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$3,376,941$785 / 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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,800,000 on Sep 25, 2009

317 SPRING FOREST RD

SAPPHIRE, NC 28774
3
Beds
6 / 1
Baths
4,304 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.
39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$3.4M
$2.5M low$4.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,800,000 · Sep 25, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,144 (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.$2,406,376 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,293,070
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,113,306
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,834,680

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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 Residence
CountyJackson
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.39.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Deck · 260 ft²Patio · 260 ft²Porch · 455 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Blue Ridge Early CollegeC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.7 mi
E
Blue Ridge SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.7 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

317 Spring Forest Rd 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
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Sapphire 28774
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Sapphire 28774
  • Among the largest lots in Sapphire 28774
  • Among the oldest homes in Sapphire 28774

What homes are worth in Sapphire 28774

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

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$120K$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$3,376,941
CheaperTypical $652,710Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$785
CheaperTypical $337Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area4,304 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,914 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.76 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 317 Spring Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSapphire 28774Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,376,941almost all homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$78597% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than4,304 ft²97% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than39 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than1940almost no homes6% of homes

About 317 Spring Forest Rd

How much is 317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC is $3,376,941 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $2,518,182 to $4,235,700. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC last sell?

317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC last sold on Sep 25, 2009 for $1,800,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC?

317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC has 3 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 4,304 square feet of living space and a 39.00-acre lot.

When was 317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC built?

317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC?

317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC is assigned to Blue Ridge Early College (middle), rated C-; Blue Ridge School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC compare to other homes in Sapphire 28774?

Among the 2,529 homes in Sapphire 28774, it is worth more than almost all of them ($3,376,941 against a typical $652,710), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($785 against a typical $337), it is bigger than 97% of them (4,304 ft² against a typical 1,914 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (39 ac against a typical 0.76 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1940 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 97% 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 317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 317 Spring Forest Rd, Sapphire, NC was $9,144. The county assessed it at $2,406,376.

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