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$179,000

Morganton, NC 28655
Listed by Blythe Walker · Nest Realty Morganton
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About this home

Nestled atop Burkemont Mountain, this breathtaking 3.39-acre property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise. Surrounded by the clouds, the land is mostly level, providing a great canvas for your dream home or a serene second retreat. With stunning, panoramic mountain views that stretch for miles, this is the ideal location for those seeking peace, privacy and natural beauty. Whether you’re looking to build a primary residence or a vacation getaway, this property offers just that.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4349227
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
Walkertop Mountain Overlook
Status
Active
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On market date
February 19, 2026
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Salem Elementary
3.66 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
394
Student:teacher ratio
15.8:1
District
Burke County Schools
Middle
Liberty Middle
5.2 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
5.79 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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$35,800 down
$143,200 loan
Principal & interest$929
Property tax (est.)$149
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated February 20, 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.