Experience mountain living at its finest in this beautifully handcrafted timber frame home
showcasing authentic mortise and tenon joinery and exceptional craftsmanship. Rooms are
finished with tongue and groove pine and solid wood paneling on walls and ceiling throughout
with 16 different wood species represented providing warm and comforting living spaces. With
efficiency in mind, the home features a Voyager gas fired water heater that supplies the home’s
hot water while concurrently, providing the radiant floor heat on the main and upper levels,
structural insulated wall and roof panels, and 8 inch poured insulated concrete foundation
walls. The quality of this home can also be found in some of the details: all closets are cedarlined,
central vacuum system on all levels, hickory cabinetry, custom-crafted central staircase,
whole house on demand generator for year-round peace of mind, and Brazilian Ipe hardwood
decking.
The walkout finished lower level offers a second living area, including full kitchen, bath,
laundry/storage room and children’s play space with loft bed. Outdoor features include an
expansive, wraparound deck to take in the long range mountain views from an elevation of
over 3000 feet, detached workshop with 60 amp service and wood-burning stove, detached
storage shed for lawn and garden equipment, attached carport, and even a children’s
treehouse.
Nestled in a serene, park-like setting, this remarkable property offers both privacy and
convenience. Located just 20 minutes from the charming villages of Dillsboro and Sylva, and
only 25 minutes from Cherokee, Bryson City, and the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains
National Park, it provides easy access to dining, shopping, outdoor recreation, and some of
Western North Carolina's most sought-after destinations.
A rare combination of timeless craftsmanship, modern efficiency, and breathtaking mountain
scenery.
Active
$875,000
1602 Forest Run Rd, Whittier, NC 28789
3beds
3,025sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
8.64 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$289/sqft
$67/mo HOA
What's special
Exceptional craftsmanshipCustom-crafted central staircaseAttached carportHickory cabinetry
- 59 days
- 95
- 3
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robert Starrs robin@wcproperties.com,
Western Carolina Properties, Inc.
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4396526
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Basement
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Breakfast
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Loft
- Level: Upper
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Ductless, Propane, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, In Hall, Utility Room, Multiple Locations, Third Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Insulated Door(s), Pocket Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Apartment,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
- Fireplace features: Gas Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,031
- Total interior livable area: 3,025 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,031
- Finished area below ground: 994
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits, Bath Grab Bars, Bath Raised Toilet, Bath Scald Control Faucet
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Wrap Around
Lot
- Size: 8.64 Acres
- Features: Hilly, Private, Steep Slope, Wooded, Views
Living quarters
- Secondary features: Interior Connected,Separate Entrance,Separate Kitchen Facilities,Separate Living Quarters,Other - See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 7621016467
- Zoning: None
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator, Generator Hookup
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Cottage,Post and Beam,Rustic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement, Stone
- Roof: Composition,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Wired Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forest Run
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $800 annually
Location
- Region: Whittier
- Elevation: 3000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $289/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $746,725
- Annual tax amount: $2,440
- Date on market: 7/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 59 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete, Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $875,000+2816.7%$289/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047558 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/1999 | Sold | $30,000$10/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,440 +30.1% | $746,725 +62.2% |
| 2024 | $1,875 | $460,450 |
| 2023 | $1,875 | $460,450 |
| 2022 | $1,875 +6.8% | $460,450 |
| 2021 | $1,755 +9.9% | $460,450 +15.7% |
| 2020 | $1,596 | $398,020 |
| 2019 | $1,596 | $398,020 |
| 2018 | $1,596 | $398,020 |
| 2017 | $1,596 +2.6% | $398,020 |
| 2015 | $1,557 +1.1% | $398,020 -23.5% |
| 2011 | $1,540 | $520,070 |
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