Lot #8 with 3.04 unrestricted acres located in the foothills just outside Morganton in Burke County, North Carolina. No HOA and No Deed restrictions. The property is forested with mature hardwoods and loblolly pine, and paved public road frontage in a convenient location near Interstate 40 and area recreation. Public water is available, power is available, and soils are suitable for septic. Low county 0.66% property taxes. Additional lots available. The property is close to South Mountains State Park and Game Lands, which offers 20,949 acres of public recreation land. From this location, you are about 15 minutes from Morganton, 13 minutes from Lake James, and roughly 45 minutes from Asheville and Tryon International Horse Equestrian Center. Visit Listing agent's website to access interactive map, attachments, and video tour.
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
W A Young Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.0mi
6/10
Table Rock Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.1mi
7/10
Freedom High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.2mi
4/10
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Pasture
Rolling slopes with views
Paved road frontage
Publicly maintained road
Home design
Land property (Acreage)
Construction
3.04 acres
Utilities
Public water available
Septic required
Electricity connected
Wired internet available
HOA & community
No HOA
Other
Zoning: R-MU
Possible uses include agricultural, cattle, farm, horses, orchard, pasture/grazing, private estate, recreational, residential, timber/tree farm, and other (see remarks)
No restrictions
Directions: From Dysartsville Road, take Morrison Road 0.5 miles; lot #1 begins on the right in 0.5 miles. Nearby address 5249 Morrison Road, Morganton, NC 28655.
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Vacant Land
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Burke County
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portion of 23935
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Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
R-MU
Rural Mixed-Use District
The Rural Mixed-Use District (R-MU) district is intended to allow residential and non-residential development to occur with fewer restrictions in less urbanized areas of the county. The intended result is less conflict between adjacent property owners while maintaining the rural appearance of the area.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Morganton, NC • 28655
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Morganton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 8 Morrison Rd
$61,748
$4,252 under list price of $66K
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