About 245 Locust Court
With a brand-new roof, freshly painted exterior, and newly enhanced rockwork creating an inviting outdoor patio space, this mountain retreat is packed with potential and priced to inspire opportunity. The sellers intentionally positioned this home to allow the next owner the freedom to add their own updates, personal style, and value—creating the perfect chance to step into instant equity. Whether you envision a profitable short-term rental, long-term investment property, or your own private getaway, this home offers the ideal combination of location, layout, and affordability. Tucked away on a private lot with an attached two-car garage and lower-level space ready for your ideas, the possibilities are endless for transforming this property into something truly special. Ownership includes access to the sought-after Sapphire Valley amenities, featuring an indoor pool, three outdoor pools, fitness center, walking track, playground, miniature golf, and a premier tennis facility with 14 courts. Residents also enjoy private access to the stunning 77-acre Lake Fairfield for swimming, fishing, canoeing, and paddle boating. Finding this much potential, privacy, and value in this price range is rare. With strong vacation rental possibilities and the added advantage of seller financing available, this is an exceptional opportunity to create your ideal mountain investment or personal retreat.
Features of 245 Locust Court
| MLS® # | 1003391 |
|---|---|
| Price | $320,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Acres | 0.71 |
| Year Built | 1988 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Ranch |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 245 Locust Court |
|---|---|
| Area | Sapphire Valley |
| Subdivision | Holly Forest |
| City | Sapphire |
| County | Jackson |
| State | NC |
| Zip Code | 28774 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Lake, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Putting Green, Tennis Court(s), Trails/Paths |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Propane, Water Connected |
| Parking | Attached, Concrete, Garage, Two Car Garage, Garage Door Opener |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| View | Trees/Woods |
| Is Lakefront | No |
| Lakefront | None |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Laminate |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Workshop |
| Appliances | Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer |
| Heating | Gas |
| Cooling | Heat Pump |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Concrete |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Living Room, Wood Burning |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Garden, Propane Tank - Owned |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Cul-De-Sac, Partially Cleared, Rolling Slope |
| Roof | Shingle |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | May 22nd, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees | 1038 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Annually |
Listing Details
| Office | Keller Williams Great Smokies |
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