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$4,490,910$1,009 / ft²
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97 ROUGH BARK RD

SAPPHIRE, NC 28774
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
4,449 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.
6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2017
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$4.5M
$3.6M low$5.4M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,049 (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.$2,907,646 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$350,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,557,646
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,734,540

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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.

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.6.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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 · 764 ft²Porch · 1,074 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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 CollegeD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.0 mi
E
Blue Ridge SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.0 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

97 Rough Bark 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
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Sapphire 28774
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Sapphire 28774
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Sapphire 28774
  • Newer than 98% of 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
$116K$2.9M

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$4,490,910
CheaperTypical $669,746Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$1009
CheaperTypical $336Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,449 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,917 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.83 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built2017
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 97 Rough Bark Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSapphire 28774Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$4,490,910almost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1009almost all homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than4,449 ft²97% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6 ac97% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than201797% of homes98% of homes

About 97 Rough Bark Rd

How much is 97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC is $4,490,910 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $3,566,239 to $5,415,582. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC last sell?

97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC?

97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC has 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 4,449 square feet of living space and a 6.00-acre lot.

When was 97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC built?

97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC was built in 2017, making it 9 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC?

97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC is assigned to Blue Ridge Early College (middle), rated D; 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 97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC compare to other homes in Sapphire 28774?

Among the 2,551 homes in Sapphire 28774, it is worth more than almost all of them ($4,490,910 against a typical $669,746), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1009 against a typical $336), it is bigger than 97% of them (4,449 ft² against a typical 1,917 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (6 ac against a typical 0.83 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2017 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 97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 97 Rough Bark Rd, Sapphire, NC was $11,049. The county assessed it at $2,907,646.

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