?Unique opportunity in downtown Glen Alpine. This former small auto repair shop features a 3-bay garage with office space and has been unused for several years. Could be ideal for vintage car enthusiasts needing storage space or for artists looking for a creative workspace. A convenient location is enhanced by long-range mountain views, providing an inspiring backdrop.
Excellent opportunity to acquire a Cash-flowing Commercial Investment – 2 separate properties/buildings with 1 tenant. $12,875 of gross monthly income with scheduled increases! Currently leased to a well-established & stable woodworking manufacturer, these properties provide over 34,000 sq ft of versatile space suitable for manufacturing, cabinet/woodworking, warehousing, and much more. According to recent appraisal, the locations see between 10,000 and 10,500 cars per day. Industrial Zoning allows for many uses (see attached Table of Uses from County). BUILDING #1 (street number 3083) has a Fire Hydrant on site and consists of 24,460 sq ft of total building space, including 368 sq ft of Office area, 24,092 sq ft of warehouse/shop area, 4 restrooms, 16'10" ceilings, 460V & 240V 3-phase electrical service, 3 Drive-In Garage Doors, 2 Dock High Doors, Loading Dock, industrial fans/several wall units for cooling, & a top-of-the-line Dust Collection System throughout. BUILDING #2 (street number 2171) is located directly across from Fire Department and consists of 10,047 sq ft of total building space, with 697 sq ft of Office area, 9,350 sq ft of warehouse/shop area2 restrooms, 12'10'' ceilings, 460V 3-phase electrical service, 3 paint/spray booths, 3 Drive-In Garage Doors, & central A/C in the office. Both buildings have propane gas heaters as well as their own wood furnace heaters (which they tend to rely on) for heat. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to obtain monthly cash flow! Contact agent ASAP to schedule a showing!
Prime commercial land situated in a highly desirable location along a major commercial corridor, just half a mile from I-40. With traffic counts at 20,000+ vpd, this site offers excellent visibility and accessibility. Adjacent to a Dollar General and surrounded by general retail, big box retail, grocery-anchored retail, multifamily, and hospitality, this flat and graded site is ready for immediate development. The owner is also open to considering a build-to-suit arrangement for the right long term tenant.
Prominent location and the chance to own a whole corner. Brewery opportunity for sale on five parcels totaling approximately 0.72 acres, zoned CBD in downtown Morganton, NC. This fully upfitted warehouse features a 30-barrel brewing system, tap room, and canning line, ready for immediate operation. Amenities include two restrooms with ADA-compliant stalls, 17' clear ceiling height (18' to insulation), a 17'×14' dock door, a 9'×9' dock door, a 7'×7' cooler, and four roof-mounted ethylene glycol chillers. Interior column spacing of 20' across by 22' deep (with some areas as close as 10') allows flexible production and storage layouts. The fully sprinklered building can accommodate up to 170 chairs or 110 tables and chairs — ideal for production, tap-room events, or future expansion. The property offers excellent regional access, just 1.8 miles from Exit 103 of I-40 in Morganton.
Zoned HID Unimproved Commercial 0.87 tract only 0.6 miles to I-40 at exit 104 on Old NC 18 across from Broughton Hospital. High traffic Visibility. Wide variety of commercial, business, residential and office uses. (See Zoning permitted uses attached in Disclosures) City utilities & zoning. This location is minutes to main Morganton thorough fare into downtown.
Buildable Acreage in Downtown Morganton! Single Family Residential, Apartments, Duplex or Commercial opportunities. Fronting East McDowell and Park Place. (3) parcels 1.15 acres, 2.8 acres and .33 totaling 4.28 +/- 3 separate parcels REID 6190,6192 and 31265, 2703379001 and 2703460979 as described at the Burke County Courthouse.
Great opportunity to purchase this 30,000+ SQFT commercial building situated on a spacious lot. Located on E Meeting St. with sidewalk access to downtown Morganton. Access is granted along the 375+ feet of road frontage on E Meeting St. This property is surrounded by a number of businesses and other mixed uses, making the potential endless. Multiple loading docs, fenced in and secure rear lot, ample amount of storage and so much more. Seeing this building will make your imagination run wild. With Morganton's current and projected growth patterns, this rarity will certainly be a part of it. Agent Remarks
Property offers many opportunities! Approximately 600 ft of road frontage in great location. Buyer to verify current zoning and "highest and best" use.
