NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2236 Upper Whitewater Rd Sapphire, NC 28774

Sapphire Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $547,000 - $729,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,544 Sq Ft
$412/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 20, 2023

Last sale price $550,000 $356 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,597 / mo

47 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Lake
  • Deck

About This Home

As of December 2023

Welcome home to your charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-level oasis, nestled just down the road from tranquil Whisper Lake. The large primary bedroom features a built-out sitting area for relaxation. The ensuite bathroom is a spa-like haven with a luxurious jetted tub and a custom cedar-lined shower. His and her closets ensure you have ample storage space for all your belongings. The second bedroom conveniently located off the living room features a walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom that seconds as a guest bathroom with a convenient stand-up shower and easy access to the laundry area, making chores a breeze. The third bedroom is versatile, ideal for guests or as a nursery. A double car garage not only keeps your vehicles sheltered but also provides generous storage space, conveniently connected to the laundry room and the heart of the home – the kitchen. The dining area boasts a wood-burning stove, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for family meals. The open living room features built-in shelving and is adorned with pine-lined walls throughout, giving the space a bright, rustic feel. At the front of the house, a large porch offers plenty of space, making it an ideal spot to unwind and watch the world go by. Slide open the glass doors off your dining room, and you step into your backyard haven. Here, you can relax by a serene pond, fire up the grill, and enjoy ample seating space for outdoor gatherings. The flat, level yard ensures easy accessibility, making it perfect for both play and relaxation. The property is surrounded by woods, providing a natural backdrop, and it's common to see deer pass through. A storage building on the property serves as a workshop, accommodating your DIY projects or providing plenty of room for stashing your extras. The lawn and garden areas are designed for easy maintenance, ensuring you have more time to enjoy your home. Come savor the beauty of nature and the comforts of home, all in one place.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tina Cone

Keller Williams Great Smokies Brokerage Phone: 8287435122 License #178624 Listed on: 10/12/2023

Keller Williams Great Smokies

Co-Listed By

Alan Cone

Keller Williams Great Smokies Brokerage Phone: 8287435122 License #233138

Last Buyer's Agent

Louise Booth

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,065

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 30,056 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cleared Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Wood Siding
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Built-In Features
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Views of Woods
  • Dishwasher
  • Dryer

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Water Feature

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 43
  • Assessor Parcel Number 8501-38-2505-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Whisper Lake Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,065

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0.69 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.69
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 166
  • Co List Office Phone: 828-743-5122
  • Subdivision Name: Whisper Lake
  • Directions: From the crossroads in Cashiers take US-64 E (go 5.9 mi), Turn RIGHT onto Sapphire Post Office Rd. (go 0.5 mi), Turn LEFT onto Lupton Rd/Sapphire Post Office Rd. (go 0.6 mi), Turn LEFT onto Upper White Water Rd. & house will be first driveway on the LEFT. (There is a wood number sign in front of gravel driveway.)
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Attribution Contact: 8287435122
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Encapsulated
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Jetted Tub

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Cleared, Level
  • Pool Features: Community
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Block, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue, Water Feature
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Gravel

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 30056.4
  • Parcel #: 8501-38-2505-000
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: Other

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2064.82
  • Tax Lot: 43
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 12, 2023
Closed on
Dec 20, 2023
Sold by
Betty Jean Dunaway Revocable Trust
Bought by
Birkenhauer Candace and Birkenhauer Edward
Seller's Agent
Tina Cone
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Buyer's Agent
Louise Booth
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.35%
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
$635,510

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$85,510
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.26%
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Outstanding Balance
$324,522
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$310,988

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2012
Sold by
Dunaway Betty
Bought by
Dunaway Betty Jean and Betty Jean Dunaway Revocable Living Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2004
Bought by
Dunaway Betty J Trustee
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Birkenhauer Candace $550,000 None Listed On Document
Birkenhauer Candace $550,000 None Listed On Document
Dunaway Betty Jean -- None Available
Dunaway Betty J Trustee $270,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Birkenhauer Candace $330,000
Closed Birkenhauer Candace $330,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/20/2023 12/20/23 Sold $550,000 -4.3% $356 / Sq Ft
11/29/2023 11/29/23 Pending -- -- --
10/12/2023 10/12/23 For Sale $575,000 -- $372 / Sq Ft
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

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 $2,735 $569,130 $60,000 $509,130
2024 $2,065 $313,660 $50,000 $263,660
2023 $2,065 $313,660 $50,000 $263,660
2022 $2,065 $313,660 $50,000 $263,660
2021 $2,049 $313,660 $50,000 $263,660
2020 $1,737 $249,640 $0 $0
2019 $1,725 $249,640 $0 $0
2018 $1,411 $249,640 $0 $0
2017 $1,395 $249,640 $0 $0
2016 $1,390 $249,640 $0 $0
2015 -- $265,000 $50,000 $215,000
2014 -- $265,000 $50,000 $215,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 103139

APN: 8501-38-2505-000

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