PRICE IMPROVEMENT. Great opportunity to live in historic Riverside area of Morganton. Discover a rare Morganton treasure — a beautifully maintained 1930s traditional home in the historic Riverside area, offering timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. This spacious residence boasts 6 bedrooms and 5.5 baths across more than 4500 sq ft, designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless multi-generational arrangements. Step inside to find classic period details and generous formal rooms: a gracious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining area, and a den with fireplace that flows openly to an updated chef’s kitchen. The kitchen features a large island with gas cooktop, abundant cabinetry, and a wet bar with refrigerator drawers and an ice maker—perfect for entertaining. A bright breakfast room and convenient main-level laundry complete the family hub. The main primary suite is a peaceful retreat with a huge walk-in closet, large bath, and a charming bay window overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard. There is also a second bedroom with ensuite on main. Upstairs offers a second primary suite with a gas-log fireplace and ensuite bath, three additional bedrooms that share a hall bath, plus a cozy office or playroom and a finished attic nook for quiet study or storage. The lower level expands living options with a large family/rec room or office, a kitchenette, full bath and direct access to a 2-car basement garage featuring maximum storage and a garden potting room—ideal for hobbies and overflow living. Outdoor spaces include a screened porch off the living room and an open deck off the den, surrounded by mature trees, established landscaping, and colorful flowering shrubs. Blending charm with modern conveniences, this home is perfect for growing families, multigenerational households, or anyone who appreciates historic character paired with contemporary functionality. Easy walk to downtown Morganton shops, restaurants and entertainment. Located between Charlotte and Asheville, Morganton is a quaint small town with charm & character.
Single-familyProperty Type
1934Year Built
0.74 acresLot Size
$145Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Polly Leadbetter• Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
Est. $2,415 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 115 Riverside Ct
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HCMLS #261566
Aug 24, 2026
Sold
$670,000
$145/sq ft
Jul 21, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 18, 2026
Price Changed
$695,000
$151/sq ft
Apr 28, 2026
Listed
$795,000
$172/sq ft
+45
Discover a rare Morganton treasure — a beautifully maintained 1930s traditional home in the historic Riverside area, offering timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. This spacious residence boasts 6 bedrooms and 5.5 baths across more than 4500 sq ft, designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless multi-generational arrangements. Step inside to find classic period details and generous formal rooms: a gracious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining area, and a den with fireplace that flows openly to an updated chef’s kitchen. The kitchen features a large island with gas cooktop, abundant cabinetry, and a wet bar with refrigerator drawers and an ice maker—perfect for entertaining. A bright breakfast room and convenient main-level laundry complete the family hub. The main primary suite is a peaceful retreat with a huge walk-in closet, large bath, and a charming bay window overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard. There is also a second bedroom with ensuite on main. Upstairs offers a second primary suite with a gas-log fireplace and ensuite bath, three additional bedrooms that share a hall bath, plus a cozy office or playroom and a finished attic nook for quiet study or storage. The lower level expands living options with a large family/rec room or office, a kitchenette, full bath and direct access to a 2-car basement garage featuring maximum storage and a garden potting room—ideal for hobbies and overflow living. Outdoor spaces include a screened porch off the living room and an open deck off the den, surrounded by mature trees, established landscaping, and colorful flowering shrubs. Blending charm with modern conveniences, this home is perfect for growing families, multigenerational households, or anyone who appreciates historic character paired with contemporary functionality. Easy walk to downtown Morganton shops, restaurants and entertainment. Located between Charlotte and Asheville, Morganton is a quaint small town with charm & character.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4368667
Aug 24, 2026
Sold
$670,000
$145/sq ft
Aug 10, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 19, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 17, 2026
Price Changed
$695,000
$151/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Listed
$795,000
$172/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4220873
Aug 12, 2025
Price Changed
$795,000
$172/sq ft
Feb 12, 2025
Listed
$825,000
$179/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,630 (−0.7%)
$65,347 + $391,075
$456,422
2024
$2,649 (+0.2%)
$65,347 + $391,075
$456,422
2023
$2,644 (+3.1%)
$65,347 + $391,075
$456,422
2022
$2,564 (+8.4%)
$65,347 + $291,703
$357,050
2021
$2,364 (+0.2%)
$65,347 + $263,910
$329,257
2020
$2,360
$65,347 + $263,910
$329,257
2019
$2,360 (+9.2%)
$65,347 + $263,910
$329,257
2018
$2,162
$65,191 + $235,523
$300,714
2017
$2,160 (+2.4%)
$65,191 + $235,523
$300,714
2016
$2,109 (+0.2%)
$65,191 + $235,523
$300,714
2014
$2,105
$65,347 + $235,371
$300,718
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
3,902
Year built
1934
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Burke County
APN
1286
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
LID
Low Intensity District
The Low Intensity District is established primarily for single-family residential uses at a variety of densities depending on location and proximity to transportation corridors and services. It is also the intent of this district to allow for certain types of nonresidential community facilities and services that would not be detrimental to the residential character of the district.