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$4,278,143$1,272 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $2,295,000 on Jun 25, 2020

245 E VALLEY DR

SAPPHIRE, NC 28774
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
3,362 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$4.3M
$3.3M low$5.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,295,000 · Jun 25, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,434 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$3,271,982 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,000,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,271,982
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,286,720

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.57
81
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.41 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residential
CountyJACKSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 455 ft²Porch · 786 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Blue Ridge SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.4 mi
M
Blue Ridge Early CollegeD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Jackson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28774These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.111

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.38%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,224
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.30 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,334
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,510
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.80 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

245 E Valley Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Sapphire 28774
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Sapphire 28774
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Sapphire 28774
  • Among the newest homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Sapphire 28774

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$118K$2.8M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Sapphire 28774.

How it measures up in Sapphire 28774

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sapphire 28774.

Estimated value$4,278,143
CheaperTypical $647,758Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$1272
CheaperTypical $335Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,362 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,919 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.75 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 245 E Valley Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSapphire 28774Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$4,278,143almost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1272almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than3,362 ft²87% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac92% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than201897% of homesalmost all homes

About 245 E Valley Dr

How much is 245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC is $4,278,143 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $3,293,264 to $5,263,022. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC last sell?

245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC last sold on Jun 25, 2020 for $2,295,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC?

245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC has 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 3,362 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC built?

245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC?

245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC is assigned to Blue Ridge School (elementary), rated C+; Blue Ridge Early College (middle), rated D. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC compare to other homes in Sapphire 28774?

Among the 2,548 homes in Sapphire 28774, it is worth more than almost all of them ($4,278,143 against a typical $647,758), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1272 against a typical $335), it is bigger than 87% of them (3,362 ft² against a typical 1,919 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (3 ac against a typical 0.75 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2018 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 98% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 245 E Valley Dr, Sapphire, NC was $12,434. The county assessed it at $3,271,982.

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