2401 Highway 181

Morganton, NC 28655

$255,000
Price
2
Beds
1,396 Sq. Ft.
$183 / Sq. Ft.
1,396
Sq. Ft.
$183
per Sq. Ft.
Active Under Contract
Active Under Contract
a swimming pool with some trees in the background
a front view of a house with a yard table and chairs
a balcony with furniture and a potted plant
a balcony with furniture and a potted plant
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv with wooden floor
a living room filled with furniture
a view of a dining room with furniture window and outside view
a living room with furniture kitchen view and a window
a living room with furniture and a window
a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a bathroom with a sink vanity mirror and toilet
a front view of a house with garden
a backyard of a house with table and chairs plants and large trees
a view of a houses with a yard
a front view of a house with a yard

Description

Step into this charming 1930s brick ranch nestled on just over 2 private, wooded acres—completely surrounded by forest, yet just minutes from vibrant downtown Morganton! This 2BR/2BA home offers the perfect blend of timeless character and thoughtful updates, including a metal roof, hardwood floors, and a cozy gas fireplace that adds warmth and charm. The flat, usable land is ideal for gardening & homesteading—offering space, freedom, and flexibility with no HOA. Two detached garages provide excellent...Step into this charming 1930s brick ranch nestled on just over 2 private, wooded acres—completely surrounded by forest, yet just minutes from vibrant downtown Morganton! This 2BR/2BA home offers the perfect blend of timeless character and thoughtful updates, including a metal roof, hardwood floors, and a cozy gas fireplace that adds warmth and charm. The flat, usable land is ideal for gardening & homesteading—offering space, freedom, and flexibility with no HOA. Two detached garages provide excellent space for parking, workshops, or creative pursuits. The main garage by the home does have electricity. An enclosed porch expands your living area and invites year-round enjoyment. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or simply looking to simplify, this tucked-away retreat offers a rare balance of seclusion and convenience. Don't miss this unique opportunity!
  1. Listed by Jordan Fitzpatrick • Keller Williams Professionals • Jordanfitzpatrick@kw.com

Property Details for 2401 Highway 181

Parking Features
Detached Garage
Subdivision Name
NONE
LISTING UPDATED: 12/13/2025 09:57 PM

Property Details for 2401 Highway 181

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #4279077
Days on Market149
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1933
Lot Size2.15 AC / 93,654 SF
CountyBurke County

Location

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Building Information for 2401 Highway 181

Stories-Year Built1933Building Size-Lot Size2.15 AC / 93,654 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,343 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,260

Property Taxes

$83

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2401 Highway 181

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -81.757822
  • Latitude: 35.778393
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $141,880.00
  • Parcel Number: 1784291509
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified
  • Elementary School: Unspecified
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1396.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1396
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 1396.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 17
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick Full
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Propane
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Fireplace Features: Propane
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Unfinished
  • Bedroom Main: 2
  • Full Bath Main: 2
  • Half Bath Main: 0
  • Second Living Quarters: None
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 2.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 2401 Highway 181

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 13, 2025

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4279077

—
Jul 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4279077

$305,000—
Oct 28, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #656713159

$114,000

+47.9% / yr

May 1, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #355001557

$9,000—
May 1, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #355001558

$18,000—
May 1, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #355001559

$8,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/13/2025

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4279077

—
07/17/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4279077

$305,000
10/28/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #656713159

$114,000

+47.9% / yr

05/01/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #355001557

$9,000
05/01/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #355001558

$18,000
05/01/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #355001559

$8,500

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Public Records for 2401 Highway 181

Taxable ValueLand$25,169Additions$116,711Total$141,880
Tax Record2025$993 ($83 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,396 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,396 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt395 SqFtStories1Lot Size93,654 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1933Year Renovated1980ZoningRESIDENTIAL TCountyBURKEAPN28730Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2401 Highway 181

This home is within Burke County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Oak Hill Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Table Rock Middle
Public - 6 to 8
Freedom High
Public - 9 to 12
Burke Virtual Academy
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Oak Hill Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Table Rock Middle
Public6 to 8

Freedom High
Public9 to 12

Burke Virtual Academy
PublicK to 12

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