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A rare opportunity to build in the highly sought-after Lonesome Valley community of Sapphire, NC. Lot 11 offers an easy, buildable site with natural rock outcroppings that add character and a true sense of place. Surrounded by the beauty of Lonesome Valley’s 800 acres, this homesite provides an ideal setting for a custom mountain retreat. Residents enjoy miles of hiking trails, recreational lakes, fishing, tennis and pickleball, a fitness center, pool, and preferred access to Canyon Kitchen and Canyon Spa, all just minutes from Cashiers and the best of the Cashiers-Highlands plateau.

Lot 11 E Valley, Sapphire

$250,000

1003576 MLS

Offering extraordinary views down the newly renovated 13th hole of Burlingame Country Club's golf course, this 2.36-acre homesite pairs a highly buildable footprint with newly added water feature just off the 13th green that enhance the outlook. Both the fairway and the water features were completed in the summer of 2026. Set at the end of the road, the lot offers added privacy, free from drive-through traffic — adding to its exceptional value. Burlingame is a family-focused mountain community set at approximately 3,000 feet in Sapphire, North Carolina, offering a lifestyle that balances natural beauty, recreation, and connection. Winding roads, parks, hiking trails, fishing ponds, and trout waters create an inviting setting for time outdoors, while homes range from golf-course residences to riverfront and mountain-view retreats. At the heart of the community is Burlingame Country Club, featuring dining, social spaces, an 18-hole championship golf course, fitness facilities, tennis, pickleball, croquet, and a heated pool. Club membership is available upon application and approval and is not required for property ownership, allowing residents to enjoy Burlingame’s relaxed, welcoming lifestyle at their own pace.

43 Fr Running Fox Rd, Sapphire

$175,000

1002519 MLS

Exceptional opportunity to create a 4.7 acre mountain estate in the highly desirable Stone Creek Estates community. This unique offering combines Lots 32, 36, and 37, creating a spacious homesite with excellent privacy, a favorable building site, and the potential for long-range mountain views from its higher elevation. This combined acreage offers balance of seclusion and usability, making it well-suited for a custom luxury residence or private mountain retreat. Community water and sewer are provided by the Stone Creek Estates POA, eliminating the need for wells or septic systems and allowing greater flexibility in home design and placement. Enjoy the cooler summer temperatures, fresh mountain air, and peaceful setting that make the Cashiers and Sapphire area one of Western North Carolina’s most sought-after destinations. Ideally located just minutes from Cashiers where one can enjoy scenic hiking and biking trails, pristine waterfalls, trout streams, fine and casual dining, and boutique shopping. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate proximity to Panthertown Valley, Gorges State Park, and other protected natural areas, while homeowners enjoy the sense of community and natural beauty that define the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. The upper lot borders conservation land adding to the seclusion and privacy. This offering presents a rare opportunity to own a large, buildable estate parcel in an established mountain community—perfect for those seeking privacy, elevation, and a refined mountain lifestyle in the heart of Western North Carolina.

36 Rock Mountain Rd, Sapphire

$195,000

1002400 MLS

On the market for the first time, this expansive and level buildable parcel spans more than three acres at approximately 4,500 feet in elevation. Bordered by protected National Forest land, the property offers a high degree of privacy along with direct access to nearby trails and scenic overlooks. Residents of Falcon Ridge enjoy a shared pavilion, an open meadow, and a community bonfire ring, all ideal for gathering and taking in the natural surroundings. Ownership also provides access to Sapphire Valley Resort amenities, including heated pools, tennis courts, pickleball courts, a fitness center, a dog park, mini-golf facilities, a nine-hole golf course, and Fairfield Lake for swimming and boating. Winter fun abounds with skiing, snow tubing, and snowboarding. With convenient access to the shops and dining of Cashiers and Highlands just a short drive away, Sapphire offers the perfect blend of adventure, leisure, and convenience.

