NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $729,000 - $973,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
0.45 Acres

Last Sold May 23, 2024

Last sale price $789,500

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,715/month

45 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Mountain View
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Lake
  • Outdoor Fireplace

About This Home

As of May 2024

Price Improvement! Your mountain retreat at 178 Birdnest Road, nestled in the picturesque community of Sapphire, NC yet twelve minutes to town. This ONE LEVEL charming home offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern convenience, situated on a peaceful Double Lot with a two vehicle carport with storage and a workshop, NEW Heat and Air Conditioning System all with lovely seasonal views and the mountains beyond. This home boasts a spacious open-concept living area freshly painted, complete with a wood burning stone fireplaces, perfect for cozying up on chilly mountain evenings. The adjacent kitchen is a chef's delight, with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample space for cooking and entertaining. This gorgeous retreat also includes a spacious master suite with a luxurious ensuite bathroom with NEW carpeting and blinds that includes an incredibly spacious walk-in closet with a NEW custom closet system. Off the master you will find a cozy screened-in patio complete with a wood burning fireplace, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or snuggling up with your favorite book in the evenings. NEW Whole House Generator. The two additional bedrooms offer plenty of space and comfort for friends and family. Outside, the open patio deck is an ideal spot for entertaining or simply soaking in the beauty of nature. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee as the sun rises over the mountains or hosting a barbecue with friends, this outdoor space is sure to impress. Located in the desirable community of Sapphire, residents enjoy access to a wealth of amenities, including golf courses, hiking trails, tennis courts, and more. Plus, you're just a short drive away from the charming shops, restaurants, and attractions of downtown Cashiers and nearby Highlands. Whether you're looking for a home away from home, full-time living, or that perfect investment opportunity, this pristine abode fits every need. Schedule your showing today, and come on home! Fireplace Features: 2 or more

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Mills

Keller Williams Great Smokies Brokerage Phone: 8287435122 Listed on: 03/23/2024

Keller Williams Great Smokies

Last Buyer's Agent

Bill DeVore

Keller Williams Elite Realty

Keller Williams Elite Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,719

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 0.45 Acre Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Partially Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Workshop
  • Screened Porch
  • Mountain Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • 2 Carport Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outdoor Fireplace

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 131/132
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7592-74-3981

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Holly Forest Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Putting Green

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,719

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.45
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Holly Forest
  • Directions: Starting from the Crossroads, travel 4.8 miles and make a left onto Trays Island Road. Continue for 0.8 miles, then turn right onto Eagle Ridge Road. Follow Eagle Ridge Road for 0.1 miles and take a left onto Kestrel Court. Continue along Kestrel Court for 0.2 miles until you reach the second entrance of Birdnest Road on your left.
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Ranch
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Attribution Contact: 8287435122
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space, Encapsulated
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Outside, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope
  • Pool Features: Community
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Screened
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Carport, Detached, Paved

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Fiber Optic Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Lake, Playground, Park, Pickleball, Pool, Putting Green, Tennis Court(s), Trails/Paths
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 19602.0
  • Parcel #: 7592-74-3981
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: Other

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1718.91
  • Tax Lot: 131/132
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 23, 2024
Closed on
May 20, 2024
Sold by
Cranwell John Dakin and Cranwell Sharon C
Bought by
Cooper Richard and Cooper Kelley
Seller's Agent
Susan Mills
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Buyer's Agent
Bill DeVore
Keller Williams Elite Realty
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$789,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,500
-7.01%
Views
10
Current Estimated Value
$819,201

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$29,701
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.05%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 13, 2023
Closed on
Aug 6, 2023
Sold by
Starr Linda H and Willerson Deborah
Bought by
Cranwell John Dakin and Cranwell Sharon C
Seller's Agent
Spencer Kirkpatrick
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Buyer's Agent
Susan Mills
Keller Williams Great Smokies
List Price
$799,999
Sold Price
$770,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,999
-3.75%
Views
1

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.22%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 17, 2022
Closed on
Dec 7, 2022
Sold by
Starr Linda H
Bought by
Starr Linda H and Wellerson Deborah
Seller's Agent
Tina Cone
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Strawn
Keller Williams Great Smokies
List Price
$699,500
Sold Price
$692,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-1.07%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.67%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 17, 2022
Closed on
Oct 26, 2022
Sold by
Reinhardt Debra A
Bought by
Starr Linda H
Seller's Agent
Tina Cone
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Strawn
Keller Williams Great Smokies
List Price
$699,500
Sold Price
$692,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-1.07%
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
Cooper Richard $789,500 None Listed On Document
Cranwell John Dakin $770,000 None Listed On Document
Starr Linda H -- --
Starr Linda H $692,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Reinhardt Debra A $309,000
Previous Owner Reinhardt Robert C $375,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2024 05/23/24 Sold $789,500 -1.2% --
05/08/2024 05/08/24 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2024 04/29/24 Price Changed $799,000 -4.3% --
04/15/2024 04/15/24 Price Changed $834,900 -1.7% --
03/23/2024 03/23/24 For Sale $849,000 +10.3% --
08/08/2023 08/08/23 Sold $770,000 -3.7% --
07/11/2023 07/11/23 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2023 05/14/23 For Sale $799,999 +15.6% --
10/26/2022 10/26/22 Sold $692,000 -1.1% --
09/08/2022 09/08/22 Pending -- -- --
08/17/2022 08/17/22 For Sale $699,500 -- --
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 $3,012 $792,621 $22,800 $769,821
2024 $1,479 $389,330 $25,000 $364,330
2023 $1,719 $389,330 $25,000 $364,330
2022 $1,541 $345,930 $25,000 $320,930
2021 $1,315 $345,930 $25,000 $320,930
2020 $1,405 $327,600 $25,000 $302,600
2019 $1,405 $327,600 $25,000 $302,600
2018 $1,405 $327,600 $25,000 $302,600
2017 $1,372 $327,600 $25,000 $302,600
2015 $1,537 $327,600 $25,000 $302,600
2011 -- $487,420 $50,000 $437,420
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 103944

APN: 7592-74-3981