1981 Jamestown Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
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FOR SALE
43.78 ACRES

$699,000

Original price: $749,000

    1981 Jamestown Rd, Morganton, NC 28655

    Est. Mortgage $4,197/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Lot/Land
    43.78 acre lot

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around 1981 Jamestown Rd.
    • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    What's unique:Long range views
    PRICE REDUCED!! 43.78 acres of rolling, scenic land just outside Morganton offering the kind of setting buyers are searching for but rarely find. This property unfolds with a natural rhythm… gentle rises, wooded pockets, and elevated homesites that open to long-range views of the Blue Ridge foothills.

    Ideal for a residential development, estate-sized homesites, or a boutique rural community, the land offers both usability and beauty. The topography allows for thoughtful layout design, while the surrounding landscape creates a sense of privacy and retreat.

    Positioned for growth yet tucked away from the noise, this is an opportunity for a builder or developer to create something with lasting appeal. Land like this is not just developed… it is shaped into a place people want to call home.
    Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
    Listing Provided by: Julie Horton
    EXP Realty LLC Mooresville
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4370581
    Also Listed on Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, eXp Realty.

    Home Details for 1981 Jamestown Rd

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Interior Features

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    Exterior Features

    Parking & Garage
    No Carport
    Frontage
    Responsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Gravel
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: Septic Needed
    Surface & Elevation
    Elevation Units: Feet

    Days on Market

    Cumulative Days on Market: 141Days on Market: 157

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    Has Additional ParcelsNot Habitable Residence
    Property Information
    Usage of Home: Development, ResidentialParcel Number: 1043645444Additional Parcels Description: 1046343068

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $699,000

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: Morganton
    School Information
    Elementary School: UnspecifiedJr High / Middle School: UnspecifiedHigh School: Unspecified

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 4370581

    Community

    Not Senior Community

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 43.78 acres

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: Standard

    Offer

    Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 4370581Attribution Contact: jdhjulie@gmail.com

    Around this home

    What Locals Say about Morganton

    At least 149 Trulia users voted on each feature.

    • 84 % Say parking is easy

    • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 80 % Say car is needed

    • 72 % Say it's dog friendly

    • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

    • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 58 % Say it's quiet

    • 58 % Say kids play outside

    • 52 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 51 % Say there's wildlife

    • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

    • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 34 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 33 % Say there are sidewalks

    • 32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    • 29 % Say there are community events

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • Ashleyjay1125
      "Morganton is small but it’s quite not a lot of crime, with a country like setting most anywhere you live. "
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    • Schafincow13
      "Great friendly people . Always something to do down town. Live bands you can hear from the house. Breweries near by. Movie theatre. Down town Morganton does trick r treating and also the churches do trunk r treating. We have an actual witch that lives near by. There are dog parks that you can take your fury friend to. Several festivals near by. Firework display in parks and other town close by."
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    • Prkrrp
      "We have lots of festivals throughout the year. Our town has several parades to celebrate different holidays. We several parks in the community that support local sports and out door activities. Lake James is also close by. Lake James is good for fishing, swimming and boating. "
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    • Lisa B.
      "lots of dogs in the neighborhood. people clean up after pets. leashes used. it's a dog friendly community. "
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    • Kellyrae0928
      "There is Tons of trails to walk, dog parks and greenway tracks! Most businesses are also dog friendly."
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    • Bananasrock84
      "I feel very safe in my neighborhood. The neighbors are very friendly and helpful. I've never had to worry about my mail or packages going missing."
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    • Shelly S.
      "We have a good community, low crime rate and genuinely nice friendly people. I know all of my neighbors, and we all try to lend a helping hand when needed. We may not live in Mayberry but we have a small town feel. "
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    • Brandi N. P.
      "I live in Morganton in the Parkview Apartments and it is wonderful. Upkeep is always done in a timely manor, I feel safe at home. Really quiet neighborhood, walking distance to Bethel Park. Clean. Nice neighbors that become friends, we love it!"
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    • Trulia User
      "I have lived in Morganton all of my life. It is a great place to live with lots of Southern charm. Small town environment meets the rural South."
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    • Ryanpatrickpage
      "Great people! No crime in my neighborhood. Park nearby with dog park. Plenty of places to grocery shop."
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    • Sleepinbeauty305
      "I dont have kids so I have no idea. So sorry. It is how ever a good neighborhood and neighbors are friendly."
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    • Sherry.young
      "Friday night Concerts on the square in downtown Morganton. Cute shops, restaurants and parks close by too. "
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    • kevinsimpsondc
      "I own a downtown condo with my wife. We both grew up in Morganton, both love it and both hope to retire and move back to Morganton! It's a great place to raise a family and offers many options for how the parents want to raise their children. Overall, you will get from it what you put into it..."
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    • Dameronlyon
      "It's quiet peacefull,besides k9ds playing nearby at the school and in my neighborhood.Near the mountains and beautiful sights yet also close to town and shopping "
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    • Lyssaleigh1972
      "My husband retired from the navy, 20 year service and we moved here from Norfolk Virginia. It was difficult at first but we’ve been here for about 4 years now and I love it. My son goes to New Dimensions, best school in my opinion. We are looking for our forever home here in Morganton. "
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    • Lyssa L.
      "easy access to everything. Interstate, shopping, movies, restaurants, brewing..ect. I have lived for about 4 years and I love it. The people are diverse and nice. good school and nice parks. "
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    • Lindsay S.
      "There are very few rentals allowing dogs. However, dogs are fairly common and accepted in this neighborhood. "
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    Market trends in Morganton

