Experience mountain living at its finest in this beautifully handcrafted timber frame home, showcasing authentic mortise-and-tenon joinery and exceptional craftsmanship throughout. Designed for comfort and efficiency, the home features structural insulated wall panels, radiant floor heating on the main and upper levels, and a whole-home on-demand generator for year-round peace of mind. Inside, rich Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors add warmth and elegance, while quality construction is evident in every detail, including an 8-inch poured concrete foundation. Step outside to enjoy expansive IPE decking, perfect for taking in the stunning long-range mountain views from an elevation of over 3,000 feet. 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, and modern efficiency.
For sale
$875,000
1602 Forest Run Rd, Whittier, NC 28789
3beds
--sqft
Residential, Cabin, Multi Family
Built in 2000
-- sqft lot
$637,500 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$71/mo HOA
What's special
Stunning long-range mountain viewsExceptional craftsmanship throughoutExpansive ipe deckingWhole-home on-demand generatorSerene park-like settingAuthentic mortise-and-tenon joineryStructural insulated wall panels
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Robin Starrs,
Western Carolina Properties-Dillsboro
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26047558
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Propane, Hot Water, Radiant, Mini-Split
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas/Propane Water Heater
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Country Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Dining Room, Large Master Bedroom, Primary w/Ensuite, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
- Doors: Doors-Insulated, Doors-Screens
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Finished,Heated,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Washer/Dryer Hook-up,Finished Bath
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Flue
Interior area
- Living area range: 2801-3000 Square Feet
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport-Double Attached
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Screened Porch/Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range View, View Year Round
Lot
- Size: 8.64 Acres
- Features: Elevation over 3000, Private, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding/Workshop, Storage Building/Shed
- Parcel number: 7621016467
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Cabin,Timber Frame
- Property subtype: Residential, Cabin, Multi Family
Materials
- HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Composition,Metal,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cell Service Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forest Run
HOA
- HOA fee: $850 annually
Location
- Region: Whittier
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $746,725
- Annual tax amount: $2,763
- Date on market: 6/13/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$637,500
$485,000 - $791,000
$2,579/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $875,000+2816.7% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047558 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/1999 | Sold | $30,000 |
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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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28789
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Smokey Mountain ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 5.5 mi
- 9/10Jackson County Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
- 6/10Smoky Mountain HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.2 mi
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- North Carolina
- Jackson County
- Whittier
- 28789
- 1602 Forest Run Rd
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