Exceptional Investment Opportunity Near Lake James – 8.37 Acres! Discover the potential of this unique property offering four parcels totaling approximately 8.37 acres, conveniently located just minutes from Lake James. Whether you're seeking a private estate, recreational retreat, or investment property, this tract provides endless possibilities. The property includes an existing home that is being sold AS IS due to damage and will require repairs or removal. Utilities and existing improvements may offer added value for the next owner, subject to verification. Surrounded by the natural beauty and outdoor recreation that make the Lake James area so desirable, this property combines privacy, acreage, and a prime location with easy access to boating, fishing, hiking, and nearby amenities. With multiple parcels included, buyers have the flexibility to explore various uses while enjoying the convenience of being close to Lake James and Morganton. Bring your vision and unlock the possibilities this rare acreage opportunity has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
8.37 acresLot Size
$62Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Harrison Webb• Fonta Flora Realty
Contact: harrison@fontaflorarealty.com
Bought with Michele Webb• Asheworth Group WNC Real Estate LLC
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.
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: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Other - See Remarks
Cooling Information: Other - See Remarks
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: Other
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Manufactured
Construction Materials: Vinyl
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has Additional Parcels
Zoning Specification: R-2
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 8.37
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Other - See Remarks
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Glen Alpine
Middle Or Junior High School: Table Rock
High School: Freedom
Location Information
Directions: GPS takes you there. Hampson Rd is on the right just after Conley Bumgarner on St Pauls Church Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,384
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.51 acres
Style: Mobile/Manufactured Home
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: 1993
County: Burke County
APN: 48935
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 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.: 1384
Living Area: 1384
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,384
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1384
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Foundation Details: Other - See Remarks
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Glen Alpine Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
7/10
Table Rock Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
Freedom High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
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
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 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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