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3 beds4,072 sqft$379/sqft
196 The Rpds, Sapphire, NC 28774
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.09 acresLot Size
1994Year Built
$379/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$2,147/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Unique in almost every way, this elegant riverfront home is the perfect spot. The beautifully designed front façade features a rounded arch, reminiscent of a quaint hobbit dwelling. The primary is on the main level as is the open kitchen and office. The lower level features 2 bedrooms, a den/office, large gathering area and wet bar. There are multiple decks as well as a fire pit along the path down to the Horsepasture River. Extensive landscape improvements and entire interior repaintedUnique in almost every way, this elegant riverfront home is the perfect spot. The beautifully designed front façade features a rounded arch, reminiscent of a quaint hobbit dwelling. The primary is on the main level as is the open kitchen and office. The lower level features 2 bedrooms, a den/office, large gathering area and wet bar. There are multiple decks as well as a fire pit along the path down to the Horsepasture River. Extensive landscape improvements and entire interior repainted
  • Listed by: • Landmark Realty Group marsha@landmarkrg.com
Listing closed: 08/28/2023 12:00 AM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 4032589

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,350,000

Avg days on market

106

Sale-to-list ratio

89.1%

Sapphire, NC

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Landmark Realty Group

Sold By Engel & Volkers Highlands Cashiers

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Property Information for 196 The Rapids

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Arts and Crafts
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • View: Water
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage
  • Community Features: Dog Park, Picnic Area, Playground, Walking Trails
  • Subdivision Name: Burlingame
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Lot Size: 1.09 AC / 47,480 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water Body Name: Horsepasture River
  • Longitude: -82.99336389
  • Latitude: 35.10876321
  • Directions: US 64 to Sapphire. enter the Burlingame Community on Upper Whitewater Road bearing right. Travel 1 mile staying right onto Boiling Springs Road where Upper Whitewater veers left. Another .6 miles to left on the Rapids. House is the 5th on the right. Sign says "Eckley" with the house number on the post.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA Name: Burlingame POA
  • HOA Subject To: Required
  • HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • HOA Annual Expense: $2,147.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $801,940.00
  • Parcel Number: 8501-68-0501-000
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Rosman
  • High School: Rosman
  • Elementary School: T.C. Henderson
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 3000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2216.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1856.0
  • Sq Ft Garage: 705
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 2216
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 4072.0
  • Lot Features: River Front, Rolling Slope, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Book Slide: 7/835
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 7/835
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review, Deed, Manufactured Home Not Allowed
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Utilities: Fiber Optics
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Wood
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Roof: Composition
  • Other Structures: Gazebo
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Propane
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Garden Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Fire Pit, Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Walk-Out Access
  • Bedroom Basement: 2
  • Bedroom Lower: 0
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Second LQ: 0
  • Bedroom Third: 0
  • Bedroom Upper: 0
  • Full Bath Basement: 2
  • Full Bath Lower: 0
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Second LQ: 0
  • Full Bath Third: 0
  • Full Bath Upper: 0
  • Half Bath Basement: 0
  • Half Bath Lower: 0
  • Half Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Second LQ: 0
  • Half Bath Third: 0
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 11.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Bar/Entertainment
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 4
  • Room Types: Bar/Entertainment
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Half
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Breakfast
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Great Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 10
  • Room Types: Office
  • Room Level: Main
Room 11
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 196 The Rapids

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2023

Closed

CANOPY #4032589

$1,545,000
Aug 22, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1517762739

$1,545,000

+6.9% / yr

Jun 16, 2023

Price Change

CANOPY #4032589

$1,595,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2023

Closed

CANOPY #4032589

$1,545,000
08/22/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1517762739

$1,545,000

+6.9% / yr

06/16/2023

Price Change

CANOPY #4032589

$1,595,000

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

Public Records for 196 The Rapids

Taxable ValueLand$220,000Additions$1,288,670Total$1,508,670
Tax Record2025$7,249 ($604 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,358 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,358 SqFtLot Size47,480 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous CommercialYear Built1994Year Renovated2010CountyTRANSYLVANIAAPN8501-68-0501-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 196 The Rapids

This home is within Transylvania County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
T C Henderson Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Rosman Middle
Public6 to 8

Rosman High
Public9 to 12

Rosman Elementary
PublicPK to 5

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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