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$18,000

Morganton, NC 28655
Listed by Mark Cox · N C Land and Lots LLC
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About this home

Nestled in the picturesque town of Morganton, this lot is approved for a 30 x 30 building footprint and would be perfect for a tiny house. With city sewer and water conveniently available, you can focus on crafting your ideal living space without worrying about the hassles of well and septic systems. Located behind Roses, the lot's prime location puts you just minutes away from the heart of downtown Morganton, where a diverse array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options await. Indulge in the town's thriving culinary scene, savoring the flavors of locally-owned eateries and breweries that have garnered a loyal following. For a night out on the town, catch the latest blockbuster at the cinema or explore the unique boutiques that line the streets. Convenience is paramount with this property, as it boasts easy access to major thoroughfares like US-70 and I-40, ensuring a seamless commute to nearby cities or a swift escape for weekend adventures in the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4120471
Property type
Lot
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Status
Active
Days on market
627
On market date
March 21, 2024
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Forest Hill Elementary
1.47 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
274
Student:teacher ratio
15.2:1
District
Burke County Schools
Middle
Liberty Middle
2.29 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
483
Student:teacher ratio
16.1:1
District
Burke County Schools
High
Burke Middle College
1.32 mi away · Grades 11-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
128
Student:teacher ratio
42.7:1
District
Burke County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Morganton's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

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EPA National Walkability Index
7.2 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores10
Parks3
Schools8
Transit stops19
Pharmacies10

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Morganton, from live MLS data.

On the market 627 days -- 308 more days than Morganton's current average of 319 days.
For reference, the median list price across 372 active listings in Morganton right now is $220,000.

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$3,600 down
$14,400 loan
Principal & interest$93
Property tax (est.)$15
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated December 8, 2025.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.