Lot 51 Tower, Sapphire

$925,000

1002361 MLS

Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this 2.57-acre lot in Lonesome Valley offers a rare opportunity to build a thoughtfully designed mountain retreat in one of the most sought-after communities on the Highlands–Cashiers Plateau. This homesite features gentle, highly buildable topography, ideal for creating a comfortable and private mountain residence. Positioned along Companion Drive, a small enclave of homesites on original Jennings family land, the setting is known for its privacy, natural beauty, and convenient proximity to the community’s amenity core. The property enjoys long-range partial window views of Cow Rock Mountain and surrounding ridgelines, providing a peaceful mountain backdrop while maintaining a sense of seclusion. Just 2.5 miles from the center of Cashiers, Lonesome Valley is an approximately 800-acre mountain farm community thoughtfully designed around family, simplicity, and a deep connection to nature. Residents enjoy an exceptional lifestyle with access to a pristine four-acre lake, trout pond, and 12 miles of scenic trails winding through meadows, streams, and waterfalls. Additional amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness barn, racquet sports complex, heated outdoor pool, community gardens, disc golf, and inviting family gathering spaces. Homeowners also enjoy priority access and preferred pricing at Canyon Kitchen and Canyon Spa, both conveniently located at the entrance of the community. Whether envisioned as a full-time residence or a refined mountain getaway, Lot 172 offers a compelling combination of privacy, gentle terrain, partial mountain outlooks, and exceptional location within one of the Plateau’s most beloved communities. Custom luxury mountain home concept plans designed specifically for the homesite are available upon request

172 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire

$575,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1002168 MLS

Discover a home in beautiful Sapphire, NC, with long-range mountain sunrise views, available for less than $1 million! This mountain chalet in the desirable Eagle Ridge community, in the heart of Sapphire Valley Resort, presents that rare opportunity. Experience glorious Carolina blue skies and sunrises that greet the morning, followed by moonrises and countless stars over the mountains at night, all from a serene retreat on a quiet cul-de-sac. Fall transforms the landscape with breathtaking colors, while deer and turkeys stroll through the backyard and hummingbirds visit the feeder, evoking a true mountain paradise. The main living area offers step-free access. Vaulted ceilings soar in the living and dining space, opening to an open deck, screened-in porch, and expansive mountain vistas. The kitchen, two bedrooms, and a bathroom reside conveniently on the main level. Upstairs, a spacious loft with transom windows, a full bathroom, and a walk-in closet adds over 500 square feet of versatile space — currently configured with a king-size bedroom set, TV entertainment area (including a sleeper sofa and big-screen TV), desk, and piano. Move-in ready, the home features extensive upgrades over the past 4–5 years, including dual-fuel gas/electric HVAC, a gas tankless water heater, a newer stone fireplace, currently used with gas logs (built to be convertible to accommodate gas or wood source with a drafted chimney flue) stainless steel kitchen appliances, updated plumbing fixtures, Pella windows and sliding glass door (partial replacement), a covered screened-in porch, a wood ramp to the front door, a walk-in crawl space for storage on the lower level, an exterior stone fire pit, and much more. As a bonus, the adjacent buildable lot ensures extra privacy and future expansion potential. Ownership includes access to Sapphire Valley Resort amenities, including heated pools, tennis courts, pickleball courts, a fitness center, a dog park, mini-golf facilities, a nine-hole golf course, and Fairfield Lake for swimming and boating. Winter fun abounds with skiing, snow tubing, and snowboarding. Escape scorching summers and urban hustle and bustle for a serene, nature-embraced lifestyle in the mountains.

363 Eagle Ridge Rd, Sapphire

$200,000

1001919 MLS

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a prime Golf View lot. Revel in the breathtaking view of the scenic 13th hole, along with several enchanting water features, from this buildable 2.1-acre parcel. Enjoy the tranquility of end-of-the-road privacy, ensuring a serene environment free from the noise of drive-through traffic. While membership into the prestigious Burlingame Country Club (offering golf, tennis, croquet, and dining) is optional, it is available with an approved membership application for those seeking an elevated lifestyle.

Lot 42FR Running Fox, Sapphire

$775,000

1001894 MLS

This expansive estate home site boasts stunning views of Laurel Knob and Cow Rock. You'll love the perfect blend of sweeping vistas, a gently rolling buildable area, and the seclusion that comes with near-end-of-the-road privacy. It's an ideal setting for your dream home! Located just 2.5 miles from the center of Cashiers, Lonesome Valley is an 800-acre residential mountain farm community celebrating family, simplicity, and nature. Members have access to numerous on-site amenities, including 8 miles of hiking trails, a well-equipped fitness facility, a heated outdoor pool, fishing in streams and ponds, lake activities, and rock climbing. Residents also enjoy priority access and pricing at Canyon Kitchen and Canyon Spa, both located at the entrance of the community.

144 Farmhouse Trl, Sapphire

$180,000

103201 MLS

Located within gated Burlingame sits a beautifully wooded 2.41 acre lot with a quiet stream. This buildable acreage is on community water and is located within the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. The area boasts the Horsepasture River, nature trails, waterfalls, premier trout fishing, and more. Memberships to the adjoining Burlingame Country Club are available if interested. 135 Rockhouse Falls Lane is an excellent opportunity to build that dream home and be a part of an incredible community!

