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    1303 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC 28655

    2beds
    1,207sqft
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    $1,517/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1901
    0.18 Acres Lot
    $232,900 Zestimate®
    $198/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Crisp contemporary finishesBright natural lightGenerous room sizesGorgeous wide-plank pergo flooringNew metal roofNew range and dishwasherWhite cabinetry
    Fresh, modern and thoughtfully designed, this charming 2BR/1.5BA cottage-style home offers easy one-level living and has been transformed from top to bottom. A 2026 renovation brought new life to every corner, including a new metal roof, HVAC system, siding, windows, flooring, paint, electrical and plumbing updates, doors, kitchen, bathrooms and more. Gorgeous wide-plank Pergo flooring, bright natural light, generous room sizes and crisp, contemporary finishes create a comfortable and current feel. A surprisingly spacious layout lives larger than expected! Kitchen features an eat-in area, white cabinetry and new range and dishwasher. Oversized entry room makes an excellent flex space, perfect as a dining room, home office, sitting room, creative space, playroom or even a future third bedroom. Both bathrooms stand out with beautiful fluted wood vanities that add warmth and texture, along with eye-catching mirrors. Laundry is conveniently located in the half bath. Just minutes from Blue Ridge Healthcare, downtown Morganton, schools, shopping, and I-40, this convenient location also offers a store within walking distance and numerous restaurants less than a mile away. This home is truly move-in ready! Also listed as residential MLS #4391753, offering unique investment or mixed-use possibilities.
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    Listed by:

    Starla Hoke starla@mccombsandhoke.com,

    McCombs & Hoke Real Estate

    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4389408MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Bathroom, Inside, Main Level
      Features
      • Has basement: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,207
      • Total interior livable area: 1,207 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,207
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Circular Driveway
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      Lot
      • Size: 0.18 Acres
      • Features: Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: 2703629506
      • Zoning: MID
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1901

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: City

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: none
      Location
      • Region: Morganton

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $198/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $76,634
      • Annual tax amount: $522
      • Date on market: 6/5/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 57 days
      • Road surface type: Gravel, Paved

        Estimated market value

        $232,900

        $221,000 - $245,000

        $1,668/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/5/2026Listed for sale$239,000+379%$198/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4389408 Report a problem
        8/31/2017Sold$49,900$41/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #9595495 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$522 +0%$76,634
        2024$522 +1%$76,634
        2023$517 -3.4%$76,634 +17.4%
        2022$536 +1.1%$65,258
        2021$530 +0.8%$65,258
        2020$526 +1.2%$65,258
        2019$519 +5.5%$65,258 +7.9%
        2018$492 +3.3%$60,453 -0.1%
        2017$476 $60,500
        2016$476 +0.6%$60,500
        2015$473 $60,500
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28655

        Getting around

        26 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Forest Hill
        • Middle: Liberty
        • High: Patton

        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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