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Sold for $340,000
  • $340,000

    143 Old Transylvania Turnpike, Sapphire, NC 28774

    2beds
    --sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1944
    0.51 Acres Lot
    $344,300 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $2,067 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $344,300

    $286,000 - $417,000

    $2,067/mo

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    What's special

    Seperate entrancesHen houseWest-facing deckExpansive backyard
    **SELLER TO PAY BUYERS CLOSING COSTS!**SELLER OFFERING CLOSING CONCESSIONS TO CASH BUYER**SELLER WILL BUY DOWN INTEREST RATE BY ONE FULL POINT**PRICE REDUCTION** Experience the serenity of mountain living in this very cute cottage in Sapphire. Enjoy outdoor meals and breathtaking sunsets from your west-facing deck. With Gorges State Park just across the private road and under a 2-minute drive to the park's entrance, this is the perfect mountain getaway for outdoor enthusiasts. The expansive backyard features a hen house, ideal for keeping chickens, or transform the space into a dog run or beautiful garden. With your main living 2 bed 1 bath top level and a guest suite 1 bed 1 bath on the lower level, you and your guests can enjoy eachothers company with the added privacy of seperate entrances. With few updates the lower level can be turned into a short term rental for some additional passive income. With no restrictions, the choice is yours and the possibilities are endless! Conveniently situated 20 minutes from Cashiers and 30 minutes from Brevard, you can enjoy the tranquility of mountain life while still being close to essential amenities. Unheard of offerings from Seller! Your opportunity awaits.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Bonnie Sherman,

    Landmark Realty Group - Sapphire/Burlingame,

    Marsha Bricker,

    Landmark Realty Group - Sapphire/Burlingame

    Bought with:

    Marsha Bricker, 144642

    Landmark Realty Group - Sapphire/Burlingame

    Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1001139Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: Main
    Bathroom 2
    • Level: Lower
    Bonus room
    • Level: Lower
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Electric, Heat Pump
    Cooling
    • Electric, Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Included: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: In Kitchen, Main Level, Stacked
    Features
    • Flooring: Vinyl
    • Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Living area range: 1001-1500 Square Feet

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Driveway, Gravel, Open
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Wrap Around
    • Exterior features: Private Yard, Storage
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain(s), Seasonal View, Trees/Woods
    Lot
    • Size: 0.51 Acres
    • Features: Back Yard, Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Private, Sloped
    • Topography: Sloping
    Details
    • Additional structures: Garage(s), Shed(s)
    • Parcel number: 8511664776000
    • Zoning description: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cottage
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1944

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Permit 2 Bedroom, Septic Tank
    • Water: Well
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: None
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Sapphire

    Financial & listing details

    • Tax assessed value: $300,160
    • Annual tax amount: $1,442
    • Date on market: 6/12/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 160 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Road surface type: Gravel

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/12/2026Sold$340,000-1.3%
    Source: HCMLS #1001139 Report a problem
    11/20/2025Pending sale$344,500
    Source: HCMLS #1001139 Report a problem
    9/22/2025Contingent$344,500
    Source: HCMLS #1001139 Report a problem
    9/2/2025Price change$344,500-1.4%
    Source: HCMLS #1001139 Report a problem
    6/12/2025Listed for sale$349,500+83.9%
    Source: HCMLS #1001139 Report a problem
    4/6/2021Sold$190,000-2.6%
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3713336 Report a problem
    3/1/2021Pending sale$195,000
    Source: FISHER REALTY SAPPHIRE/TOXAWAY #95852 Report a problem
    3/1/2021Listed for sale$195,000-68.5%
    Source: FISHER REALTY SAPPHIRE/TOXAWAY #95852 Report a problem
    8/29/2019Sold$620,000-4.5%
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3504412 Report a problem
    6/26/2019Pending sale$649,000
    Source: FISHER REALTY SAPPHIRE/TOXAWAY #90850 Report a problem
    6/18/2019Price change$649,000-5.8%
    Source: FISHER REALTY SAPPHIRE/TOXAWAY #90850 Report a problem
    5/7/2019Listed for sale$689,000+6.2%
    Source: FISHER REALTY SAPPHIRE/TOXAWAY #90850 Report a problem
    11/27/2018Listing removed$649,000
    Source: Fisher Realty,Sapphire/Toxaway #3404930 Report a problem
    8/3/2018Price change$649,000-5.8%
    Source: FISHER REALTY SAPPHIRE/TOXAWAY #88695 Report a problem
    6/20/2018Listed for sale$689,000+1335.4%
    Source: FISHER REALTY SAPPHIRE/TOXAWAY #88695 Report a problem
    4/9/2007Sold$48,000
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$144,227 +12158.2%$300,160 +67.9%
    2024$1,177 $178,730
    2023$1,177 $178,730
    2022$1,177 +157.1%$178,730 +155.1%
    2021$458 -4.2%$70,050 +2%
    2020$478 +0.7%$68,660
    2019$474 +22.2%$68,660
    2018$388 +1.2%$68,660
    2017$384 $68,660
    2016$384 +22.7%$68,660 -7%
    2015$313 $73,800
    2014$313 $73,800
    2013-- $73,800
    2012-- $73,800
    2011-- $73,800
    2010-- $73,800
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 28774

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