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$200,000

L8 Black Bear Court
Sapphire, NC 28774
Listed by Jordan Clark · Looking Glass Realty, Connestee Falls
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About this home

Steeped in history, this remarkable lot was the chosen site for the Morrows' Stickley-style home, built between 1902 and 1905. Carefully selected for its natural topography, breathtaking views, and on-site spring, this location once hosted a truly unique residence—one that undoubtedly drew the attention of photographers, engineers, and investors alike. While the original home is now a piece of history, the property remains one of the most exceptional homesites in the community. With its rich past and unparalleled setting, this lot offers a rare opportunity to build a home where beauty, history, and nature converge. Be sure to explore the fascinating “History” page to learn more about this property’s storied past!

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4419589
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
Overlook at Sapphire
Status
Active
Days on market
5
On market date
August 28, 2026
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
T C Henderson
4.41 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
114
Student:teacher ratio
10.4:1
District
Transylvania County Schools
Middle
Rosman Middle
8.32 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
209
Student:teacher ratio
10.5:1
District
Transylvania County Schools
High
Rosman High
8.32 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
275
Student:teacher ratio
9.8:1
District
Transylvania County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Sapphire's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

21
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
6.3 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
5 / 100
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Grocery stores0
Parks1
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

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$40,000 down
$160,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,038
Property tax (est.)$167
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 3, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.