    Last updated August 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $270K
    $9.83K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    —
    Price per sq ft
    $179
    $3    MoM
    Available listings
    221
    19    MoM

    Home Value

    Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

    Comparable sales

    These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Cornwell Dr #62, Morganton, NC
    0.38
    Lot/Land
    $175,000
    01/20/26
    -
    -
    2791 Cornwell, Morganton, NC
    0.57
    Lot/Land
    $165,000
    03/06/26
    -
    -
    3615 Cornwell Dr #47, Morganton, NC
    0.38
    Lot/Land
    $44,500
    12/19/25
    -
    -
    3163 Cornwell Dr #56, Morganton, NC
    0.40
    Lot/Land
    $48,500
    06/11/26
    -
    -
    3466 Blankenship Dr, Morganton, NC
    0.53
    Lot/Land
    $82,000
    12/08/25
    -
    -
    3996 Palmer Cir, Morganton, NC
    0.67
    Lot/Land
    $26,500
    09/10/26
    -
    -
    3626 Blankenship Dr, Morganton, NC
    0.70
    Lot/Land
    $30,000
    10/07/25
    -
    -
    4283 5th Ct, Morganton, NC
    0.76
    Lot/Land
    $25,000
    04/09/26
    -
    -

    Nearby home prices

    Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
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    Distance
    Price
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Status
    3843 Silver Creek Ter, Morganton, NC 28655
    0.26
    $225,000
    3
    2
    1,266
    Recently Sold
    3823 Silver Creek Ter, Morganton, NC 28655
    0.28
    -
    3
    2
    1,512
    Off Market
    3644 Cornwell Dr #43, Morganton, NC 28655
    0.32
    -
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    Off Market
    4055 S Park Dr, Morganton, NC 28655
    0.30
    $179,200
    3
    2
    1,056
    Off Market
    3636 Cornwell Dr #42, Morganton, NC 28655
    0.34
    -
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    Off Market
    3610 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC 28655
    0.35
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    Off Market
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    0.35
    $61,900
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    For Sale
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    0.35
    $56,999
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    0.37
    $787,200
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    Off Market
    3947 S Park Dr, Morganton, NC 28655
    0.34
    $176,500
    3
    2
    1,196
    Off Market
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    0.37
    $727,000
    2
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    For Sale

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Aug 3, 2026
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4370581
    		PriceChange
    $699,000
    Price decreased by 7%
    Jun 22, 2026
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4370581
    		PriceChange
    $749,000
    Price decreased by 6%
    May 20, 2026
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4370581
    		PriceChange
    $799,000
    Price decreased by 5%
    Apr 18, 2026
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4370581
    		Listed For Sale
    $840,000
    Jan 1, 2026
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4269898
    		ListingRemoved
    $895,000

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    Frequently asked questions about 1981 Jamestown Rd

    • How big is 1981 Jamestown Rd?
      1981 Jamestown Rd in Morganton, NC is about 43.8 acres.
    • What is the price per acre for 1981 Jamestown Rd?
      1981 Jamestown Rd in Morganton, NC is listed at $699,000, or about $15K per acre.
    • What do residents say about Morganton?
      Residents describe Morganton, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Morganton, NC.
    • What are the closest schools to 1981 Jamestown Rd?
      The closest schools to 1981 Jamestown Rd in Morganton, NC are Freedom High (rated 4/10), Table Rock Middle (rated 7/10), W A Young Elementary (Pre-K, rated 6/10).
    1981 Jamestown Rd, Morganton, NC 28655 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Apr 18, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4370581.