A rare opportunity to find a property like this. Live in 1 side and rent the other with this duplex on approx 2.7 acres. Investment opportunity as you can build additional buildings or just enjoy your private mini farm. 1 side is mostly finished and adjacent side/unit is framed only. Lots of possibilities with this property, could be converted into single family or keep split as duplex. Building also offers full basement which could be additional living or storage space. Conveniently located off exit 96 of I-40 so short drive to beautiful Lake James or even Asheville, Morganton or Hickory. Will not last at $265,000
A rare opportunity to find a property like this. Live in 1 side and rent the other with this duplex on approx. 2.7 acres. Investment opportunity as you can build additional buildings or just enjoy your private mini farm. 1 side is mostly finished and adjacent side/unit is framed only. Lots of possibilities with this property, could be converted into single family or kept split as duplex. Building also offers full basement which could be additional living or storage space. Conveniently located off exit 96 of I-40 so short drive to beautiful; Lake James or even Asheville, Morganton or Hickory. Will not last at 265,000.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,041 (−0.5%)
$27,240 + $412,232
$439,472
2024
$3,055 (+55.7%)
$27,240 + $412,232
$439,472
2023
$1,961 (+9.3%)
$27,240 + $245,349
$272,589
2022
$1,795 (+0.7%)
$19,599 + $182,978
$202,577
2021
$1,783 (+68.5%)
$19,599 + $182,978
$202,577
2020
$1,058
$19,599 + $102,863
$122,462
2019
$1,058 (+71.6%)
$19,599 + $102,863
$122,462
2018
$616 (+295.7%)
$19,599 + $57,947
$77,546
2017
$156
$19,599
Tax history for 4009 Sundown Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,041 (−0.5%)
$27,240 + $412,232
$439,472
2024
$3,055 (+55.7%)
$27,240 + $412,232
$439,472
2023
$1,961 (+9.3%)
$27,240 + $245,349
$272,589
2022
$1,795 (+0.7%)
$19,599 + $182,978
$202,577
2021
$1,783 (+68.5%)
$19,599 + $182,978
$202,577
2020
$1,058
$19,599 + $102,863
$122,462
2019
$1,058 (+71.6%)
$19,599 + $102,863
$122,462
2018
$616 (+295.7%)
$19,599 + $57,947
$77,546
2017
$156
$19,599
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.69 Acres
Year renovated
2017
Sq. Ft.
1,272
Year built
2017
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Burke County
APN
19674
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
R-3
Residential District
The R-3 Residential District is a less restrictive residential district that allows a broader range of residential uses including Class A and Class B manufactured homes. A variety of compatible non-residential uses are allowed in areas that may be less suburban in nature.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Public service
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
SqFt Garage: 0
Parking Features: Basement, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump, Heat Pump
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 2,472
Sq. Ft. Unheated Basement: 2,472
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Laminate
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
Restrictions: No Restrictions
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Vinyl Siding
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Porch: Front
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Creek Front, Paved, Creek/Stream
Lot Size Area: 2.69
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: irreg
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Zoning NCM: R-3
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Glen Alpine
Middle Or Junior High School: Table Rock
High School: Freedom
Location Information
Directions: I-40 to exit 96, then north on kathy rd to 1st road on right (sundown) rd, go approx 1 mile see property on right.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,272
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.69 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Burke County
APN: 19674
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Home Information
Total Primary HLA: 1236
Living Area: 1236
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1236
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Sq. Ft. Additional: 0
Building Area Total: 1236
Foundation Details: Basement
Structure Type: Other
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Schools
Glen Alpine Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Table Rock Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
7/10
Freedom High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
4/10
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