$425,000
About this home
Welcome to 115 Brackett Street—an extraordinary opportunity to own a true piece of North Carolina history. Known as the Etta Baker Estate, this property is the original homeplace of legendary Piedmont blues musician Etta Baker, whose influence shaped generations of American music. Born in Caldwell County and raised in Morganton, Etta Baker became one of the most celebrated traditional blues guitarists of the 20th century, inspiring artists such as Bob Dylan and Taj Mahal with her distinctive fingerstyle sound. Her music, rooted deeply in the culture and spirit of the Appalachian region, continues to resonate around the world today. This home is more than a residence—it is a legacy. The very grounds carry the story of a woman whose life, music, and perseverance left a lasting mark on American heritage. For the discerning buyer who values authenticity, culture, and historical significance, this property offers a rare chance to preserve and be part of that story. Whether envisioned as a private residence, a curated restoration, or a tribute to its rich musical roots, 115 Brackett Street invites you to step into history and carry it forward. Opportunities like this are exceedingly rare—where place, provenance, and purpose come together in one meaningful offering.
Property details
- MLS #
- CAR4394218
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- None
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 6
- On market date
- June 19, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 1
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- N/A
Location
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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.
- Enrollment
- 266
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.8:1
- District
- Burke County Schools
- Enrollment
- 489
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.3:1
- District
- Burke County Schools
- 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).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in Morganton, from live MLS data.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 25, 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.