Last Sold Price
3 beds2,459 sqft$248/sqft
5239 Dorado Rd, Morganton, NC 28655

Description

Just a short drive from morganton – 1.5 story rustic modern getaway with nearly 14 acres! Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity for your own serene escape in the foothills of Western NC. With no neighbors in sight, you can enjoy everything from peaceful star-gazing evenings to quiet morning coffee accompanied by birds! With it's rock solid construction and custom design, the home itself is chock-full of ENTICING FEATURES: 2,459 heated sq ft, 3BD/2.5BA, 2-story Cathedral Ceilings w/top to bottom...Just a short drive from morganton – 1.5 story rustic modern getaway with nearly 14 acres! Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity for your own serene escape in the foothills of Western NC. With no neighbors in sight, you can enjoy everything from peaceful star-gazing evenings to quiet morning coffee accompanied by birds! With it's rock solid construction and custom design, the home itself is chock-full of ENTICING FEATURES: 2,459 heated sq ft, 3BD/2.5BA, 2-story Cathedral Ceilings w/top to bottom windows, Loft Office/Library area, Main-level Master Bed w/Master Bath & His/Her Closets, Pocket Doors, Custom Handrail Balusters made from Trees on Property, Slate Tile, Custom Cabinets, Granite Countertops, Kitchen Pantry, Electric Fireplace, FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT already plumbed/wired and ready to finish, Basement Garage, 2x200-Amp Panels, Large Wrap-Around Deck, Cement Board Siding, Security System, & so much more! Furniture & lawn mower also available separately! Don't miss it!
LISTING CLOSED: 01/30/2023 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Rus/D Real Estate Brokers • 828-430-0910

Property Details for 5239 Dorado Road

Status
MLS #
3909376
Days on Market
80
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2017
Lot Size
13.95 AC / 607,662 SF
Architectural Style
Other
Waterfront Features
None
Zoning Description
R-MU
Parking Features
Attached Garage, Basement, Driveway, Garage - 1 Car, Parking Lot
Community Features
Gated
Subdivision Name
None

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$570,000

Avg days on market

95

Sale-to-list ratio

96.5%

[Morganton, NC]

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Location

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Building Information for 5239 Dorado Road

Stories-Year Built2017Building Size-Lot Size13.95 AC / 607,662 SF

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$3,347 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,101

Property Taxes

$246

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5239 Dorado Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -81.835567
  • Geocode Source: Manual
  • Latitude: 35.623608
  • Directions: Address may not come up exactly on GPS, but may show simply as "Dorado Rd, Morganton, NC". Take I-40 exit 103, then take Hwy 64 (Burkemont Ave) South toward Rutherfordton. In apporximately 11 miles, turn right onto Gold Mine Rd. Travel approximately 2 miles to Dorado Rd on your left. Please see showing instructions for Gate code.
  • Zoning NCM: RMU
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $403,317.00
  • Parcel Number: 1659734799
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Table Rock
  • High School: Freedom
  • Elementary School: W.A. Young
Parking
  • Parking: Other: Tons of parking available on lot and in multiple driveways.
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Structure Type: One and a Half Story/Basement
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Additional: 0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1593
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 1593
  • Sq Ft Unheated Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 1593
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 866
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Level, Open Lot, Paved, Private, Rolling Slope, Wooded, See Remarks
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Other
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Additional Parcels Description: 1659738757, 1659746135, 1659744326
  • Permit Syndication: Yes
  • Plat Book Slide: 33/237
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 33/237
  • Proposed Special Assessment: No
  • Restrictions: No Representation
  • Restrictions Description: Unclear, see Agent Remarks
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Porch: Back,Covered,Deck,Front,Patio,Porch-Wrap Around
  • Exterior Features: Underground Power Lines
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Security System
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Basement Shop, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Other
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Other
  • Flooring: Slate, Vinyl, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Block
Room Information
Room 1
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Beds Total: 1
  • Room Types: Bathroom(s),Bedroom(s),Dining Area,Foyer,Great Room-Two Story,Kitchen,Laundry,Living Room,Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Baths Half: 0
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Room Types: Bathroom(s),Bedroom(s),Loft,Office,Study
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 3
  • Baths Full: 0
  • Baths Half: 0
  • Beds Total: 0
  • Room Types: Basement,Utility,Workshop
  • Room Level: Basement
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Count: 0

Property History for 5239 Dorado Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 30, 2023

Closed

CANOPY #3909376

$610,000
Dec 17, 2022

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3909376

Dec 17, 2022

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #3909376

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/30/2023

Closed

CANOPY #3909376

$610,000
12/17/2022

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3909376

12/17/2022

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #3909376

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

Public Records for 5239 Dorado Road

Taxable ValueLand$31,492Additions$401,541Total$433,033
Tax Record2025$2,950 ($246 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,353 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,353 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,886 SqFtStories2Lot Size160,301 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2017ZoningRURAL MIXED UCountyBURKEAPN54413

Schools near 5239 Dorado 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

Liberty Middle
Public6 to 8

Robert L Patton High School
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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