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5608 Nc Hwy 18 Highway S

Morganton, NC 28655

2 beds
1 bath
946 sqft
~5 acre lot
$232 per sqft
1950 build
– on site

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Wake up to the soothing sounds of Laurel Creek in this move-in ready home on 4.84 acres! Whether you're looking for a full time residence, tranquil retreat, or short term rental, this home is perfect. Step inside from a covered front porch to a spacious living room. The living room flows into the updated kitchen with picturesque window over the sink looking out over Laurel Creek. The views carry into the dining room with windows on three walls! Off the dining room is a deck for grilling our enjoying the outdoors. The home features a split bedroom floor plan and a large hall bathroom. Outside the property includes a private beach and a small deck already in place on Laurel Creek! With plenty of space to add your own firepit, string lights, or garden area, the outdoor options are endless. This property is located approximately 10 minutes from Downtown Morganton!

Listing courtesy of Canopy MLS / RE/MAX Southern Lifestyles

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 9, 2025 •

MLS# 4257020 —

The Building

Year Built:

1950
New Construction:

false
Construction Type:

Site Built
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Construction Materials:

Vinyl
Foundation Details:

Basement
Levels:

One
Basement:

Exterior Entry
Basement:

false
Above Grade Finished Area:

946

Interior

Living Area:

946
Fireplace:

false

Location

Directions:

From I40 take exit 105 onto NC 18. Go approx 6 miles. Home is on your right.
Latitude:

35.67825318
Longitude:

-81.56601172

The Property

Type:

Residential
Lot Size Area:

4.84
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning Specification:

County
Zoning:

RMU
Additional Parcels Description:

2731719573
Road Responsibility:

Publicly Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Gravel, Paved

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Parcel Number:

2731810614
Tax Assessed Value:

152796

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2
Bedroom Main:

2

Baths

Baths:

1
Full Baths:

1
Full Baths Main:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Heat Pump
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Septic Installed
Water Source:

Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry Features:

Main Level

Schools

Elementary School:

George Hildebrand
Middle School:

East Burke
High School:

East Burke

The Community

Subdivision Name:

None
HOA Subject To:

None
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Circular Driveway, Driveway
Garage:

false
Main Level Garage:

No
Carport:

false
Open Parking:

false

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Air Pollution Index

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Utility Costs

$137/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/9/25 Jul 9, 2025	Sold	CMLS	$220,000	-7.9%
5/24/25 May 24, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	CMLS	$239,000
5/20/25 May 20, 2025	Price Changed	CMLS	$239,000	-4.4%

House Sold on 7/9/2025

$220,000

Listing provided by broker:

Sara Black

RE/MAX Southern Lifestyles

sarab44@gmail.com

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5608 Nc Hwy 18 Highway S

Morganton, NC 28655