Morganton Homes with Oak Hill Elementary school

Morganton Homes with Oak Hill Elementary school

Welcome to Morganton, North Carolina – a charming city nestled in the heart of Burke County, where scenic landscapes meet a rich tapestry of history and community spirit. Known for its stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the tranquil waters of Lake James, Morganton offers residents a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. With an inviting downtown area filled with local shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, this vibrant city is an ideal place to call home.

For families considering a move to Morganton, the neighborhoods surrounding Oak Hill Elementary School stand out as a prime choice. This highly regarded school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and fostering a nurturing environment for young learners. Homes in this area vary from charming single-family residences to modern builds, providing options for every taste and budget.

Living near Oak Hill Elementary means your children will benefit from a top-notch education while enjoying a close-knit community atmosphere. Residents in this area appreciate the convenience of nearby parks, recreational facilities, and family-friendly events that foster connections among neighbors.

Morganton's rich history, coupled with its modern amenities and strong community ties, creates a welcoming environment for families looking to plant roots. Whether you’re exploring the local hiking trails, attending community festivals, or simply enjoying the picturesque surroundings, you’ll find that Morganton is not just a place to live, but a place to thrive. Discover your dream home near Oak Hill Elementary and experience the best that Morganton has to offer!

Newest Morganton Homes with Oak Hill Elementary school

$279,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4422947 MLS
Only two years old, this spacious four-bedroom, two-bath home offers a nearly new feel on a gently sloping lot outside the city limits. Inside, you’ll find two separate gathering spaces—a welcoming living room with a fireplace and built-in shelving, plus a spacious family room. The bright kitchen features white cabinetry, abundant storage, a pantry, farmhouse-style sink, stainless steel appliances, and a large island bar with seating. The primary suite includes a relaxing soaking tub and a separate oversized tiled shower. The hall bath offers a tub/shower combination and double vanities. Attractive flooring, neutral finishes, and a versatile layout complete this move-in-ready home.

2736 Willowtree Church Avenue, Morganton

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC Mooresville. chris.gettys@gmail.com
$224,500
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4421223 MLS
Must see this updated 1 level brick home thats just minutes to downtown Morganton and features 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with covered front porch and a mostly level .56 acre lot with 2 single carports and paved driveway. Home features new carpet in the bedrooms, freshly painted inside, new architectural shingle roof, new vinyl plank in kitchen and living room, new appliances plus woodstove in living room as a backup heat. Large level lot great for kids to play or just enjoying the outdoors plus has large detached storage building and priced to sell at $224,500

2991 Perkins Avenue, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Newton RE. timnewton@cbnewtonrealestate.com
$375,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4422506 MLS
Welcome home to this spacious property situated on 0.92 acres of serene, level and fenced yard. The main level offers a desirable split bedroom floor plan, including a primary suite with a private ensuite with a large soaker tub. Storage is abundant throughout with a walk-up attic offering even more storage and endless possibilities for future living space. The kitchen features granite countertops, a gas stove, plenty of cabinetry and a charming breakfast nook. A large dining room and open flow into the living room create the perfect setting for entertaining. The spacious living room is anchored by a large gas fireplace and offers access to the expansive outdoor deck overlooking the peaceful backyard. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening relaxation from the covered front porch, complete with plenty of room for rocking chairs. The basement adds valuable flexible space and includes a flex room with a closet, a full bathroom (not counted in total # of baths) and a workshop area with double doors – ideal for storing a riding lawn mower, equipment and more. No permits on file for the 2 rooms in the basement and not all of the basement is heated, therefore, it is all in Non-HLA. With generous storage, flexible living areas and plenty of indoor and outdoor space to enjoy, this home offers comfort, functionality and endless opportunities.