L135 Rockhouse Falls Ln, Sapphire

$427,500

104298 MLS

Huge panoramic year round mountain and rock face views overlooking the Panthertown Valley National Forest from a gentle and buildable 2.55 acre homesite at 4340' elevation in the prestigious Divide Community. Divide owners enjoy wide paved roads, large private lots, gated entrance, fiber optic internet, community owned public-style water system, strong association, Divide Pavilion, private access trails into Panthertown, Bald Rock Equestrian Center & Sapphire Valley Resort Amenities. Lot is 100' from Preserve & Cont Divide.

Lot 46 Continental, Sapphire

$475,000

106305 MLS

THE most spectacular property available in Burlingame! Over 5 buildable acres, right on Miller Falls! These 2 lots are being sold together so that you can have a driveway access from lot 4 to a home on lot 5, right on top of this major waterfall. Where is your favorite fly fishing spot? Right in your own backyard!

Lots 4&5 & Dr, Sapphire

$200,000

106042 MLS

Tucked away in the meticulously maintained community of Burlingame, this stunning 2+ acre wooded lot features a peaceful stream, providing an idyllic setting for your future residence. This buildable property is situated on a quiet street with only a few neighboring homes. The area is abundant in natural beauty, showcasing the Horsepasture River, picturesque nature trails, stunning waterfalls, and exceptional trout fishing opportunities, along with breathtaking views almost everywhere you look, making it a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts. For those interested, optional memberships to the Burlingame Country Club are available, allowing you to enhance your lifestyle with exceptional amenities such as golf, tennis, pickleball, entertainment, and more. This is an extraordinary opportunity to create your dream home in a serene and beautiful natural environment.

135 Rockhouse Falls Ln, Sapphire

$410,000

106306 MLS

One of the most spectacular properties available in Burlingame! This beautiful 5+ acres on the Horsepasture River is at the end of the Hidden Lane cul-de-sac. This property is very buildable with great river access including a combination of rapid water and calm pool areas.

345 Hidden Ln, Sapphire

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Buildable Lot Homes in Sapphire, NC

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Sapphire Market — Buildable Lot Homes Comparison

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Sapphire

Buildable Lot Homes

inventory

Active Listings

280

Sold (Past 6 Mo.)

116

Under Contract

pricing

Avg. List Price

$627,685

$486,250

Cost / Sq. Ft.

$384

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typical home

Living Area

2,462 ft²

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Avg. Beds

3.0

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Avg. Baths

3.4

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Days on Market

162

219

Buildable Lot Homes in Sapphire: Market Data

Data as of October 21, 2026 (MLS snapshot; listings below update live)

As of October 21, 2026, Jon Tharp Homes' review of MLS data shows 4 active listings for Sapphire buildable lot homes. Listings like these do not come up often in Sapphire. That is about 1% of the 280 active listings in Sapphire across every property type. At the time, 2 more were pending, and 1 sold in the past six months. With so few listings, setting up a listing alert is the easiest way to learn of the next one.

Buildable Lot Homes in Sapphire, NC, October 21, 2026
Measure	Value
Active listings	4
All active listings in Sapphire, every property type	280
Under contract	2
Sold, past six months	1

Buildable Lot Homes in other cities

Buncombe County: 48 active, median $359,000
Asheville: 32 active, median $285,000
Jackson County: 25 active, median $275,000
Haywood County: 14 active, median $237,450
Macon County: 5 active

Market questions

How many Sapphire buildable lot homes are for sale?

There were 4 Sapphire buildable lot homes for sale as of October 21, 2026, based on Jon Tharp Homes' review of MLS data.

How do Sapphire buildable lot homes stack up against other cities?

As of October 21, 2026, there were 4 Sapphire buildable lot homes for sale. In the same search, Buncombe County had 48 buildable lot homes for sale at a median list price of $359,000, Asheville had 32 buildable lot homes for sale at a median list price of $285,000 and Jackson County had 25 buildable lot homes for sale at a median list price of $275,000.

How many Sapphire buildable lot homes sold recently?

There was 1 sale of Sapphire buildable lot homes in the six months before October 21, 2026.

How many Sapphire buildable lot homes are under contract?

As of October 21, 2026, 2 Sapphire buildable lot homes were under contract.

How do Sapphire buildable lot homes compare with all active listings in Sapphire?

As of October 21, 2026, there were 4 Sapphire buildable lot homes for sale, out of 280 active listings in Sapphire across every property type.

Listing data courtesy of Carolina Multiple Listing Services, Inc.

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