Classic brick ranch with a fresh, easy feel~just minutes from downtown Morganton. This 3BR/2BA home offers true one-level living with a versatile floorplan and multiple living areas. Hardwood floors run throughout living and bedrooms, while oversized windows bring in all the natural light. The roomy den centers around a brick gas fireplace, creating a comfortable, cozy space. This home has three distinct living areas that provides flexibility: a formal living room, separate den with fireplace and a lovely sunroom with its own mini-split system. Ideal for a home office, media room, play space or quiet retreat. Kitchen offers generous cabinet storage, breakfast bar and connects easily to the dining area. The owner’s suite features dual closets and a private bath with a walk-in tiled shower. Two additional bedrooms share a full bath featuring a tub/shower combo. Outside, a brand new concrete patio and a fully fenced, level backyard give you room to grill, garden, and play. Well-loved landscaping keeps color coming back year after year and draws in birds and butterflies. Large outbuilding adds room for projects, storage, or a workshop setup. Attached two-car garage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$172Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Starla Hoke• McCombs & Hoke Real Estate
Contact: starla@mccombsandhoke.com
Bought with Bobbie McCombs• McCombs & Hoke Real Estate
Est. $1,622 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 513 Bost Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4371426
May 29, 2026
Sold
$295,000
$172/sq ft
May 11, 2026
Contingent
—
May 9, 2026
Listed
$295,000
$172/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 14, 2012
Sold
$138,000
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,279 (−0.5%)
$21,840 + $191,208
$213,048
2024
$1,286 (+0.4%)
$21,840 + $191,208
$213,048
2023
$1,281 (+16.4%)
$21,840 + $191,208
$213,048
2022
$1,101 (+0.5%)
$23,100 + $123,464
$146,564
2021
$1,095 (+0.1%)
$23,100 + $123,464
$146,564
2020
$1,093
$23,100 + $123,863
$146,963
2019
$1,093 (+6.7%)
$23,100 + $123,863
$146,963
2018
$1,025 (+0.2%)
$23,100 + $113,959
$137,059
2017
$1,023 (+2.6%)
$23,100 + $113,959
$137,059
2016
$997 (+0.5%)
$23,100 + $113,959
$137,059
2014
$992
$23,100 + $113,959
$137,059
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
1,509
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Burke County
APN
39572
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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: 1
Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
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
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Utility Room, Inside, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 9
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Full
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Zoning: LID
Zoning Specification: Morganto
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Area: 0.435
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Subdivision
Restrictions Description: Book 358, Page 508, Burke Registry
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Mountain View
Middle Or Junior High School: Walter Johnson
High School: Freedom
Location Information
Directions: From Morganton, travel on North Green Street/Hwy. 181. Turn right onto Bost Road. Home on left. See sign.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,509
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Burke County
APN: 39572
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1716
Living Area: 1716
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,716
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1716
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Mountain View Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
4/10
Walter R Johnson Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
Freedom High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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
0.31% 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
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$300,000 – $363,000
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