3105 Hunters Ridge Court, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell. shannonmccall@cbbh.com
$398,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4417249 MLS
Set in established Country Retreat neighborhood, this well-maintained, all-brick 3BR/2BA home offers generous rooms, an easy open layout and downtown Morganton just a few minutes away. Open kitchen, dining and living areas come together in a bright space with great natural light. Kitchen and dining areas are spacious, with plenty of room to cook, gather and spread out. Relaxed and comfortable, the living room has real presence with soaring vaulted ceilings, a brick fireplace and French doors opening to a cozy deck in the private backyard. Primary bedroom is impressively spacious, with a large walk-in closet and plenty of room beyond the king-sized basics. Roomy ensuite bath features a double vanity and charming stained-glass window that adds just the right amount of character. Two additional bedrooms and a second full bath complete the main living area. Main-level laundry room offers excellent space for extra storage and workspace and is conveniently located near garage entry. Large, clean and incredibly useful basement has served as an excellent workshop, with plenty of room left for storage, hobbies and projects. Attached two-car garage includes shelving and a storage closet. No HOA dues!

107 Timberline Drive, Morganton

Listing courtesy of McCombs & Hoke Real Estate. starla@mccombsandhoke.com
$30,150
4422339 MLS
Build your home in this quiet neighborhood. You will be close to town, yet, outside of the city limits and city property taxes. You will be close enough to town to go shopping or have a night out with only a short drive. a hospital is 10 miles away, grocery store 5 miles, and major shopping just 8 miles. These lots have a small creek at the back of the property. There are multiple lots available in the neighborhood by this seller. There is a water tap at the street. The buyer will need to purchase the meter.

3164 Lake Drive, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Rus/D Real Estate. connect@johnhendersonproperties.com
$3,250,000
6 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4420970 MLS
Some homes offer a view. This Southpointe waterfront retreat offers a panorama so broad, natural, and uninterrupted that it becomes the defining experience of the property. From the moment you enter, Lake James fills the windows and the mountain horizon stretches far beyond the water. Instead of looking across at neighboring homes, the eye travels over open lake, the forested shoreline of Lake James State Park, and layer after layer of Blue Ridge peaks. Only the slightest glimpse of another house may be visible, allowing the setting to feel private and almost untouched. The panorama encompasses many of Western North Carolina's most recognizable landmarks, including Mt. Mitchell and the Seven Sisters, Dobson's Knob, Wiseman's View, Shortoff Mountain, and, in the far distance, Grandfather Mountain. Set on a hidden drive at the end of a quiet cul de sac, the home was designed to keep this landscape in constant view. Expansive windows and glass doors frame the water from the great room, dining area, kitchen, primary suite, and outdoor living spaces. Step onto the covered porch, screened porch, wraparound deck, or open deck and the panorama widens further. These spaces offer front row seating for mist rising from the lake, clouds gathering around Mt. Mitchell, and distant mountains fading from deep green to blue. Whether enjoying coffee at sunrise, dinner outdoors, or a quiet evening, the setting feels more like a private overlook than a neighborhood home. Inside, approximately 6,085 square feet provides the scale to host family and friends while preserving the warmth of a mountain lake retreat. The great room features soaring wood ceilings, exposed beams, rich wood floors, and a dramatic stone fireplace, all positioned to complement rather than compete with the view. The open kitchen offers a large island, generous cabinetry, gas cooking, wall oven, warming drawer, beverage and wine refrigerators, and a walk in pantry. The adjoining dining area makes the lake and mountains the backdrop for every gathering. The main level primary suite offers privacy, convenience, and a peaceful place to wake to water and mountain scenery. Two upper level bedrooms and a full bath provide comfortable guest accommodations. The daylight walkout lower level includes three additional bedrooms, two full baths, one half bath, a den, second kitchen, wet bar, play room, laundry, and storage. With six bedrooms, four full baths, and two half baths, everyone can gather comfortably while still finding a quiet place of their own. The journey to the waterfront is part of the experience. Leaving the house, you pass an outdoor shower before following a smooth, gentle path with a hand railing toward the lake. Along the way, a covered gazebo offers a wonderful place to pause, sit, and take in the remarkable view across the water, state park, and mountains. Continue to the shoreline, where a floating dock, covered structure, and boat lift make it easy to enjoy boating, swimming, paddling, and exploring Lake James. At the end of the day, return to the gazebo or porch and watch the mountains transform as the light moves across the protected shoreline and distant ridgelines. This is more than a spacious Lake James waterfront home. It is a rare vantage point where the lake, state park, and an extraordinary collection of mountain landmarks come together in one sweeping view. For buyers seeking privacy, natural beauty, and a landscape that feels almost entirely free of development, 5140 Beech Bluff Drive offers a perspective that must be experienced in person.

