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Sold for $303,000
  • $303,000

    161 Old Transylvania Tpke, Sapphire, NC 28774

    3beds
    2,046sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1990
    0.31 Acres Lot
    $387,200 Zestimate®
    $148/sqft
    $2,752 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $387,200

    $348,000 - $430,000

    $2,752/mo

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    What's special

    Own a uniquely affordable mountain home with guest suite in the seclusion of highly sought-after Sapphire, NC. Bordering Gorges State Park, just 11 miles from the village of Cashiers, this magical setting offers outdoor adventure only steps away. With ample privacy and breathtaking east/west mountain views in winter, you will find yourself bathing in nature's serenity. On the main level, an expansive wrap-around deck leads to an open kitchen and living area, along with separate bath and guest room. The lower level's partially furnished guest suite has a full kitchen, living area, bonus room, full bath, laundry, and private entrance. On the upper level, enjoy the spacious master bedroom with sitting area, vaulted wood-beam ceilings and Juliet balcony, along with full bath and third bedroom. Additional features include beautiful garden landscaping, carport, storage shed, and plenty of parking. Updates include third bedroom septic, brand new gutter and drainage system, and interior and deck/balcony upgrades. Consider this move-in-ready mountain retreat for a long-term rental, VRBO, vacation, retirement, or year-round home.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Electric
    Cooling
    • Wall
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Washer/Dryer Connection, Window Treatments, Walk-in Closet, Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceilings
    • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum / Vinyl
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Electric
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,046 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Carport
    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain
    Lot
    • Size: 0.31 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 8511665872000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Foundation: Concrete
    • Roof: Other
    Condition
    • Year built: 1990

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Sapphire

    Other

    Other facts
    • Heating: Wood, Baseboard
    • View: Wooded, Mountain, Winter
    • Cooling: Wall Unit
    • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Back, Balcony, Wrap Around, Side
    • Land Description: Partially Cleared, Near Level, Steep
    • Interior Features: Washer/Dryer Connection, Window Treatments, Walk-in Closet, Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceilings
    • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range-Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher
    • Floor Coverings: Wall/Wall Carpet, Vinyl
    • Construction: Wood Siding, Frame
    • TV/Internet: Cable TV, DSL
    • Fireplace: Basement, Wood Stove
    • Exterior Features: Shed, Balcony
    • Car Storage: Parking Space
    • Other Rooms: 2nd Kitchen, Apartment, Bonus Room, Studio
    • Elevation: 3001-3500
    • Property Status: Pending
    • Style: Arts and Crafts, 3 Story
    • Apx Heated SqFt: 2001-2500
    • Construction: Block

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/8/2023Sold$303,000+8.2%$148/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/31/2021Sold$280,000+40%$137/sqft
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3748682 Report a problem
    12/13/2019Sold$200,000+25%$98/sqft
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3490350 Report a problem
    6/26/2017Sold$160,000+68.4%$78/sqft
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3274361 Report a problem
    6/12/2015Sold$95,000$46/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$1,210 $183,850
    2023$1,210 $183,850
    2022$1,210 +0.8%$183,850
    2021$1,201 +24.5%$183,850 +32.6%
    2020$965 +3.2%$138,600 +2.5%
    2019$935 +22.2%$135,250
    2018$765 +44.6%$135,250 +42.9%
    2017$529 $94,620
    2016$529 $94,620 -18%
    2015-- $115,380
    2014-- $115,380
    2013-- $115,380
    2012-- $115,380
    2011-- $115,380
    2010-- $115,380

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 28774

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: TC Henderson
    • Middle: Rosman
    • High: Rosman

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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