Immaculately maintained 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath brick ranch built in 1986 nestled on 12.35 picturesque acres conveniently located close to Lake James, Glen Alpine, Morganton, I-40 or Marion. Offering over 2300 sq ft of comfortable living space, this property combines the privacy and peacefulness of country living with the convenience of close by amenities. Main floor boasts Living room with woodburning fireplace opening to deck overlooking lawn and pasture, dining room with tons of natural light both with original hardwood flooring, well appointed kitchen , primary Bedroom, walk in closet, ensuite Bath. Split floor plan includes 2 additional bedrooms and full Bath providing plenty of space for family or guests. Lower level provides a den/office/man cave with propane fireplace. Large unfinished space has wood burning stove , full Bath, laundry area,additional garage door for easy access opening to patio. Large 2 car garage on main level. With over 12 acres bordered by creek, this property is ideal for a hobby farm,gardening, animals, recreation or simply wide open space and privacy. Acreage includes an older barn currently used for equipment storage and an out building. This property provides a rare opportunity to own a well cared for brick ranch with acreage, convenience and hobby farm potential all in one exceptional property. Duke Power has utility easement in pasture area. See attached document. Roof approx 10yrs old. Heat Pump 2017. Commercial gutters 2022.New flooring Kitchen and Laundry 2023. Furnishings negotiable
Active
$569,500
402 Catawba St, Morganton, NC 28655
3beds
2,356sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1986
12.35 Acres Lot
$551,200 Zestimate®
$242/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Well appointed kitchenSplit floor planOut buildingLaundry areaWalk in closetPrimary bedroomEnsuite bath
- 3 days
- 490
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dianne Reihl drreihl@bellsouth.net,
Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4420175
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Features: Split BR Plan
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Den
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Features: Reception Area, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Inside, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Built-in Features, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Door(s), Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Basement Garage Door,Exterior Entry,Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Den, Living Room, Propane, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,831
- Total interior livable area: 2,356 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,831
- Finished area below ground: 525
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Other - See Remarks
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Year Round
- Waterfront features: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 12.35 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Level, Pasture, Sloped, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1773536386
- Zoning: R-20
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: Barn, Pasture
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Morganton
- Elevation: 1000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $242/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $373,885
- Annual tax amount: $3,139
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
$551,200
$524,000 - $579,000
$2,191/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $569,500$242/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,139 +12.7% | $373,885 |
| 2024 | $2,785 -3.4% | $373,885 |
| 2023 | $2,884 +39.4% | $373,885 +57.8% |
| 2022 | $2,068 +0.3% | $236,918 |
| 2021 | $2,062 -0.7% | $236,918 |
| 2020 | $2,078 +321.9% | $236,918 |
| 2019 | $492 -73.9% | $236,918 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $1,889 -5.2% | $215,639 |
| 2017 | $1,993 | $215,639 |
| 2016 | $1,993 +4.2% | $215,639 |
| 2015 | $1,913 | $215,639 |
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Neighborhood: 28655
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Glen Alpine
- 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.





