterior Entry, Storage Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: None
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Deck, Wrap Around
Roof: Shingle

Pool Information
Pool Features: Association, Community

Building Information
Levels: Two
Foundation Details: Block

Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Garage(s), Workshop

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

Land Information
Topography: Level

Lot Information
Lot Features: Near Golf Course, Landscaped, Level, Native Plants, Views
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 1.18
Lot Size Area: 1.18
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.18
Zoning Description: Residential

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,708.60

Utilities

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

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Beach Rights, Basketball Court, Boat Dock, Beach Access, Boating, Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Indoor Pool, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Park, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Ski Accessible, Boat Slip, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub
Association Fee: $1,125
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee 2: $1,008
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $93.75

Location Information
Directions: TRAYS ISLAND ROAD MAYBE UNDER REPAIR AND CLOSED . FOLLOW DETOUR SIGNS from 64 and 107 in Cashiers head east on hwy 64 to trays Island Road (about 5 miles) . Left on Tray Island Road . Stay on TIR pass Blackberry Road . Home is 5th driveway on left.
Subdivision Name: holly forest

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

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,836
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.18 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 7592-54-5783

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors

Around this home

Schools

Blue Ridge School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 5.2mi

5/10

Blue Ridge Virtual Early College

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 5.2mi

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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Sapphire, NC • 28774

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Estimated sale price

$710,000 – $860,000

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Home values near 735 Trays Island Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
695 Trays Island Rd, Sapphire, NC 2 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—
653 Trays Island Rd, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2040 Sq. Ft.	$951,590

Address	Redfin Estimate
779 Trays Island Rd, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2968 Sq. Ft.	$1,117,894
457 Buckberry Dr Apartment 2139, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1815 Sq. Ft.	$707,587

Address	Redfin Estimate
665 Trays Island Rd, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,376,940
85 Phlox Ct, Sapphire, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1919 Sq. Ft.	$701,480

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