Vacant industrial land, 38 Acres ready for development, zoned industrial, Opportunity Zone, City of Morganton, NC. Two-mile drive to I-40. Utilities at site include electric, natural gas, water and sewer. Located within Hickory/Morganton MSA, ranked among the Best Places to Live and Most Affordable Metros by U S News & World Report 2022/2023.
Established Seafood Business – Turnkey Opportunity! Fisherman’s Catch – A Thriving, Legacy Seafood Operation With 42 Years Of Proven Success. Priced For A Quick Sale At ONLY $650,000! This Full-Package Deal Includes Two Very Valuable Lots With A Solid Building On E. Fleming, Plus Five Trucks (Two 2019 Isuzus, A 2000 Isuzu, 2006 GMC, And 2016 Chevy). The Retail Storefront Is Leased At $1,250/Month With $100 Yearly Increments. Store Comes Fully Outfitted With $50K In Retail/Restaurant Equipment, A $30K Freezer (New Thermo King Unit), And A $25K Cooler (New Compressor). Also Includes Three Outdoor Coolers, $5K In Truck Parts And Tools, $5K In Inventory (Boxes/Bags) Seller Will Stay On To Assist In A Seamless Transition And Will Sell All Accounts Receivable At Wholesale. This Is A Rare Opportunity To Step Into A Turnkey, High-Potential Operation With Deep Roots, Prime Real Estate, And Endless Growth Possibilities
HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT! If you are looking to get into the restaurant industry or expand to a new location, check out this property. Located in the quaint town of Glen Alpine, this historic building is located at the corner of Catawba and Linville Streets and dates back to 1902. It is aptly named Glen Alpine Station as the train passes by the front doors on a daily basis. The current owner has recently updated the restaurant with a new roof in 2024, some new kitchen appliances and installed booths downstairs. An ornate wood staircase leads to the upstairs lounge area that has a full bar. The upstairs area showcases original hardwood floors that have been refurbished and beautifully arched windows with views over Main Street, as well as long range mountain views.
At 2,539 ft elevation, Hidden Hill Venue & Conference Center delivers sweeping panoramic views of Grandfather Mtn, Lake James, Mt.Mitchell & the Black Mtn Range w/ potential for both continued commercial use or a private luxury estate conversion. The centerpiece is a 4,790 sq ft barn-style structure built in 2017, blending the elegance of a southern estate w/ the functionality of an open-concept event space. Soaring ceilings, upscale finishes & seamless indoor-outdoor flow provide a stunning backdrop for weddings, retreats, or residential living. 2024 updates include a new extended patio ($20K), sealcoated driveway, new underground drain pipes & fresh sod across 40% of the front yard. New booster pump, sprinkler pump & water pressure tank. HVAC unit received a new compressor in 2024. Serene & accessible, between Asheville & Charlotte. 70-car parking lot, established vendors & a loyal client base. This is a turn-key venue opportunity—or a mountaintop retreat waiting to be reimagined.
Once thriving restaurant site and a total of 2.75+- acres is available and poised to thrive again! 309 Enola Rd. was once the location of Chik-fil-a and went through a transformation when the highway was expanded. These 5 parcels are now available for purchase and is zoned HID. Located at the entrance of a modern shopping center which houses Food Lion, Bin 5, Peak Performance Fitness and more! Just off I-40 Exit 104, this exit needs your business! 10,000+ average daily traffic count. City sewer and water are available.
Ready to Develop 1.4 acres at the entrance of a Prime Shopping Center just off I-40 Exit 104. Dream it and built it! Pictures and video are representative of a possible use and should not be misconstrued as guaranteed. Zoning is City of Morganton HID
Come make this local barber shop your own! Conveniently located in downtown Morganton and featuring 5 stations currently, this is the perfect opportunity to make your barber shop dreams come true! Building features an open floor plan with waiting area and office space plus his and her toilets. Building is equipped with natural gas and features a gas furnace and hot-water heater.
