8.29 Acres with Mountain Views – Snowhill Church Rd, Morganton, NC Escape to the mountains with this beautiful 8.29-acre property in the Silvercreek Township of Burke County, just outside Morganton, NC. Enjoy sweeping mountain views from this peaceful, wooded setting with plenty of privacy and room to roam. The property already has a well and septic system in place, along with an existing mobile home that needs a rehab. Whether you're looking to build your dream home, place a new mobile or modular home, or simply own a private mountain retreat, this property offers a fantastic foundation with utilities already established. Zoned R-3, the land includes a mix of prime and wooded acreage, offering flexibility for building sites, gardens, or simply enjoying the natural surroundings. Located in the West End Fire District with easy access to Morganton, this is a rare chance to own significant acreage with mountain views at an attractive price point. Property Highlights: 8.29 acres total Well and septic already installed Existing mobile home Stunning mountain views Zoned R-3 Burke County / Silvercreek Township West End Fire District
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
8.29 acresLot Size
Listed by Melissa Plemmons• EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne
8.29 Acres with Mountain Views – Snowhill Church Rd, Morganton, NC Escape to the mountains with this beautiful 8.29-acre property in the Silvercreek Township of Burke County, just outside Morganton, NC. Enjoy sweeping mountain views from this peaceful, wooded setting with plenty of privacy and room to roam. The property already has a well and septic system in place, along with an existing mobile home that needs a rehab. Whether you're looking to build your dream home, place a new mobile or modular home, or simply own a private mountain retreat, this property offers a fantastic foundation with utilities already established. Zoned R-3, the land includes a mix of prime and wooded acreage, offering flexibility for building sites, gardens, or simply enjoying the natural surroundings. Located in the West End Fire District with easy access to Morganton, this is a rare chance to own significant acreage with mountain views at an attractive price point. Property Highlights: 8.29 acres total Well and septic already installed Existing mobile home Stunning mountain views Zoned R-3 Burke County / Silvercreek Township West End Fire District
Public Records
Apr 22, 1988
Sold
$7,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$310 (−0.8%)
$40,235 + $4,000
$44,235
2024
$313 (−21.3%)
$40,235 + $4,000
$44,235
2023
$397 (−7.3%)
$40,235 + $4,000
$44,235
2022
$428 (+1.4%)
$34,900 + $4,000
$38,900
2021
$422 (+1.0%)
$34,900 + $4,000
$38,900
2020
$418 (−4.0%)
$34,900 + $4,000
$38,900
2019
$435 (+2.7%)
$34,900 + $4,000
$38,900
2018
$424 (−0.6%)
$34,900 + $3,400
$38,300
2017
$427 (+5.3%)
$34,900 + $3,400
$38,300
2014
$405
$34,900 + $3,400
$38,300
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Zoning
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8 Acres
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Single Family Residential
County
Burke County
APN
40904
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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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Morganton, NC • 28655
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 4691 Snowhill Church Rd
$94,559
$4,441 under list price of $99K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $175K to $680K.