Located just minutes from beautiful Lake James, this 3 bedroom, 1 bath home offers a great opportunity to enjoy mountain and lake living at an affordable price. Nestled in the foothills of western NC, the property is conveniently situated near outdoor recreation, including boating, fishing, hiking, and camping a nearby Lake James State Park. The home features a functional floor plan with three comfortable bedrooms, one full bathroom, and a cozy living area. While the home livable, it would benefit from some updating and cosmetic improvements, making it a great option for investors, first time buyers, or anyone looking to add their own personal touch.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
0.58 acresLot Size
$157Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lance Sherrill• RE/MAX Southern Lifestyles
Contact: lancesherrill@hotmail.com
Bought with Daisy Donnahue• Coldwell Banker Newton RE
Est. $1,349 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1076 Browning View Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4357176
Apr 22, 2026
Sold
$151,000
$157/sq ft
Mar 21, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 15, 2026
Listed
$144,900
$151/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 23, 1990
Sold
$20,500
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$723 (−0.1%)
$20,960 + $78,364
$99,324
2024
$724
$20,960 + $78,364
$99,324
2023
$724 (+30.9%)
$20,960 + $78,364
$99,324
2022
$553 (+1.1%)
$10,540 + $50,236
$60,776
2021
$547 (+0.7%)
$10,540 + $50,236
$60,776
2020
$543
$10,540 + $50,236
$60,776
2019
$543 (+13.5%)
$10,540 + $50,236
$60,776
2018
$478 (+0.4%)
$6,540 + $45,894
$52,434
2017
$476 (+2.9%)
$6,540 + $45,894
$52,434
2016
$463 (+0.9%)
$6,540 + $45,894
$52,434
2014
$459
$6,540 + $45,894
$52,434
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.58 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Burke County
APN
18175
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
R-2
SCENIC OVERLAY
Residential District
The R-2 Residential District is intended to be similar to the R-1 district in its residential nature. However, R-2 district also allows Class A manufactured homes and multi-family housing options as well. Allowed uses in this district are sensitive to the residential character of the area and non-residential uses are limited.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Cemetery
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
Parking Features: Attached Carport
Has Carport
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Baseboard
Cooling Information: None
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Full
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: R-3
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.58
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Oak Hill
Middle Or Junior High School: Table Rock
High School: Freedom
Location Information
Directions: From North Green St, turn left onto Independence BLVD (NC 126 W), for about 7.5 miles, Turn right onto Gwaltney Rd., turn left onto Browning View Rd, house is on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Burke County
APN: 18175
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 960
Living Area: 960
Above Grade Finished Area: 960
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 960
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Oak Hill Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.9mi
3/10
Table Rock Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
7/10
Freedom High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Morganton, NC • 28655
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$207,000 – $250,000
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