Lovingly cared for and full of charm, this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage-ranch offers fresh interiors, attractive landscaping, and thoughtful updates throughout. Situated on a 0.35-acre lot, the property features a fenced backyard, storage shed with a charming chicken coop, portable fire pit, and a flourishing garden area with strawberries, trimmed blackberry bushes, fruit trees including crabapple and pear, plus assorted herbs, vegetables, and flowers. Inside, you’ll find nicely sized bedrooms, an oversized living room, and an adorable country kitchen with dining space that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. All appliances remain, including the refrigerator, electric range, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. The washer and dryer have been conveniently relocated to the attached garage, creating additional kitchen cabinet space and improved functionality. Major updates provide added peace of mind, including new windows installed in early 2023, HVAC replaced in 2021, and DryPro crawlspace in 2021. The encapsulated crawlspace features a sump pump, transferable dehumidifier system, transferable 10-year DryPro warranty, and offers excellent additional storage space. Nestled on a quaint road in Drexel near parks, schools, and Morganton, with an easy drive to the mountains and approximately one hour to Charlotte, this charming home is ready to welcome its next owner!
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$215Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Starr Franklin• One Community Real Estate
Contact: starrmfranklin@gmail.com
Bought with Bryson Lambert• RE/MAX Southern Lifestyles
Est. $1,320 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 122 Settlemyre Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4382008
Jul 9, 2026
Sold
$205,000
$215/sq ft
May 23, 2026
Contingent
—
May 14, 2026
Listed
$209,900
$220/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4207984
Jan 23, 2025
Sold
$185,000
$194/sq ft
Dec 31, 2024
Contingent
—
Dec 19, 2024
Listed
$184,900
$194/sq ft
+23
Welcome to 122 Settlemyre Rd, a charming 1-story cottage located in Drexel, NC. This cozy home features 2 BRs 1 BA, offering a perfect blend of comfort & simplicity. Ideal for first-time homebuyers, downsizers, or those seeking a peaceful retreat, this cottage provides a warm & inviting atmosphere. The spacious LR offers a great space for relaxation, while the functional kitchen features everything you need, including a cozy dining area. Both bedrooms are generously sized, providing a peaceful environment for rest. The bathroom is conveniently located nearby. Outside, the property offers a serene setting with plenty of room to personalize, whether for gardening or outdoor activities. The garage has heat & air. Located in a quiet neighborhood, this home is close to local amenities, schools, & parks, while still offering the tranquility of small-town living. The crawl space is encapsulated with a French drain, sump pump, dehumidifier & a transferable warranty. Schedule a showing today.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3814208
Mar 14, 2022
Sold
$150,000
$158/sq ft
Feb 14, 2022
Pending
—
Feb 8, 2022
Relisted
—
Jan 6, 2022
Pending
—
Jan 2, 2022
Listed
$147,500
$155/sq ft
Dec 24, 2021
Coming Soon
$147,500
$155/sq ft
+18
Absolutely adorable, recently updated cottage home. Enter into beautiful open living room making modern cozy. Updated, sunlit kitchen with new counter tops, back splash, new stainless steel appliances, new washer/dryer unit, new ceiling fans in each room. All new laminate flooring throughout (bathroom waterproof flooring). All new windows, all new doors, new lighting, NEW HVAC SYSTEM. Gorgeous ship-lap feature wall in bathroom. Stylish, freshly painted interior. Roof replaced 2018 (as per previous owner). Climate Controlled attached garage. Professionally Encapsulated Crawl Space with French Drain, sump pump and dehumidifier. Good, solid home in a cute neighborhood. No HOA restrictions, lots of room to let your imagination dream of how you will build on this plentiful lot. City of Drexel Electric, water, sewer & trash.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,334 (+55.4%)
$18,375 + $120,612
$138,987
2024
$858 (+0.6%)
$18,375 + $118,310
$136,685
2023
$853 (+59.0%)
$18,375 + $118,310
$136,685
2022
$537 (+1.1%)
$15,750 + $49,701
$65,451
2021
$531 (+0.8%)
$15,750 + $49,701
$65,451
2020
$527
$15,750 + $49,701
$65,451
2019
$527 (+6.5%)
$15,750 + $49,701
$65,451
2018
$495 (+0.4%)
$15,750 + $45,050
$60,800
2017
$493 (+3.0%)
$15,750 + $45,050
$60,800
2016
$478 (+0.8%)
$15,750 + $45,050
$60,800
2014
$474
$15,750 + $45,050
$60,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
952
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Burke County
APN
4956
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 6, 2026.
R-8
Residential District
This density is intended to be a quiet, medium-density residential neighborhood, consisting of single-family, two-family and multiple-family dwellings along with limited home occupations and limited private and public community uses. This district will accommodate dwellings with access to both public water and sewerage.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
SqFt Garage: 252
Parking Features: Driveway
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Garage
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Sump Pump
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Room Count: 5
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Vinyl
Roof: Fiberglass
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Zoning Specification: R-8
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Area: 0.35
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: Hwy 64/70 from Morganton, Turn onto Drexel road (toward downtown), turn left onto Mountain View St, right onto Park Ave, left onto Settlemyre, see house on right.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 952
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Burke County
APN: 4956
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 6, 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.: 952
Living Area: 952
Above Grade Finished Area: 952
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 952
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Drexel Primary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Heritage Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
Jimmy C. Draughn High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
8/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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 101° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Morganton, NC • 28655
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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68
41
75
49
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48
62
41
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31
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$195,000 – $236,000
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