1602 Forest Run Rd

Whittier, NC 28789

$875,000
Price
3
Beds
3,025 Sq. Ft.
$289 / Sq. Ft.
3,025
Sq. Ft.
$289
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Experience mountain living at its finest in this beautifully handcrafted timber frame home
showcasing authentic mortise and tenon joinery and exceptional craftsmanship. Rooms are
finished with tongue and groove pine and solid wood paneling on walls and ceiling throughout
with 16 different wood species represented providing warm and comforting living spaces. With
efficiency in mind, the home features a Voyager gas fired water heater that supplies the home’s
hot water while concurrently, providing the radiant...Experience mountain living at its finest in this beautifully handcrafted timber frame home
showcasing authentic mortise and tenon joinery and exceptional craftsmanship. Rooms are
finished with tongue and groove pine and solid wood paneling on walls and ceiling throughout
with 16 different wood species represented providing warm and comforting living spaces. With
efficiency in mind, the home features a Voyager gas fired water heater that supplies the home’s
hot water while concurrently, providing the radiant floor heat on the main and upper levels,
structural insulated wall and roof panels, and 8 inch poured insulated concrete foundation
walls. The quality of this home can also be found in some of the details: all closets are cedarlined,
central vacuum system on all levels, hickory cabinetry, custom-crafted central staircase,
whole house on demand generator for year-round peace of mind, and Brazilian Ipe hardwood
decking. The walkout finished lower level offers a second living area, including full kitchen, bath,
laundry/storage room and children’s play space with loft bed. Outdoor features include an
expansive, wraparound deck to take in the long range mountain views from an elevation of
over 3000 feet, detached workshop with 60 amp service and wood-burning stove, detached
storage shed for lawn and garden equipment, attached carport, and even a children’s
treehouse. Nestled in a serene, park-like setting, this remarkable property offers both privacy and
convenience. Located just 20 minutes from the charming villages of Dillsboro and Sylva, and
only 25 minutes from Cherokee, Bryson City, and the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains
National Park, it provides easy access to dining, shopping, outdoor recreation, and some of
Western North Carolina's most sought-after destinations. A rare combination of timeless craftsmanship, modern efficiency, and breathtaking mountain
scenery.
  1. Listed by Western Carolina Properties, Inc. • robin@wcproperties.com

Property Details for 1602 Forest Run Road

Architectural Style
Cabin, Cottage, Post and Beam, Rustic
Parking Features
Attached Carport, Driveway
Subdivision Name
Forest Run
LISTING UPDATED: 07/26/2026 06:35 PM

Property Details for 1602 Forest Run Road

StatusActive
MLS #4396526
Days on Market9
Taxes-
HOA Fees$800 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2000
Lot Size8.64 AC / 376,358 SF
CountyJackson County
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Building Information for 1602 Forest Run Road

Stories-Year Built2000Building Size-Lot Size8.64 AC / 376,358 SF

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$4,750 per month

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Principal and Interest

$4,448

Property Taxes

$236

HOA Dues

$67

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Property Information for 1602 Forest Run Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -83.2922619
  • Latitude: 35.3545538
  • Directions: From Dillsboro take 74 towards Bryson City for approximately 3 miles. Take Barkers Creek Road to the left. Proceed on Barkers Creek to a T in the road (Rockdale Baptist Church is at this split). Turn left onto Rockdale Road and proceed 1 mile to Forest Run Road on the left. Proceed 1.6 miles to the property on the right.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: Yes
  • HOA Subject To: Required
  • HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • HOA Annual Expense: $800.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $746,725.00
  • Parcel Number: 7621-01-6467
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified
  • Elementary School: Unspecified
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: Carport YN: Yes
  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking: Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 3000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2031.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 994.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1168
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 863
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 3025.0
  • Lot Features: Hilly, Private, Steep Slope, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 42
  • Road Responsibility: Road Maintenance Agreement
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Wired Internet Available
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits, Bath Grab Bars, Bath Raised Toilet, Bath Scald Control Faucet
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Wrap Around
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel
  • Roof: Composition, Metal
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Workshop
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: Three
  • Other Equipment: Fuel Tank - Leased, Generator, Generator Hookup
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Ductless, Propane, Radiant Floor
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, In Hall, Utility Room, Multiple Locations, Third Level, Washer Hookup
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Vented
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: French Doors, Insulated Door(s), Pocket Doors
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Apartment, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
  • Bedroom Basement: 1
  • Bedroom Main: 0
  • Bedroom Upper: 2
  • Full Bath Basement: 1
  • Full Bath Main: 0
  • Full Bath Upper: 2
  • Half Bath Main: 1
  • Second Living Quarters: Interior Connected, Separate Entrance, Separate Kitchen Facilities, Separate Living Quarters, Other - See Remarks
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 16.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 3
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 4
  • Room Types: Recreation Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 5
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 6
  • Room Types: Utility Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 7
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Great Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Breakfast
  • Room Level: Main
Room 10
  • Room Types: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 11
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 12
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 13
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 14
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 15
  • Room Types: Loft
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 16
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Half
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 1602 Forest Run Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4396526

$875,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/22/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4396526

$875,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1602 Forest Run Road

Taxable ValueLand$148,800Additions$597,925Total$746,725
Tax Record2025$2,838 ($236 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths3Total Finished SqFt4,236 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,016 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,220 SqFtStories1Lot Size392,040 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2000Year Renovated2000CountyJACKSONAPN7621-01-6467

Schools near 1602 Forest Run Road

This home is within Jackson County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Smokey Mountain Elementary
Public - PK to 8
Smoky Mountain High
Public - 9 to 12
Jackson County Early College
Public - 9 to 13
Jackson Community School
Public - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Smokey Mountain Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Smoky Mountain High
Public9 to 12

Jackson County Early College
Public9 to 13

Jackson Community School
Public5 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1602 Forest Run Road, Whittier, NC 28789

1602 Forest Run Road is a single family home for sale in Whittier, NC 28789. This property was listed for sale on July 22, 2026 by Western Carolina Properties, Inc., it's currently listed at $875,000. This listing's school district is Jackson County School District. Nearby schools include Smokey Mountain Elementary, Smoky Mountain High and Jackson County Early College. 1602 Forest Run Road is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 3,025 sqft single family home built in 2000.

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