This exceptional 31± acre tract offers a hard-to-find combination of scenic beauty, usable land, and recreational opportunities. Accessed from Tallent Road via a well maintained entrance road, the property welcomes you with a mix of open fields, timber, water, and long-range mountain views. A potential homesite overlooks the pond and enjoys impressive mountain views, including Dobson Knob, Mount Mitchell, Bald Knob, and South Mountains. This site has been confirmed for a septic drain field and well but no permit obtained by the seller. This is a great starting point for a future home or mountain retreat. The land includes several open and tillable fields, with approximately 5 acres enclosed by solar-powered fencing and three access gates. Near the homesite, a stocked pond measuring 15+- feet deep creates both a beautiful setting and a place to enjoy fishing. A nearby block storage building offers convenient space for equipment and supplies. The property also features an established orchard with pear, apple, plum, and fig trees. A bridged creek provides easy access to another open field, while an extensive trail system winds throughout the property, making it ideal for horseback riding, ATVs, hiking, or simply exploring your own land. A healthy mix of pine and hardwood timber provides wildlife habitat and natural character across the tract. Whether you're looking for a homesite, mini-farm, recreational property, or a place to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends, this property offers plenty of possibilities. Conveniently located near Lake James, Lake Rhodhiss, Morganton, and I-40, you'll enjoy the privacy of a rural setting while remaining close to area amenities and outdoor recreation.
Lot #4 with 2.5 unrestricted acres located in the foothills just outside Morganton in Burke County, North Carolina. No HOA and no deed restrictions. The property includes a hay field, mid-aged loblolly pine plantation, mountain views and paved public road frontage in a convenient location near Interstate 40 and area recreation. Public water is available, power is available, and soils are suitable for septic. Low county 0.66% property taxes. Additional lots available. The property is close to South Mountains State Park and Game Lands, which offers 20,949 acres of public recreation land. From this location, you are about 15 minutes from Morganton, 13 minutes from Lake James, and roughly 45 minutes from Asheville. Visit Listing Agent's website to access interactive map, attachments, and video tour
Lot #3 with 13.4 acres located in the foothills just outside Morganton in Burke County, North Carolina. No HOA and no seller imposed deed restrictions. The property includes a hay field, a new driveway entrance, mid-aged loblolly pine plantation, mature hardwood forest, 1,000+ feet Silver Creek frontage, mountain views and paved public road frontage in a convenient location near Interstate 40 and area recreation. Public water is available, power is available, and soils are suitable for septic. Low county 0.66% property taxes. Additional lots available. Conservation easement along stream buffer. The property is close to South Mountains State Park and Game Lands, which offers 20,949 acres of public recreation land. From this location, you are about 15 minutes from Morganton, 13 minutes from Lake James, and roughly 45 minutes from Asheville. Visit Listing Agent's website to access interactive map, attachments, and video tour
Lot #2 with 12.9 acres located in the foothills just outside Morganton in Burke County, North Carolina. No HOA and no seller imposed deed restrictions. The property includes upper and lower hay fields, and mature bottomland hardwood forest with two streams, mountain views and paved public road frontage in a convenient location near Interstate 40 and area recreation. Public water is available, power is available, and soils are suitable for septic. Low county 0.66% property taxes. Additional lots available. Conservation easement along stream buffer. The property is close to South Mountains State Park and Game Lands, which offers 20,949 acres of public recreation land. From this location, you are about 15 minutes from Morganton, 13 minutes from Lake James, and roughly 45 minutes from Asheville. Visit Listing Agent's website to access interactive map, attachments, and video tour
This cleared commercial lot along one of Morganton's busiest roads is ready and waiting for your next venture. Zoned for high-intensity development, the property occupies a prime position between established businesses including Dollar General and an urgent care facility, with Walmart Neighborhood Market just down the road. High traffic counts and excellent visibility make this an ideal location for your next business venture. The lot is already cleared and ready, so you can hit the ground running. Don't let this opportunity slip away- reach out to schedule a showing today.
Beautiful wooded acreage with rolling terrain and a peaceful natural setting. This private tract offers a great mix of mature hardwoods, open cleared areas, and gentle slopes ideal for a future homesite . Enjoy mountain-style views, abundant wildlife, and plenty of space to explore while still being convenient to nearby amenities. A rare opportunity to own land with endless potential!
