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fall/winter view from the top of the ridgeline - great spot for building
gold panning creek on property
gold panning creek on property
Sunset view from the ridgeline in the fall
fall/winter view from the ridgeline
fall/winter view from the ridgeline
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$220,000

Morganton, NC 28655
Listed by Shiane Eubanks · EXP Realty LLC
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About this home

Discover 17.5 acres of unrestricted land in Morganton, offering a rare opportunity for a private mountain retreat, hunting property, investment tract, or future homesite in Western North Carolina. This versatile acreage features a flowing creek ideal for gold panning, rolling terrain, and breathtaking ridge-line and mountain views. With no HOA and no deed restrictions, this property is perfect for tiny homes, cabins, mobile homes, RV use, short-term rentals, or off-grid living. Abundant wildlife makes it an excellent option for hunting land or recreational use, and its proximity to a nearby wildlife management area adds even more appeal for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy the privacy and seclusion buyers are searching for, while still being within a convenient drive to downtown Morganton, Lake James, and Pisgah National Forest. Whether you’re looking for North Carolina mountain land, acreage with a creek, land for sale in Morganton NC, or unrestricted property with views, this tract checks all the boxes. Don’t miss this chance to own 17.5 acres of prime Western NC land with endless potential.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4377229
Property type
Acreage
Subdivision
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Status
Active
Days on market
68
On market date
May 1, 2026
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
W A Young Elementary
7.76 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
309
Student:teacher ratio
12.4:1
District
Burke County Schools
Middle
Liberty Middle
8.84 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
9.2 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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$44,000 down
$176,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,142
Property tax (est.)$183
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 9, 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.