NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1561 Spring Forest Rd Sapphire, NC 28774

Sapphire Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,783,482 - $2,478,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
-- Sq Ft
3.41 Acres

Last Sold August 16, 2019

Last sale price $1,040,000

Est. 94% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,377/month

483 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Deck
  • Gated Community
  • 3.41 Acre Lot
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of August 2019

This beautiful home on 3.14 acres has a 180 degree view, including Fairfield Lake, Chimney Top, Rock Mountain, and to the far right Whiteside Mountain. A desirable feature is having 3 bedrooms and 3 baths on one level, a gorgeous great room with a huge stone, wood-burning fireplace, a charming den with a gas -log fireplace and built-ins galore, two laundry rooms--one off the master bedroom and one on the other end of the house near one of the guest rooms. The present owner has added many desirable features such as a screened porch stretching the length of the house to enjoy the exquisite view, gas-log fireplace on the porch, tongue and groove ceilings throughout the house, all new windows,and sliding glass doors on the main level. All the bathrooms have been up-graded with beautiful tile and natural stone, including granite counter tops. The kitchen is truly deluxe, Subzero refrigerator, large Thermador gas stove with 2 ovens, all granite counter tops, a wine refrigerator, and a vegetable sink in the large island. Just beyond the kitchen is a charming breakfast area. Gorgeous wood floors are throughout the main floor, including the master and guest bedrooms. His and her closets are part of the spacious master suite. The upstairs has a bedroom and bath, plus two other rooms which can be used as an extra sleeping area, living room, or activity room. The present owner uses one for wrapping gifts, extra storage, and other household activities. On the lower floor is a spacious living room, pool table, and exercise area. Lots of storage here, too! Sliding doors open to another lovely deck. Once you step outside, you will find beautiful landscaping with native plants, an enlarged parking area, and best of all, a fenced-in yard to the side for your pets! This is also a great area for gardening and for once again, taking in the beautiful view. Don't miss seeing this fabulous home. You won't be disappointed!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandra Barrow

Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: 8287433411 Listed on: 03/18/2018

Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

John Barrow

Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: 8287433411

Last Buyer's Agent

William Kruckenberger

Sapphire Valley Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,650

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 3.41 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope

HOA Fees

  • $198 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Panoramic
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Fireplace

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Private Water Source
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7582-88-8983

Community Details

Overview

  • Spring Forest Subdivision

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,650

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$198 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.41
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 85
  • Co List Office Phone: 828-743-3411
  • Subdivision Name: Spring Forest
  • Directions: From Cashiers crossroads, take Hwy. 64 towards Brevard. Just past Lonesome Valley, turn left into Spring Forest subdivision. At fork, turn right. Must have code to get into gate. Once past gate, stay on Spring Forest Road until you see #1561 on the left.
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Attribution Contact: 8287433411
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Oven, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Finished, Heated, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Masonry, Outside, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Other, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Partially Cleared, Rolling Slope
  • View: Lake, Mountain(s), Panoramic
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Block, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Satellite Dish
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Screened
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Satellite Internet Available
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated
  • Association Fee: 2375.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 148539.6
  • Parcel #: 7582-88-8983
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: Other

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3650.29
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Year: 2018

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2025
Sold by
Yag-Howard Cynthia J and Howard Corey L
Bought by
Lewis Charles C and Lewis Ronelle J
Current Estimated Value
$2,021,121

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 18, 2018
Closed on
Aug 1, 2019
Sold by
Crawford William W and Crawford Sheila M
Bought by
Wilson Ralph and Wilson Christy S
Seller's Agent
Sandra Barrow
Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
William Kruckenberger
Sapphire Valley Real Estate
List Price
$1,285,000
Sold Price
$1,040,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$245,000
-19.07%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.29%
Original Mortgage
$728,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2014
Sold by
Morse Heather M
Bought by
Crawford William W and Crawford Shelia M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lewis Charles C $1,000,000 None Listed On Document
Lewis Charles C $1,000,000 None Listed On Document
Wilson Ralph $1,040,000 --
Crawford William W $1,150,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Wilson Ralph $728,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/16/2019 08/16/19 Sold $1,040,000 -19.1% --
07/25/2019 07/25/19 Pending -- -- --
03/18/2018 03/18/18 For Sale $1,285,000 -- --
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,947 $1,828,192 $250,000 $1,578,192
2024 $4,205 $1,106,590 $250,000 $856,590
2023 $4,690 $1,106,590 $250,000 $856,590
2022 $4,690 $1,106,590 $250,000 $856,590
2021 $4,453 $1,106,590 $250,000 $856,590
2020 $3,650 $874,110 $175,000 $699,110
2019 $3,650 $874,110 $175,000 $699,110
2018 $3,650 $874,110 $175,000 $699,110
2017 $3,563 $874,110 $175,000 $699,110
2015 $4,395 $874,110 $175,000 $699,110
2011 -- $1,419,690 $427,940 $991,750
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 87799

APN: 7582-88-8983