4.72 Ac John River Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
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4.72 Ac John River Rd
Morganton, NC 28655

    (on 5.02 acres)

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    Description

    If you ever wanted to own property on Johns River, here is your chance. This property has over 270 feet of river frontage and accessible from the state maintain road. Camp, fish or hunt this property to better understand the wonders of Johns River. Affordable and listed below tax value
    4.72 Ac John River Rd, Morganton, NC 28655 is a lot/land. It last sold for $18,500 on Apr 10, 2014 (23% below the $24,000 asking price). It is currently off market.

    Home Highlights

    Parking
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    Outdoor
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    HOA
    None
    Price/Sqft
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    Listed
    180+ days ago

    Home Details for 4.72 Ac John River Rd

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Closed

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: None
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    Exterior Features

    Parking & Garage
    No CarportNo Garage
    Frontage
    Road Frontage: County Road, State RoadResponsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Other
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: None
    Surface & Elevation
    Elevation: 2500 FeetElevation: 2500Elevation Units: Feet

    Days on Market

    Cumulative Days on Market: 98

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Property Information
    Usage of Home: Other - See RemarksParcel Number: 55060

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $24,000

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: MorgantonCommunity: None

    Community

    Not Senior Community

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 5.02 acres

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: Standard

    Offer

    Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: NCM553486Attribution Contact: greg@lakejamesrealestate.com
    Last check for updates: about 22 hours ago
    Listed by Gregory Lee Shuffler
    Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
    Bought with: Gregory Lee Shuffler, Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#NCM553486

    Price History for 4.72 Ac John River Rd

    DatePriceEventSource
    04/10/2014$18,500Sold
    Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NCM553486

    Market trends in Morganton

    Last updated May 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $247K
    $4.33K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    —
    Price per sq ft
    $162
    $7    MoM
    Available listings
    176
    28    MoM
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    Comparable Sales for 4.72 Ac John River Rd

    Address
    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    3824 Piedmont Rd, Morganton, NC
    0.71
    Lot/Land
    $70,000
    08/05/25
    -
    -
    3834 Piedmont Rd, Morganton, NC
    0.75
    Lot/Land
    $78,000
    07/28/25
    -
    -
    2055 Robert Dr, Morganton, NC
    2.12
    Lot/Land
    $20,000
    09/12/25
    -
    -
    2735 Piney Rd, Morganton, NC
    2.24
    Lot/Land
    $25,000
    02/09/26
    -
    -
    1106 Table View Dr #50, Morganton, NC
    2.12
    Lot/Land
    $75,000
    05/04/26
    -
    -
    2949 Piney Rd, Morganton, NC
    2.18
    Lot/Land
    $18,000
    04/01/26
    -
    -
    2485 Piney Rd, Morganton, NC
    2.15
    Lot/Land
    $29,500
    03/10/26
    -
    -
    2006 Piedmont Rd, Morganton, NC
    2.30
    Lot/Land
    $42,000
    12/22/25
    -
    -

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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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      "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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      "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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