Sold
Last Sold Price
1,013,205 Lot Size23.26 Acres
5133 Scott Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
LandProperty Type
23.26 acresLot Size

Description

Here's your chance to own almost 25 acres of the least restrictive zoning in the county. It's zoned R-MU (Rural Mixed Use). You have many options with this property. Build you a family compound, subdivide it, farm it, build in the middle of the property and live the country life or whatever your heart desires. It has mature timber, a small branch of water that meanders the boundary line for over 2000 feet, and great hunting. Not many of these types of properties come on the market that's in a great...Here's your chance to own almost 25 acres of the least restrictive zoning in the county. It's zoned R-MU (Rural Mixed Use). You have many options with this property. Build you a family compound, subdivide it, farm it, build in the middle of the property and live the country life or whatever your heart desires. It has mature timber, a small branch of water that meanders the boundary line for over 2000 feet, and great hunting. Not many of these types of properties come on the market that's in a great location, have a state-maintained road frontage, and the zoning that allows you the ability to really use your land as you see fit. Review the county zoning ordinance at https://www.burkenc.org/DocumentCenter/View/272/Current-Master-Zoning-Ordinance-PDF for more information.
  • Listed by: • WNC Real Estate at Lake James gregshuffler@lakejameswnc.com
Listing closed: 08/16/2021 12:00 AM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 3738941

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$104,000

Avg days on market

25

Sale-to-list ratio

96.1%

Morganton, NC

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Location

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Property Information for 5133 Scott Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Land / Acreage
  • County: Burke County
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • View: Water
  • Community Features: None
  • Subdivision Name: None
Building Information
  • Lot Size: 23.26 AC
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Frontage Type: State Highway
  • Longitude: -81.786639
  • Zoning: RMU
  • Latitude: 35.664527
  • Directions: From Morganton, travel Conley Rd west for several miles and turn right onto Bennett Rd. Go a short distance and turn right on Scott Rd. Go a couple of hundred yards and the property will be on your right. A sign will be posted.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • HOA Subject To Dues: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $65,897.00
  • Parcel Number: 1770283689
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Table Rock
  • High School: Freedom
  • Elementary School: W.A. Young
Virtual Tour
  • Web URL: www.lakejameswnc.com
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 1000
  • Sq Ft Building Minimum: 0
  • Lot Features: Creek Front, Level, Private, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Creek/Stream, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 23.26
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Possible Use: Cattle, Commercial, Farm, Poultry, Private Estate, Residential, Timber
  • Property Type: Land
Property and Assessments
  • Photos Count: 13
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Proposed Special Assessment: No
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Needed
  • Utilities: None, Satellite Internet Available, Wired Internet Available
  • Water Source: Well Needed
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Other Structures: None
Interior Features
  • Habitable Residence YN: No
  • Foundation Details: None
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 0.0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered YN: No

Property History for 5133 Scott Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 16, 2021

Closed

CANOPY #3738941

$120,000
Aug 11, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1473659464

$120,000

+5.8% / yr

Aug 3, 2021

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3738941

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/16/2021

Closed

CANOPY #3738941

$120,000
08/11/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1473659464

$120,000

+5.8% / yr

08/03/2021

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3738941

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Public Records for 5133 Scott Road

Taxable ValueLand$79,041Additions-Total$79,041
Tax Record2025$522 ($43 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size914,760 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous Vacant LandZoningRURAL MIXECountyBURKEAPN57998

Schools near 5133 Scott 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
W A Young Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Table Rock 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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