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SAPPHIRE, NC 28774

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Transylvania County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
94
⇧ 20.5% vs 78 last year
Pending
14
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$825,000
⇩ 5.7% vs $875,125 last year
Average Price
$1,336,493
⇧ 13.5% vs $1,177,898 last year
Days on Market
130
⇧ 27.5% vs 102 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,274  ·  Density: 9.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $113,798

Typical home value: $595,996  ·  Homeownership: 83.4%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SAPPHIRE, NC real estate market (28774) currently shows 94 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 130 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 130 days on market compared to 102 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.7% year-over-year, from $875,125 to $825,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 94 this year vs 78 last year
  • Days on market: 130 now vs 102 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $825,000 (-5.7% YoY)
  • Average: $1,336,493 (+13.5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 22.0 miles — 660 listings ($704,570,825 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28774Sapphire, NC 287740.0 mi94$125,630,342$825,000$1,336,493
28747Lake Toxaway, NC 287476.0 mi51$131,248,143$1,500,000$2,573,493
28772Rosman, NC 287729.7 mi11$8,739,940$595,000$794,540
28783Tuckasegee, NC 2878311.1 mi27$21,362,967$549,000$791,221
29686Tamassee, SC 2968611.5 mi4$2,640,000$450,000$660,000
28712Brevard, NC 2871214.3 mi165$143,081,565$597,000$867,161
28723Cullowhee, NC 2872314.8 mi48$53,425,872$579,000$1,113,039
29671Pickens, SC 2967118.8 mi82$48,263,724$459,900$588,582
29682Six Mile, SC 2968219.7 mi24$67,091,424$2,295,000$2,795,476
29635Cleveland, SC 2963520.7 mi13$7,222,566$475,000$555,582
29691Walhalla, SC 2969121.5 mi34$12,512,442$315,691$368,013
28779Sylva, NC 2877921.9 mi105$82,173,840$499,000$782,608
28788Webster, NC 2878822.0 mi2$1,178,000$589,000$589,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAPPHIRE, NC 28774?

As of January 2026, there are 94 active listings in SAPPHIRE, NC (zip code 28774), compared to 78 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAPPHIRE, NC 28774?

The median listing price in SAPPHIRE, NC 28774 is $825,000 as of January 2026, a 5.7% decrease from $875,125 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SAPPHIRE, NC?

Homes in SAPPHIRE, NC 28774 spend an average of 130 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 102 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAPPHIRE, NC 28774?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SAPPHIRE, NC 28774 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 130 days on market compared to 102 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SAPPHIRE, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAPPHIRE, NC 28774 save an estimated $16,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $825,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.