3161 Luke Smith Ave, Morganton, NC 28655
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3161 Luke Smith Ave
Morganton, NC 28655

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,270 sqft (on 0.51 acres)
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,270 sqft
(on 0.51 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Lot Size
0.51 acres
Living Area
1,270 sqft

About this House

This is a perfect opportunity to own a move-in ready home at an unbelievably low price. This 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home has all the country feel you need. This home comes with lots of furniture, appliances and even the TV stays. Nestled back off of HWY 64 this home has a very nice setting along with great landscaping.
3161 Luke Smith Ave, Morganton, NC 28655 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,270 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $38,140 on Oct 1, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,175/month.

Home Details for 3161 Luke Smith Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalExterior: OtherFoundation Type: StonePatioPorch

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.51 acres

Price History for 3161 Luke Smith Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/01/2018$38,140Sold
Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #B32425
08/29/2018$37,000PendingAgent Provided
07/20/2018$37,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Morganton

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$241K
$8.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$161
$2MoM
Available listings
198
22MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2019
Tax$356
Assessment$66,831
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3161 Luke Smith Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5983 Bollinger Loop, Morganton, NC
0.03
Single-Family Home
$161,940
06/16/26
2
2
1,211
2665 Mill Race Rd, Morganton, NC
1.05
Single-Family Home
$16,000
09/22/25
2
1
896
6231 Jenkins Rd, Morganton, NC
1.51
Single-Family Home
$70,000
06/16/26
3
1
864
5812 Rich Rd, Morganton, NC
1.02
Single-Family Home
$150,000
11/18/25
3
2
1,800
6091 Nowlings Chapel Rd, Morganton, NC
0.81
Single-Family Home
$190,000
04/16/26
2
1
940
6091 Nowlings Chapel Rd, Morganton, NC
0.82
Single-Family Home
$190,000
04/16/26
2
1
848
6690 Jenkins Rd, Morganton, NC
1.27
Single-Family Home
$3,500
01/07/26
3
2
1,625
5872 Fisher Davis Rd, Morganton, NC
1.28
Single-Family Home
$190,000
10/29/25
3
1
1,337
5872 Fisher Davis Rd, Morganton, NC
1.29
Single-Family Home
$190,000
10/30/25
3
1
1,311
5894 Fisher Davis Rd, Morganton, NC
1.24
Single-Family Home
$265,000
02/09/26
3
2
1,064

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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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