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 473 Tower Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 473 Tower Rd in Sapphire, NC is $601,900 .

What is the price history for 473 Tower Rd?

473 Tower Rd in Sapphire, NC last sold for $312,500 in October 2000.

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 .

Does 473 Tower Rd have air conditioning?

Yes, 473 Tower Rd in Sapphire, NC has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 473 Tower Rd?

The lot at 473 Tower Rd in Sapphire, NC is about 2 acres .

OFF MARKET

$601,900

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,992 sqft (on 2.04 acres)

473 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

Est. Refi. Payment $3,286/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 12, 2000 for $312,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$602K

Since last month

$37K (-5.8%)

Since last year

$60K (-9.1%)

Since last sale

$289K (+92.3%)

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 +78% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$601K
July 2026	$638K
June 2026	$653K
May 2026	$635K
April 2026	$618K
March 2026	$615K
February 2026	$600K
January 2026	$625K
2025
December 2025	$639K
November 2025	$643K
October 2025	$639K
September 2025	$648K
August 2025	$661K
July 2025	$679K
June 2025	$689K
May 2025	$677K
April 2025	$669K
March 2025	$663K
February 2025	$662K
January 2025	$650K
2024
December 2024	$659K
November 2024	$638K
October 2024	$622K
September 2024	$619K
August 2024	$630K
July 2024	$591K
June 2024	$606K
May 2024	$612K
April 2024	$607K
March 2024	$585K
February 2024	$560K
January 2024	$563K
2023
December 2023	$562K
November 2023	$614K
October 2023	$575K
September 2023	$600K
August 2023	$591K
July 2023	$585K
June 2023	$599K
May 2023	$582K
April 2023	$571K
March 2023	$562K
February 2023	$540K
January 2023	$532K
2022
December 2022	$535K
November 2022	$562K
October 2022	$577K
September 2022	$582K
August 2022	$580K
July 2022	$592K
June 2022	$599K
May 2022	$594K
April 2022	$573K
March 2022	$539K
February 2022	$490K
January 2022	$482K
2021
December 2021	$477K
November 2021	$481K
October 2021	$485K
September 2021	$474K
August 2021	$479K
July 2021	$489K
June 2021	$462K
May 2021	$431K
April 2021	$414K
March 2021	$384K
February 2021	$374K
January 2021	$379K
2020
December 2020	$382K
November 2020	$374K
October 2020	$363K
September 2020	$350K
August 2020	$354K
July 2020	$356K
June 2020	$362K
May 2020	$368K
April 2020	$352K
March 2020	$351K
February 2020	$345K
January 2020	$342K
2019
December 2019	$345K
November 2019	$351K
October 2019	$360K
September 2019	$341K
August 2019	$341K
July 2019	$339K
June 2019	$340K
May 2019	$345K
April 2019	$336K
March 2019	$344K
February 2019	$345K
January 2019	$344K
2018
December 2018	$341K
November 2018	$340K
October 2018	$340K
September 2018	$344K
August 2018	$334K
July 2018	$336K
June 2018	$332K
May 2018	$322K
April 2018	$334K
March 2018	$333K
February 2018	$332K
January 2018	$333K
2017
December 2017	$341K
November 2017	$338K
October 2017	$340K
September 2017	$342K
August 2017	$340K
July 2017	$343K
June 2017	$344K
May 2017	$342K
April 2017	$343K
March 2017	$340K
February 2017	$346K
January 2017	$341K
2016
December 2016	$339K
November 2016	$334K
October 2016	$333K
September 2016	$339K
August 2016	$338K

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
65 Red Oak Ct, Sapphire, NC	0.12	Single-Family Home	$462,000	07/22/26	3	3	2,273
110 Sourwood Ct, Cashiers, NC	0.16	Single-Family Home	$690,000	09/15/25	3	2	1,750
1396 W Christy Trl, Sapphire, NC	0.49	Single-Family Home	$455,000	12/03/25	3	2	2,077
497 Tower Road, Sapphire, NC	0.04	Single-Family Home	$660,000	11/06/25	4	3.5	-
76 Azalea Ct, Sapphire, NC	0.68	Single-Family Home	$425,000	03/18/26	3	2	1,606
285 Holly Forest Ct, Sapphire, NC	0.74	Single-Family Home	$340,000	05/07/26	3	2	1,105
6 Rock Ledge Road, Sapphire, NC	0.25	Single-Family Home	$799,000	08/17/26	3	2.5	-
163 Sourwood Court, Sapphire, NC	0.21	Single-Family Home	$657,000	05/15/26	3	3	-
252 Sourwood Court, Cashiers, NC	0.26	Single-Family Home	$565,000	10/16/25	3	2.5	-
223 Sourwood Court, Sapphire, NC	0.28	Single-Family Home	$730,000	08/21/26	3	2.5	-

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
497 Tower Road, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.04	$660,000	4	3.5	-	Recently Sold
599 Tower Road, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.11	$678,900	3	2.5	-	Off Market
162 Buckeye Court, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.12	-	-	-	-	Off Market
391 Tower Road, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.08	$618,300	4	3.5	-	Off Market
144 Hogback Court, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.13	$749,000	3	3	-	For Sale
983 Hickory Drive, Sapphire, NC 28736	0.15	$813,000	3	2	-	Off Market
945 Hickory Drive, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.15	$671,500	3	2	-	Off Market
Lot 112 W Christy Trail, Cashiers, NC 28774	0.20	-	-	-	-	Off Market
2823 W Christy Trl #114/1, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.20	$406,200	3	2	1,162	Off Market
110 Sourwood Ct, Cashiers, NC 28774	0.16	$716,700	3	2	1,750	Off Market
2823 W W Christy Trail, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.20	$397,600	3	2	-	Off Market
113 W Christy Trail, Sapphire, NC 28774	0.21	$12,500	-	-	-	For Sale

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1998

Lot Size

2.04 acres

Living Area

1,992 sqft

Price/Sqft

$302

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 473 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC. 473 Tower Rd is in Sapphire, NC and in ZIP code 28774. This property has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 1,992 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 2.04 acres and was built in 1998.

473 Tower Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,992 sqft single-family home built in 1998. It last sold for $312,500 on Oct 12, 2000. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $601,900, with a rent estimate of $2,851/month.

Home Details for 473 Tower Rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat PumpAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Softwood, Tile, Hardwood

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Other
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1998
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 2.04 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 12, 2000 Source: N/A	Sold	$312,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,104	$592,038

Additional Cost

Market trends in Sapphire

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

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Available listings

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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
3mo 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
Resident
11mo 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.
Resident
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
Resident
6y 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
Resident
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
Resident
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
12y 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.
12y 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 473 Tower Rd

What is 473 Tower Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 473 Tower Rd in Sapphire, NC is $601,900.
What is the price history for 473 Tower Rd?
473 Tower Rd in Sapphire, NC last sold for $312,500 in October 2000.
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.
Does 473 Tower Rd have air conditioning?
Yes, 473 Tower Rd in Sapphire, NC has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 473 Tower Rd?
The lot at 473 Tower Rd in Sapphire, NC is about 2 acres.