Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds
173 Vfw Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.3 acresLot Size
1968Year Built

Description

This ranch-style home is an ideal opportunity for investors or anyone looking for a fixer-upper. With a roof replaced in 2018 and three mini-split systems installed in 2021, the property has some valuable updates. Features include vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and two convenient locations for a washer and dryer. The spacious backyard boasts a large pond and deck, perfect for outdoor relaxation. Please note, the seller has not resided in the home recently, so buyers are encouraged to conduct...This ranch-style home is an ideal opportunity for investors or anyone looking for a fixer-upper. With a roof replaced in 2018 and three mini-split systems installed in 2021, the property has some valuable updates. Features include vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and two convenient locations for a washer and dryer. The spacious backyard boasts a large pond and deck, perfect for outdoor relaxation. Please note, the seller has not resided in the home recently, so buyers are encouraged to conduct all necessary inspections. This property is being sold as-is and is available for cash or conventional loan buyers only.
  • Listed by: • WNC Real Estate at Lake James ChristieLeonardHomes@gmail.com
Listing closed: 10/04/2024 12:00 AM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 4177697

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$270,000

Avg days on market

30

Sale-to-list ratio

98.0%

Morganton, NC

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Location

Listing Courtesy of WNC Real Estate at Lake James

Sold By Looking Glass Realty AVL LLC

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Property Information for 173 Vfw Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Burke County
  • Waterfront Features: Other - See Remarks
  • View: Water
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Subdivision Name: none
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Lot Size: 1.30 AC / 56,628 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -81.72067
  • Latitude: 35.775383
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $168,229.00
  • Parcel Number: 1794380199
  • City Taxes Paid To: Morganton
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Walter Johnson
  • High School: Freedom
  • Elementary School: Mountain View
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 0
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 2039
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 2039
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 0.0
  • Lot Features: Sloped
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 3
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: Other - See Remarks
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Other - See Remarks
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: None
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Baseboard, Ductless
  • Interior Features: Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Other - See Remarks
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Main Level, Multiple Locations
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Full Bath Main: 2
  • Half Bath Main: 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: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Office
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 173 Vfw Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 15, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1544029951

$150,000

+5.2% / yr

Oct 4, 2024

Closed

CANOPY #4177697

$149,900
Aug 31, 2024

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4177697

$149,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/15/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1544029951

$150,000

+5.2% / yr

10/04/2024

Closed

CANOPY #4177697

$149,900
08/31/2024

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4177697

$149,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 173 Vfw Road

Taxable ValueLand$25,358Additions$142,871Total$168,229
Tax Record2025$1,031 ($86 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,039 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,039 SqFtStories1Lot Size56,628 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968Year Renovated1980ZoningLOW INTENSCountyBURKEAPN25732

Schools near 173 Vfw 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
Mountain View Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Walter R Johnson Middle
Public6 to 8

Freedom High
Public9 to 12

Burke Middle College High School
Public11 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 173 Vfw Road, Morganton, NC 28655
$149,900
3
56,628
$5,000
896
28,750
$365,000
3
3,596
60,548
2
1
965
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$225,000
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