Front Entry
Patio w/outdoor kitchen for entertaining
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Virtually Staged Living Room
Large Living room w/gas log fireplace
Virtually Staged Dining Room
Dining Room
Gourmet kitchen with extra large island
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Virtually Staged office/library
Office/Library on main floor
Virtually Staged Primary Suite on Main Floor
Primary Suite
Primary En Suite Bathroom w/heated tile floor
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main floor laundry room
Main floor half bath
1 of 4 bedrooms upstairs
Jack & Jill Bath upstairs
Upstairs bedroom w/Jack & Jill Bath
Upstairs hall bath
Basement kitchenette
Spacious finished basement
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$799,000

Morganton, NC 28655
Listed by Loralie Clark · Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4.1
Living area
4,589 sqft
Year built
1990

About this home

Timeless elegance meets modern luxury in this classic brick Colonial, beautifully enhanced with high-end upgrades and thoughtful design throughout. Built in 1990 and surrounded by mature landscaping, the home offers exceptional curb appeal, highlighted by a stunning custom front door crafted by Appalachian Woodworks and new windows throughout. Inside, freshly refinished wood floors lead you through a gracious layout anchored by a gourmet kitchen featuring an extra-large island—perfect for gatherings, everyday living, and entertaining. The main floor primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a spa-like bathroom boasting heated floors and luxurious finishes. The finished basement expands the living space with a mini kitchen, full bath, media area, and abundant storage and workshop space—ideal for entertaining, hobbies, or multigenerational living. Upstairs, you’ll find four generously sized bedrooms. Two share a Jack-and-Jill bath, while the remaining two are served by a well-appointed hall bath, offering comfort and flexibility for family and guests alike. Step outside to the private backyard oasis featuring an outdoor kitchen and pergola, perfect for al fresco dining and relaxed evenings surrounded by lush, established landscaping. A perfect blend of classic architecture and modern comfort, this exceptional home is ready to be the backdrop for years of cherished family memories.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
CAR4345464
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Highland Park
Status
Active
Days on market
119
On market date
N/A
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
2
Lot size
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Hillcrest Elementary
2.31 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
266
Student:teacher ratio
14.8:1
District
Burke County Schools
Middle
Walter R Johnson Middle
1.3 mi away · Grades 6-8
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
489
Student:teacher ratio
15.3:1
District
Burke County Schools
High
Burke Middle College
3.42 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

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$159,800 down
$639,200 loan
Principal & interest$4,146
Property tax (est.)$666
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 3, 2026.

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