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.
Active
Price cut: $25K (7/20)
$159,000
0 State Highway 126 Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
--beds
--baths
4.02Acres
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
4.02 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Surrounded by nature
- 89 days |
- 135 |
- 1 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Laura Ervin Mulwee lemulwee@bellsouth.net,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blue Ridge REALTORS®
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4383350
Facts & features
Interior
Interior area
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Lot
- Size: 4.02 Acres
- Features: Private, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 1755717198
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Needed
- Water: Well Needed
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Morganton
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $50,131
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/20/2026 | Price change | $100,000-20% |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4393278 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Price change | $125,000-37.5% |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4393278 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2026 | Price change | $199,900+25.7% |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4393278 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $159,000+156.5% |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4383350 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2025 | Sold | $62,000-6.7% |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10123934 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2025 | Pending sale | $66,450 |
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| 11/20/2025 | Price change | $66,450-3.7% |
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| 10/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $68,990 |
Source: Doorify MLS #10123934 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Pending sale | $68,990 |
Source: Doorify MLS #10123934 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $68,990-60.6% |
Source: Doorify MLS #10123934 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2020 | Sold | $175,000 |
Source:  Triad MLS #976234 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28655
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Oak Hill ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.7 mi
- 7/10Table Rock MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.7 mi
- 4/10Freedom HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oak Hill
- Middle: Table Rock
- High: Freedom
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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