Welcome to your dream home! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home, featuring an additional main-floor bonus room converted into a 4th bedroom, offers 2,762 sq ft of comfortable living space. Nestled on 1.17 acres of flat, picturesque land that gently slopes down to a peaceful creek, this beautifully maintained property offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and functionality. Upstairs, you'll find generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite featuring a gas log fireplace, a huge walk-in closet, a double-sink vanity, and private walkout access to a second-story deck overlooking the pool. The main floor is designed for both entertaining and everyday living with heart of pine hardwood floors throughout the home, a formal sitting area, a living room with cozy gas logs, a dedicated dining room, and an expansive kitchen with beadboard ceilings. Exit outside and enjoy the large screened-in porch – beautifully furnished and included with the home – ideal for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Your private backyard oasis features a low-maintenance eco-smart pool, a charming gazebo, and a carpeted pool house, along with a fully finished she shed — together totaling over 330 sq ft of versatile space for guests, hobbies, or extra living quarters. For even more versatility, the she shed includes a built-in loft, perfect as a playhouse, guest quarters, creative studio, or potential second living space. Located just minutes from downtown Morganton, I-40, and Lake James, this property offers peaceful living with unmatched convenience. Don’t miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind property with space, style, and so much more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
1.17 acresLot Size
$158Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Madeline Pollard• Western Piedmont Real Estate, LLC
Contact: madelinepollardrealestate@gmail.com
Bought with Nancy Roberts• Nancy Roberts Realty LLC
*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
3
Baths
0.5
Stories
1.75
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.17 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
2,239
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Burke County
APN
17599
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Bed & breakfast
Mixed use
Public service
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 3
# of Bedrooms: Main: 0
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Upper: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 11 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Kitchen
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Room Count: 12
Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Storage
Fencing: Wood
Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Property Information
Second Living Quarters: Exterior Not Connected,Guest House,Separate Entrance
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Gazebo, Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Zoning Specification: NC-O
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Creek Front, Level
Lot Size Area: 1.17
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: N/A
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Mountain View
Middle Or Junior High School: Walter Johnson
High School: Freedom
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 0.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,239
Stories: 1.75
Lot Size: 1.17 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Burke County
APN: 17599
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.: 3100
Living Area: 2762
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,762
Sq. Ft. Upper: 1152
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1610
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 338
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Mountain View Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
4/10
Walter R Johnson Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
Freedom High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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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, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Morganton, NC • 28655
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$465,000 – $563,000
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