Single Family Residence at Morganton
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Front of home.  Strategically placed to maximize enjoyment of the many trees on this wooded lot. - Morganton
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VIRTUALLY STAGED - Morganton
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VIRTUALLY STAGED - Morganton
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$235,000

Morganton, NC 28655
Listed by Irene Sawyer · Keller Williams High Country
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,236 sqft
Year built
1997

About this home

Welcome to your new home in the desirable Drexel area, a community within Burke County and adjacent to the mountain town of Morganton! Pride of ownership shines in this well-maintained, three-bedroom, two-bath, double-wide mobile home, owned and lovingly cared for by the same owner for nearly 30 years. New roof in 2024! Sliding glass door by the dining area provides additional light to the home. You won't believe the number of cabinets and storage in the kitchen, including a pantry. The kitchen is also highlighted by a tasteful ceramic backsplash. At the end of the counter top, an extended dining area is attached for added seating. Appliances include refrigerator, dishwasher, electric range. The vast living room, with views of the woods, includes a cultured stone, gas fireplace for added coziness during the cold, winter days (gas logs have never been used!). The primary bathroom features a custom walk-in shower. Ceiling fans throughout! Central HVAC for added comfort. City water! The residence sits on a private, one-acre wooded lot at the end of a paved, private drive offering exceptional peace and seclusion. A real plus is that this residence is under-bricked for a solid foundation! Additional awesome features include a single-car carport, a large storage building, and generous outdoor living spaces. Enjoy the peace and quiet of this neighborhood from the spacious covered front deck. This property offers a rare combination of privacy and functionality. Long- and short-term rentals permitted. Located less than 15 minutes to Interstate 40. Drexel is an outdoor-activity-oriented community making this home ideal as a full-time residence or a peaceful retreat close to nature. Sold unfurnished. Drexel centers on outdoor beauty, local history, and community events, with nearby attractions like McGalliard Falls Park, the Waldensian Heritage Trail & Museum, local farms, wineries, Lake James State Park, and the annual Drexel Fair offering nature, culture, and family entertainment. Additional High Country communities located less than an hour from this residence include Blowing Rock, Boone, Banner Elk, App State University (Hickory & Boone), and Linville (Linville Gorge). This is an ideal home offering a picturesque location with access to all amenities of the High Country. Schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
CAR4338713
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
None
Status
Active
Days on market
112
On market date
January 21, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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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.

Elementary
Drexel Elementary
1.23 mi away · Grades -1-5
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
446
Student:teacher ratio
15.4:1
District
Burke County Schools
Middle
Heritage Middle
1.93 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
512
Student:teacher ratio
17.1:1
District
Burke County Schools
High
Burke Middle College
5.15 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).

14
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.5 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

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

On the market 112 days -- 207 fewer 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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Est. monthly payment
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$47,000 down
$188,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,219
Property tax (est.)$196
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated May 22, 2026.

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.