Beautiful wooded acreage with rolling terrain and a peaceful natural setting. This private tract offers a great mix of mature hardwoods, open cleared areas, and gentle slopes ideal for a future homesite . Enjoy mountain-style views, abundant wildlife, and plenty of space to explore while still being convenient to nearby amenities. A rare opportunity to own land with endless potential!
Beautiful wooded acreage with rolling terrain and a peaceful natural setting. This private tract offers a great mix of mature hardwoods, open cleared areas, and gentle slopes ideal for a future homesite . Enjoy mountain-style views, abundant wildlife, and plenty of space to explore while still being convenient to nearby amenities. A rare opportunity to own land with endless potential!
Beautiful wooded acreage with rolling terrain and a peaceful natural setting. This private tract offers a great mix of mature hardwoods, open cleared areas, and gentle slopes ideal for a future homesite . Enjoy mountain-style views, abundant wildlife, and plenty of space to explore while still being convenient to nearby amenities. A rare opportunity to own land with endless potential!
Beautiful wooded acreage with rolling terrain and a peaceful natural setting. This private tract offers a great mix of mature hardwoods, open cleared areas, and gentle slopes ideal for a future homesite . Enjoy mountain-style views, abundant wildlife, and plenty of space to explore while still being convenient to nearby amenities. A rare opportunity to own land with endless potential!
Nice lot in popular Old Oaks Estates. 2.35 wooded acres in gated subdivision. High speed fiber in community and underground utilities. We also have a builder for you to consider.
Beautiful and private 4-acre wooded tract near Lake James in the foothills of Western North Carolina. This residentially zoned (R-1) property in Burke County offers a peaceful setting with a cleared area that would make an ideal homesite surrounded by nature. Accessed from Highway 126 by a 24-foot deeded right-of-way, the property provides both convenience and seclusion. Well and septic will be needed. Scenic overlay and small corner is located in Conservation district. A wonderful opportunity to build your mountain getaway or full-time residence near Lake James recreation, hiking, and outdoor activities.
Build your dream home on this beautiful 0.86-acre cleared lot located in prestigious Silver Creek Plantation, Burke County’s premier golf course community. Perfectly suited for a basement home, this exceptional homesite overlooks Tee Box #5 and offers beautiful South Mountain views. Cleared and ready to build, this lot has already been perc’d for a 4-bedroom home and can accommodate a variety of floor plans, making it the ideal setting for luxury mountain and golf course living. Enjoy resort-style amenities including a 170-acre Tom Jackson-designed golf course, walking trails, fishing pond, cart trails, tennis courts, pool, and gated security. The impressive clubhouse features a restaurant, pro shop, locker rooms, meeting/party spaces, and year-round social events. Conveniently located less than 15 minutes from Lake James and downtown Morganton, 45 minutes to Asheville, and under 5 minutes to Interstate access. So much to do in this area including the nearby hiking, biking, state parks, breweries, wineries, and restaurants. Don't miss out on this one!!
Discover the perfect blend of mountain beauty and convenient location with these stunning acreage tracts located within the city limits of Valdese, near beautiful Lake Rhodhiss. Offering 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7-acre lots, these adjoining properties provide flexibility for buyers seeking a private estate, family compound, investment opportunity, or future development potential. Each tract features gorgeous mountain views, peaceful surroundings, and access to city water available at the road. Enjoy the serenity of nature while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, and outdoor recreation. Lots may be purchased individually or combined for expanded possibilities. Rarely do properties with this much versatility and scenic appeal become available in such a desirable location. Schedule your tour to come see the property at John Berry/Bryant Rd today!!
Discover the perfect blend of mountain beauty and convenient location with these stunning acreage tracts located within the city limits of Valdese, near beautiful Lake Rhodhiss. Offering 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7-acre lots, these adjoining properties provide flexibility for buyers seeking a private estate, family compound, investment opportunity, or future development potential. Each tract features gorgeous mountain views, peaceful surroundings, and access to city water available at the road. Enjoy the serenity of nature while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, and outdoor recreation. Lots may be purchased individually or combined for expanded possibilities. Rarely do properties with this much versatility and scenic appeal become available in such a desirable location. Schedule your tour to come see the property at John Berry/Bryant Rd today!!
Discover the perfect blend of mountain beauty and convenient location with these stunning acreage tracts located within the city limits of Valdese, near beautiful Lake Rhodhiss. Offering 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7-acre lots, these adjoining properties provide flexibility for buyers seeking a private estate, family compound, investment opportunity, or future development potential. Each tract features gorgeous mountain views, peaceful surroundings, and access to city water available at the road. Enjoy the serenity of nature while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, and outdoor recreation. Lots may be purchased individually or combined for expanded possibilities. Rarely do properties with this much versatility and scenic appeal become available in such a desirable location. Schedule your tour to come see the property at John Berry/Bryant Rd today!!
