Is there wildlife in Sapphire, NC?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there's wildlife

Is parking easy in Sapphire, NC?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Does Sapphire, NC show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are yards well-kept in Sapphire, NC?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Sapphire, NC dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Sapphire, NC quiet?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say it's quiet

Is a car needed in Sapphire, NC?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say car is needed

Do residents of Sapphire, NC plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are there community events in Sapphire, NC?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there are community events

Are neighbors friendly in Sapphire, NC?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Sapphire, NC?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Sapphire, NC walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 15% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

What is 461 E Valley Dr estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 461 E Valley Dr in Sapphire, NC is $2,445,800 .

What is the price history for 461 E Valley Dr?

461 E Valley Dr in Sapphire, NC last sold for $500,000 in December 2020.

Is Sapphire a buyer's or seller's market?

Sapphire is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Sapphire?

Residents describe Sapphire, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sapphire, NC .

How big is the lot at 461 E Valley Dr?

The lot at 461 E Valley Dr in Sapphire, NC is about 1.9 acres .

OFF MARKET

$2,445,800

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,120 sqft (on 1.92 acres)

461 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774

Est. Refi. Payment $13,965/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 3, 2020 for $500,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$2.45M

Since last month

$316K (+14.8%)

Since last year

$62K (+2.6%)

Since last sale

$2M (+389.2%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +3% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
November 2026	$2.45M
October 2026	$2.61M
September 2026	$2.13M
August 2026	$2.38M
July 2026	$2.02M
March 2026	$2.68M
February 2026	$2.46M
January 2026	$2.86M
2025
December 2025	$2.75M
November 2025	$2.51M
October 2025	$2.38M

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1106 E Valley Dr, Glenville, NC	0.76	Single-Family Home	$1,283,500	05/11/26	4	4.5	2,686
116 Boathouse Row, Cashiers, NC	0.51	Single-Family Home	$3,025,000	04/17/26	3	4	1,287
345 Scotch Highlands Loop, Sapphire, NC	0.41	Single-Family Home	$137,500	09/01/26	4	4	1,247
146 Scotch Highlands Loop, Cashiers, NC	0.51	Single-Family Home	$140,000	05/29/26	3	3.5	2,001
5 Springs Way, Sapphire, NC	0.43	Single-Family Home	$949,000	06/04/26	4	3	-
221 Country Club Estates Dr, Sapphire, NC	1.05	Single-Family Home	$925,000	04/14/26	4	4	2,458
155 Springs Way, Sapphire, NC	0.55	Single-Family Home	$779,000	11/06/26	3	3.5	-
880 W Rochester Dr, Cashiers, NC	1.14	Single-Family Home	$720,000	10/23/26	3	3	2,385
16 Carnoustie Dr, Sapphire, NC	0.96	Single-Family Home	$500,000	05/14/26	3	3	2,179
401 Scotch Highlands Loop, Sapphire, NC	0.44	Single-Family Home	$71,000	07/22/26	3	2.5	1,492

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
6 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1 Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Lot 158 East Valley Drive, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
164 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
9 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
156 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
154 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
152 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
146 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Lot 134 Lonesome Valley, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Lot 154 Lonesome Valley, Glenville, NC 28736	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
144 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
142 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
140 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
163 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
138 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
136 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
157 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
153 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market
130 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.01	-	-	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 2021

1.92 acre lot

3,120 sqft

$784/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 461 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC. 461 E Valley Dr is in Sapphire, NC and in ZIP code 28774. This property has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and approximately 3,120 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 1.92 acres and was built in 2021.

461 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774 is a 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,120 sqft single-family home built in 2021. It last sold for $500,000 on Dec 3, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,445,800, with a rent estimate of $3,793/month.

Home Details for 461 E Valley Dr

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat PumpAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5Floors: Softwood, Hardwood
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Other, BrickFoundation Type: OtherPatio

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2021
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.92 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Dec 3, 2020 Source: N/A	Sold	$500,000
May 15, 2020 Source: N/A	Sold	$400,000
Apr 27, 2017 Source: N/A	Sold	$317,500
Mar 4, 2014 Source: N/A	Sold	$290,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$14,552	$4,312,247

Additional Cost

Market trends in Sapphire

Last updated October 2026

Avg. sale price

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Sale-to-List Price

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Price per sq ft

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Available listings

110

4MoM

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Around this home

Blue Ridge School
PK-6
Public
122 Students
Jackson County School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
It has been wonderful to see students, staff, and families working together to create a supportive and successful learning environment more recently. Our school continues to grow academically, socially, and emotionally by encouraging student achievement, positive relationships, and community involvement. It is clearly making a difference, and it is exciting to see the progress being made each day.
Parent Review
6mo ago
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What Locals Say about Sapphire

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say there's wildlife
100 % Say parking is easy
94 % Say there's holiday spirit
89 % Say yards are well-kept
88 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say it's quiet
69 % Say car is needed
56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
53 % Say there are community events
49 % Say neighbors are friendly
40 % Say people would walk alone at night
15 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Jason Dauble
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1y ago
"There are a lot of dogs here. But there are also bears. Watch your dogs at night when letting them outdoors."
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M B.
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6y ago
"See dogs throughout the neighborhood and neighbors are friendly, always say hello. Lake associated with community is great and dog friendly "
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Ddorrier
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7y ago
"There are not any sidewalks so it is a little more dangerous walking a dog. Other than that it is safe in the neighborhood. "
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Ddorrier
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7y ago
"I see many dog owners regularly walking their dogs. There are no sidewalks but there is not a lot of traffic. "
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Ddorrier
Resident
7y ago
"Holly Forest is a large mountain neighborhood with 14 different phases. There is almost no crime. The only potential danger is occasionally encontering black bears. "
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ddorrier
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7y ago
"There is not much traffic so walking is safe. Hills provide excellent exercise for the dog and the owner."
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Reobrokers
13y ago
"This is an amazing area, the are is so close to waterfalls, mountain lakes, hiking, fishing, and a great community (especially Cashiers/Highlands), there is everything to love and nothing to hate!"
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Michael D.
13y ago
"I live in Cashiers. The views are definitely the best in Cashiers. This is located on top of the mountain."
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DENNIS D.
13y ago
"If the need for natural beauty and serenity is in your blood............this is the place for you. At 3,200' elevation, you have four perfect seasons. Hiking, biking, running, golfing, fishing.........or just relaxing in the splendor of nature at its finest..........you just can't beat Sapphire Valley!"
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Frequently asked questions about 461 E Valley Dr

What is 461 E Valley Dr estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 461 E Valley Dr in Sapphire, NC is $2,445,800.
What is the price history for 461 E Valley Dr?
461 E Valley Dr in Sapphire, NC last sold for $500,000 in December 2020.
Is Sapphire a buyer's or seller's market?
Sapphire is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Sapphire?
Residents describe Sapphire, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sapphire, NC.
How big is the lot at 461 E Valley Dr?
The lot at 461 E Valley Dr in Sapphire, NC is about 1.9 acres.