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2 beds1,348 sqft$282/sqft
116 Amherst Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
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Single FamilyProperty Type
20.8 acresLot Size
1932Year Built
$282/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Farmhouse charm. Room to roam. Nearly 20 acres of possibility. Enjoy the peace and privacy of country living while being just minutes from downtown Morganton. This distinctive property offers over 20 acres total, complete with a classic barn, powered outbuilding, and additional creekside acreage across Kirksey Drive. The home sits on 6.13 acres and features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and additional finished space upstairs (that isn't included in heated square footage due to ceiling height being under...Farmhouse charm. Room to roam. Nearly 20 acres of possibility. Enjoy the peace and privacy of country living while being just minutes from downtown Morganton. This distinctive property offers over 20 acres total, complete with a classic barn, powered outbuilding, and additional creekside acreage across Kirksey Drive. The home sits on 6.13 acres and features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and additional finished space upstairs (that isn't included in heated square footage due to ceiling height being under 7ft); perfect for a home office or bonus room. Start your mornings on the front porch, spend your evenings on the back deck, and enjoy the freedom of having room to make this property your own. Homestead dreams, hobby farm plans, or simply more space to breathe; this one brings the possibilities. Schedule your private tour and see how country living and convenience come together.
9 days on Market
  • Listed by: • RE/MAX Prestige Legacy jonishavancerealestate@gmail.com
Last updated: 08/29/2026 05:03 AM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 4418711

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Property Information for 116 Amherst Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Burke County
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway
  • Subdivision Name: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1932
  • Lot Size: 20.80 AC / 906,048 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -81.658673
  • Zoning: EID
  • Latitude: 35.755732
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $280,409.00
  • Parcel Number: 2714009490
  • City Taxes Paid To: Morganton
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Walter Johnson
  • High School: Freedom
  • Elementary School: Hillcrest
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 1000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1348.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1348
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 319
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 815
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 496
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 1348.0
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 43
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Development Status: Completed
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Additional Parcels Description: 2714106710
  • Senior Community YN: No
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Roof: Metal
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Workshop
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator with Ice Maker
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Storage Space, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
  • Bedroom Main: 2
  • Bedroom Upper: 0
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Upper: 1
  • Half Bath Main: 0
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 7.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 116 Amherst Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4418711

$379,900—
Oct 28, 2025

Closed

CANOPY #4305610

$375,000—
Oct 7, 2025

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #4305610

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4418711

$379,900
10/28/2025

Closed

CANOPY #4305610

$375,000
10/07/2025

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #4305610

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Public Records for 116 Amherst Road

Taxable ValueLand$45,540Additions$201,263Total$246,803
Tax Record2025$1,467 ($122 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths0.5Total Finished SqFt2,144 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,144 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt89 SqFtStories2Lot Size267,023 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1932Year Renovated1990ZoningEXCLUSIVE INDCountyBURKEAPN2466Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 116 Amherst Road

This home is within Burke County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 11 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hillcrest Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Walter R Johnson Middle
Public6 to 8

Robert L Patton High School
Public9 to 12

Burke Middle College High School
Public11 to 12

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116 Amherst Road is a single family home for sale in Morganton, NC 28655. This property was listed for sale on August 28, 2026 by RE/MAX Prestige Legacy, it's currently listed at $379,900. It has been on the market for a total of 9 days and was last sold on October 28, 2025. This listing's school district is Burke County School District. Nearby schools include Hillcrest Elementary, Walter R Johnson Middle and Robert L Patton High School. 116 Amherst Road is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,348 sqft single family home built in 1932.

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