Build your dream home in one of the most exciting up-and-coming communities near Lake James. In close proximity to the lake shore, 3030 Channel View Cove. offers a rare opportunity to own a level, easy-to-build homesite in a neighborhood experiencing fresh momentum with brand-new construction underway. Enjoy the lifestyle that makes this area so desirable—private beach access to Lake James, perfect for swimming, kayaking, or simply unwinding by the water. Whether you’re envisioning a full-time residence or a serene mountain-lake retreat, this lot provides a versatile and builder-friendly foundation. Surrounded by new homes and thoughtful development, this community blends natural beauty with modern growth—making it an ideal investment for today and the future. Don’t miss your chance to be part of a growing neighborhood where lake living meets new construction energy. Lake James Community at Waters Edge. Community has Lake Access, beach access, fire pit area, walking trails, Short term rentals allowed.
MOTIVATED SELLER! Explore this beautiful 9.71-acre unrestricted property featuring a partially cleared trail that leads near the top of the acreage where long-range scenic views await - making it the perfect homesite for your future build.
Attention developers; Hard to find in town lot within walking distance to all of downtown, gently sloping .78 acre lot across street from the Rec and just below fonta flora brewery and the Marriott hotel. Located within central business district zoning. Ideal for multi family or many other applications. $249,900
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.
Build your waterfront dream home at Lake James, in the pristine gated community of Waters Edge. The property features a great build site and 168 feet of shoreline with a very gentle slope down to the water. This partially cleared, 0.94-acre waterfront lot has it's own beach, providing easy access to a quiet cove. Waters Edge is a gated community offering amenities such as a private swimming beach, a communal fire pit area, and access to the Fonta Flora mountain biking and hiking trail, which encircles the eastern side of Lake James. Short term rentals are allowed!
Peaceful water views and a fully equipped dock make this waterfront lot in SouthPointe stand out. Located at 4981 Camellia Drive (Lot 228), the property overlooks a quiet, protected cove with a view that opens up beautifully across Lake James. A platform dock, floating dock, and jet ski ramp are already in place—offering immediate access to the water without the wait. The setting provides both visual appeal and calm conditions for swimming, paddling, and boating. SouthPointe is one of the most established communities on Lake James and the only one with public sewer, along with high-speed fiber internet. Amenities include a lakeside clubhouse, pool, and walking trails. Convenient to downtown Morganton, where you’ll find a growing selection of restaurants, breweries, shops, and daily essentials. Well-positioned waterfront lots with this combination of view, dock, and build-readiness are becoming increasingly limited on Lake James.
MOTIVATED SELLER!! Lots have already perked for a well and septic! Discover the possibilities of two adjoining lots containing 1.82 acres and offering the perfect setting for your dream home or invest in future potential. The land features a gently rolling landscape with a mix of open spaces and wooded areas, ideal for a homesite while maintaining privacy. Enjoy the tranquility of country living while being conveniently located just minutes from I-40 and downtown Morganton. Restrictions are one home per lot. There is an old logging road located at the rear of the property, as well as a wet water spring. Agent has owner interest.
Discover the perfect canvas for your dream mountain retreat or investment project. This expansive, wooded property offers rare privacy and tranquility just minutes from the crystal-clear waters of Lake James. Ready-to-Build Canvas: Unlock the potential of this remarkable 52 acre tract of unimproved land, offering a rare combination of significant acreage and a prime location near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This property is an exceptional find for those seeking a private estate, a residential development project, or a long-term investment in one of North Carolina’s most sought-after recreational areas. At approximately 52.3 acres, this property offers unparalleled privacy and space for horses, agricultural pursuits, or a private trail network. Situated just minutes from the pristine waters of Lake James, you are perfectly positioned to enjoy world-class boating, fishing, mountain biking and hiking at Lake James State Park, Fonta Flora Trail, Linville Boat Ramp, Lake James Marina and many other close lake access areas. Since 0 Henderson Mill Rd is zoned for Mixed-Use, you aren't just buying a piece of land; you’re buying a "blank slate" for a live-work-play destination. This rare zoning near Lake James allows you to combine residential, commercial, and even light industrial uses on a single tract.
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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.
