2281 Watts St, Morganton, NC 28655
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OFF MARKET

2281 Watts St
Morganton, NC 28655

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 791 sqft (on 0.60 acres)

$208,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,228/mo*
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$208,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,228/mo*
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2 Beds
1 Bath
791 sqft
(on 0.60 acres)

Local Information

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Description

ADORABLE Updated 2BD 1BA Bungalow!!! This home features updated cabinets, stainless steel appliances, pantry and breakfast bar. Updated bathroom and conveniently located laundry room. Two nice size bedrooms, Master bedroom with additional space for closet and dressing area. Cozy living room that makes up this move in ready home!! Neutral paint throughout and easy maintenance laminate flooring and ceramic tile. SPACIOUS deck with new flooring boards and railings. You will love this private space to sit out and enjoy the outdoors. Covered front porch and NICE detached 2 car garage 22 x 24 with concrete pad for parking in front. Additional outbuilding for extra storage. All on a 0.60 acre lot and no city taxes!!! Don't miss seeing this GEM!!! $129,900
2281 Watts St, Morganton, NC 28655 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 791 sqft single-family home built in 1948. It last sold for $133,000 on Dec 14, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $208,100, with a rent estimate of $1,301/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 2281 Watts St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat PumpAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Concrete Block
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.60 acres

Price History for 2281 Watts St

DatePriceEventSource
12/14/2020$133,000Sold
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3679981
11/09/2020$129,900PendingAgent Provided
11/06/2020$129,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/31/2017$91,000Sold
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #18671
03/04/2008$45,000Sold
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Market trends in Morganton

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$247K
$4.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
$162
$7MoM
Available listings
176
28MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$971
Assessment$134,135
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2281 Watts St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2348 Burke Memorial Park Rd, Valdese, NC
0.22
Single-Family Home
$185,000
08/19/25
2
1
962
2351 Burke Memorial Park Rd, Valdese, NC
0.25
Single-Family Home
$265,000
02/23/26
3
1
1,222
2493 Burke Memorial Park Rd, Valdese, NC
0.55
Single-Family Home
$178,000
10/17/25
3
1
1,008
2431 Burke Memorial Park Rd, Valdese, NC
0.48
Single-Family Home
$250,000
12/22/25
3
1
1,110
2501 US Highway 70 E, Morganton, NC
0.69
Single-Family Home
$216,000
05/15/26
2
1
1,057
1911 Wall St, Morganton, NC
0.59
Single-Family Home
$86,500
02/16/26
3
1
1,456
2501 E US 70, Morganton, NC
0.69
Single-Family Home
$216,000
05/15/26
2
1
1,182
3119 Peaceful Meadows Dr, Morganton, NC
0.27
Single-Family Home
$288,000
01/20/26
3
2
1,693
2302 Crestview St, Morganton, NC
0.05
Single-Family Home
$4,500
03/31/26
3
1
1,600
1837 Zion Rd, Morganton, NC
1.01
Single-Family Home
$171,000
12/04/25
2
1
790

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What Locals Say about Morganton

At least 148 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

  • 66 % 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

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  • 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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