5140 Beech Bluff Drive, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Unified. bryan@lakejames.com
$84,000
4420857 MLS
Build your home in this quiet neighborhood. You will be close to town, yet, outside the city limits and city property taxes. These are gently sloping lots with a small creek at the back. You will be close enough to town to go shopping or take a night out with only a short drive. A hospital is 10 miles away, a grocery store is 5 miles, and major shopping is just 8 miles away, There are multiple other lots available in the neighborhood by the seller. The lots have water taps already installed. The buyer will need to purchase the meter. (approximate cost $125 per Morganton water Dept.)

2062, 2084, 2108 South Road, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Rus/D Real Estate. connect@johnhendersonproperties.com
$49,000
4420522 MLS
Build your home in this quiet neighborhood. You will be close to town, yet, outside the city limits and city property taxes. These are gently sloping lots with a small creek at the back. You will be close enough to town to go shopping or take a night out with only a short drive. A hospital is only 10 miles away, grocery store 5 miles, and major shopping just 8 miles. There are multiple lots available in the neighborhood by this seller. The lots have water taps at the street. The buyer will need to purchase the meter.

3577, 3639 Lake Drive, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Rus/D Real Estate. connect@johnhendersonproperties.com
$50,500
4420490 MLS
Build your home in this quiet neighborhood. You will be close to town, yet, outside of city limits and city property taxes. These are gently sloping lots with a small creek at the back. You will be close enough to go shopping or take a night out with a convenient drive. A hospital is 10 miles away. Grocery store 5 miles. Major shopping 8 miles. There are multiple lots available. A water tap has been installed at the street. The buyer will need to purchase the meter.

3513,3525 Lake Drive, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Rus/D Real Estate. connect@johnhendersonproperties.com
$68,500
4418823 MLS
Quiet neighborhood to build your home. Close to town, yet, outside of city limits and city taxes. Gently sloping lots with a creek at the back. Close enough to make shopping or a night out a convenient experience. Hospital 10 miles. Grocery store 5 miles. Shopping 8 miles. Multiple lots available. There is a water tap at the property. Buyer will need to purchase the meter.

2238, 2266 South Road Unit #Lot#s 38, 39, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Rus/D Real Estate. connect@johnhendersonproperties.com
$110,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4416845 MLS
Tucked beneath mature shade trees on approximately 0.8 acres, this property offers a semi-private setting in the Oak Hill area! This home offers a great split bedroom floorplan that gives the home the feel of having two primary suites. Each end of the home has a large sized bedroom and bathroom. Located in the middle is a large living room. eat-in kitchen, and laundry area. This home offers so much natural lighting! This home is the product of an Estate and is sold strictly as is. There is currently no power or water on in the home but will be turned on soon.

2660 Barrier Loop, Morganton

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Lifestyles. bryaneblack@att.net
$160,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4416832 MLS
Opportunity and potential await for someone ready to roll up their sleeves and bring new life to a property with possibilities in the Oak Hill community! This home sits on 1.18 acres and has an outbuilding and detached garage. This home already offers a functional layout with only one small hallway so no space is wasted. Both bedrooms are located by the bathroom and the large living room flows into the kitchen and dining area. This home also offers a spacious laundry room! Bring your ideas and see what this property could become. This home is a product of an estate. It is sold AS IS. There is no power and water on at this time however it will be on soon.

2656 Barrier Loop, Morganton

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Lifestyles. bryaneblack@att.net
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