Welcome to this beautiful 13.49 acre property tucked away in a peaceful setting in Granite Falls. This land is truly ready for your dream home, featuring a brand-new survey, completed perc test for a 4-bedroom/3-bath home, and improved drainage already in place. Utilities are ready to go with a water tap installed and power available at the pole, plus several cleared areas offering flexibility for your homesite, garden, or outdoor living spaces. Access is convenient and well-planned with two driveways already in place, along with a single 30-foot right-of-way entrance leading you into the property. The land is also farm-qualified with a farm number and tax exemption in place, offering valuable agricultural benefits. What makes this property special is its natural beauty, creating a peaceful, private atmosphere and attracting abundant wildlife including deer. The property sits beside a large open field, adding to the expansive, quiet feel of the surroundings. Property features two streams that may offer potential for a future irrigation system, subject to buyer verification and any applicable permits or regulatory approvals. Excellent opportunity for horticulture, gardening, landscaping, orchards, pasture management, livestock, or other agricultural and homesteading uses. According to NC Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) guidelines, the property also has potential for future pond development. Whether you’re looking to build, farm, or simply enjoy a private retreat in nature, this property offers the perfect blend of usability, beauty, and freedom all in a highly desirable rural location.
Vacant landProperty Type
13.49 acresLot Size
$13,788Price/Acres
Listed by Biddy Nichols• Walker Real Estate Services LLC
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Caldwell County
APN
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Last updated by owner on Jun 18, 2026.
R-20
Residential Low Density District
This district is composed of certain quiet, low density residential sections of the community, plus certain open areas where similar residential development appears likely to occur, as indicated by the Land Development Plan. The regulations of this district are intended to discourage any use which, because of its character, would substantially interfere with the development of single family residences in the district and which would be detrimental to the quiet residential nature of the areas included within this district.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Acreage
Zoning Specification: R-20
Land Information
Possible Use: Agricultural, Farm, Gardening, Recreational, Residential, Timber
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 13.49
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Needed
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Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Restrictions
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Granite Falls
Middle Or Junior High School: Granite Falls
High School: South Caldwell
Location Information
Directions: From Granite Falls, take Hwy 321 toward Hickory. Turn onto Helton Rd and continue to the property. The entrance is a gravel driveway located between the 3rd and 4th house on Helton Rd. Look for the cleared entry leading into the property.
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: Caldwell County
APN: 08-57-1-10
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 18, 2026
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Around this home
Schools
Sawmills Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Hudson Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
3/10
South Caldwell High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Granite Falls, NC • 28630
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Granite Falls. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
6.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$185,000 – $224,000
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