Attention developers, prime commercial lot with over 20,000 cars per day per NCDOT and only 1/10th mile to I-40 from this .4 acre level lot ready to build. Lot has access to city water & sewer and surrounded by Lowes, rural king and many other national retailers.
Property is vacant level lot in the middle of downtown Morganton. This is a unique opportunity for commercial development opportunity in the center of downtown. Owner financing is preferred method to finance acquisition.
Located on the corner of Hwy 70 and Dysartsville RD. This property has excellent road frontage on both sides. Has been used as a boat storage and repair shop. A Roofing Company is leasing the front building at the moment. Lease needs to be honored by a new buyer. The garage area and fenced in area could be leased for additional income. The 4 bay garage and fenced in area is not subject to a lease at this time. Would be a great location for any business. The additional storage sheds and carport will also transfer with the property. The front building has had some updates within the last few years including a new heat pump. * Owner may consider owner financing with a large down payment *
THIS PROPERTY IS AVAILABLE FOR SALE...IT IS LEASED ON A MONTH-TO-MONTH BASIS. Own a piece of Morganton’s history! Originally St. Stephens Episcopal Church, this charming property was thoughtfully renovated in 2021, blending its historical architecture with modern updates. Renovations were for a doughnut shop and included a new roof and HVAC. Kitchen is downstairs, so space was left to add a dumbwaiter. If looking for a restaurant space, enjoy the tankless water heaters, vented hood and grease trap (also added in 2021) making it ready for continued culinary use or a fresh business venture. Plenty of seating in the main dining area and there's also outdoor patio seating. Located behind the Fairfield Inn & Suites and across the street from Morganton's vibrant central business district. Downtown Morganton is perfect for anyone looking to invest in a thriving community with a blend of history and modern growth. Downtown Morganton has shopping, dining, and places a strong emphasis on the arts. Don’t miss this unique opportunity!
Seize the chance to own this prime property located on the corner of a bustling intersection ensuring maxium visibility and customer flow. Per the last traffic count in 2022, the average daily traffic count on N Green east of Sanford was 11,500, 21,500 on N Green west of Sanford, 12,500 on north Sanford and 10,500 on south Sanford. This property is zoned HID with RD-O overlay offering a vast array of possibilities. City power, water, and sewer available. Gas is also available at this location.
PERFECT business opportunity at a PRIME high volume area of Morganton. This is one the fastest growing parts of this City. Overlays HID & RD-O. NCDOT traffic count is 11000 a day on this location, at west at West Union 19000 cars a day. Morganton is in need of several different types of food services. Let this be your new opportunity. Property is a clean slate for your new business. Call today for your showing.....
PRIME REAL ESTATE with high visibility bordering Interstate 40. Western North Carolina is a place where many want to live an visit. I-40 Exit 100 is approximately 1,600 feet from property. Average Daily Traffic County per NCDOT on 9/12/23 was 13,385 north of Highlander Street. The traffic count should pick up once the Sheetz convenient store located on the corner of Jamestown and Carbon City Road opens around April, 2024. Five parcels included with various zoning classifications of HID, CU and MID with neighborhood overlay. There are 3 rental homes on the property along Jamestown Road with address of 905, 903 and 915. Most of the property is wooded and there is a flood zone on the backside of the property. Usable property in HID & CU zoning is approximately 10 acres. I-40 and Jamestown road right-of-way. Corridor overlay alogn Jamestown Road. Property may need to be re-zoned depending on use.
THE LAST COMMERCIAL CORNER TRACT. 0.8 miles to i-40. Zoned GB-CU. High traffic Visibility. Also includes (Record# 8876, PIN 1792841069) combined 2.5+/- acres. Wide variety of commercial, business and office uses. Underground natural gas & utilities available. Adequate City water and sewer present to serve any commercial use proposed. Close businesses include LOWES, Rural King, Big Lots, Food Lion, Morganton Honda Dealership and multiple National Fast Food Chains. (refer to MLS#3577251)
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Morganton is located in North Carolina. Morganton, North Carolina has a population of 17,389. Morganton is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 21.44% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.01%.
The median household income in Morganton, North Carolina is $43,103. The median household income for the surrounding county is $48,142 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Morganton is 37.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 87.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 27.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 48.3 inches per year, with 4.3 inches of snow per year.