Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds503 sqft
6265 High Mountain Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.35 acresLot Size
1980Year Built
$168/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Your Castle in the Sky! Mountain charm with panoramic views. Nearly 3000' above sea level on the top of Burkemont Mountain, within easy access of I-40. Ski the High Country Mountains, spend the night in your own mountain retreat on the way to Charlotte to the south, Lake James and Asheville to the west, the Triad and Triangle to the East. Originally a one-room log cabin, this home has been expanded, re-modeled, and updated to perfection! 3 BR, 2 BA, new eat-in kitchen. Living Room with vaulted ceilings...Your Castle in the Sky! Mountain charm with panoramic views. Nearly 3000' above sea level on the top of Burkemont Mountain, within easy access of I-40. Ski the High Country Mountains, spend the night in your own mountain retreat on the way to Charlotte to the south, Lake James and Asheville to the west, the Triad and Triangle to the East. Originally a one-room log cabin, this home has been expanded, re-modeled, and updated to perfection! 3 BR, 2 BA, new eat-in kitchen. Living Room with vaulted ceilings and windows that capture the light and the views. Wraparound porch for watching the sunrise and sunset!
  • Listed by: • Real Living Carolina Property
Listing closed: 12/01/2014 12:00 AM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 25311

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$278,000

Avg days on market

44

Sale-to-list ratio

93.7%

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Location

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Property Information for 6265 High Mountain Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Burke County
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Parking Features: None
  • Community Features: Other
  • Subdivision Name: Burkemont Mountain
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Lot Size: 0.35 AC / 15,246 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -81.726005
  • Inside City YN: No
  • Road Frontage Length: 100.0
  • Latitude: 35.637305
  • Directions: From I-40W, take Exit 103. At top of ramp, turn left. Cross I-40, continue to Salem Road - turn left. Follow Salem Road past Burkemont Baptist Church, then make sharp left onto Burkemont. Follow up to the top of Burkemont Mountain to the church. Road turns to gravel - bear right onto High Mountain Road. Follow to end - house is last on left.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Assessed Value: $134,430.00
  • Parcel Number: 168900979690
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Liberty
  • High School: Patton
  • Elementary School: Salem
Parking
  • Garage YN: No
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour URL Branded: listings.realbird.com/VirtualTour.aspx?rb-brand=0&fid=329304&id=A3R3H8Q1
Property
Lot Information
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 503.0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 503.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Views, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.35
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 175
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 11
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Senior Community YN: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Wrap Around
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 7.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 6265 High Mountain Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 1, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #483810590

$84,500
Dec 1, 2014

Closed

CANOPY #25311

$84,500
Nov 18, 2014

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #25311

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/01/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #483810590

$84,500
12/01/2014

Closed

CANOPY #25311

$84,500
11/18/2014

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #25311

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

Public Records for 6265 High Mountain Road

Taxable ValueLand$44,363Additions$194,402Total$238,765
Tax Record2025$1,417 ($118 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,242 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,242 SqFtStories1Lot Size15,246 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1980Year Renovated2005ZoningRURAL MIXED UCountyBURKEAPN10281

Schools near 6265 High Mountain 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 - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Salem Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Liberty Middle
Public6 to 8

Robert L Patton High School
Public9 to 12

North Liberty
PublicPK 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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