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As of early 2026, 81% of users say yards are well-kept

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Does Morganton, NC show holiday spirit?

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Do residents of Morganton, NC plan to stay at least 5 years?

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As of early 2026, 49% of users say streets are well-lit

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As of early 2026, 34% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Does Morganton, NC have sidewalks?

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As of early 2026, 32% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

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FOR SALE

0.91 ACRES

976 Amherst Rd
Morganton, NC 28655

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,116 sqft (on 0.91 acres)

$525,000

Est. Mortgage $2,953/mo*

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$525,000

Est. Mortgage $2,953/mo*

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3 Beds

2 Baths

2,116 sqft

(on 0.91 acres)

Local Information

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Description

This delightful 3BR, 2 bath brick ranch style home is the perfect place to call your own! Enter from the covered front porch into the open concept floor plan. There is luxury vinyl plank flooring & a neutral color palette. The kitchen has abundant cabinets, large island with eat-at bar and granite counter tops. Move through French doors to the enclosed heated/cooled sunroom. Then walk out onto the expansive back deck and jump into the above ground pool or relax overlooking the fenced back yard. The primary bedroom has an en suite bath & the secondary bedrooms have a large bathroom in the hallway. The two car garage is oversized with plenty of room for storage. In addition there is a gravel circular drive for extra parking. Call for your showing today!

Home Highlights

Parking

2 Car Garage

Outdoor

Porch, Deck

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$248

Listed

41 days ago

Home Details for 976 Amherst Rd

Active Status
MLS Status: Active

Interior Features
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom S, Bathroom Full, Dining Area, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Sunroom
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2116 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Vinyl
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Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Patio / Porch: Covered, Deck, Front PorchFoundation: Crawl Space
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Circular Driveway,Driveway,Attached Garage,Garage on Main Level
Pool Pool: Above Ground
Frontage Responsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel, Paved
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Installed
Surface & Elevation Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 2116 Square Feet

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 17Days on Market: 41

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2022
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building Construction Materials: Brick PartialNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information Not Included in Sale: PlaysetParcel Number: 65034

Price & Status
Price List Price: $525,000Price Per Sqft: $248

Location
Direction & Address City: MorgantonCommunity: Grassy Meadows
School Information Elementary School: DrexelJr High / Middle School: HeritageHigh School: Jimmy C Draughn

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 4362095

Building
Building Area Building Area: 2116 Square Feet

Community
Not Senior Community

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.91 acres

Listing Info
Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: 4362095Attribution Contact: lesabaker@charter.netAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2116

Last check for updates: about 22 hours ago

Listing Provided by: Lesa Baker

Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell

Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4362095

Also Listed on Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Price History for 976 Amherst Rd

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/26/2026	$525,000	Listed For Sale	Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4362095

05/05/2022	$455,000	Sold	Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3841009
Recording Date 05/05/2022 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/22/2022	$439,900	Contingent	Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3841009

03/21/2022	$439,900	Listed For Sale	Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3841009

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Year	2025
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Assessment	$382,218

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Comparable Sales for 976 Amherst Rd

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
950 Amherst Rd, Morganton, NC	0.06	Single-Family Home	$515,000	12/31/25	3	2	2,172
1665 Zion Rd, Morganton, NC	0.32	Single-Family Home	$210,000	08/21/25	4	3	1,946
106 River Hills Way, Morganton, NC	0.47	Single-Family Home	$593,500	03/23/26	4	3	3,788
761 Amherst Rd, Morganton, NC	0.49	Single-Family Home	$315,000	04/30/26	3	2	2,056
200 Woodside Dr, Morganton, NC	0.75	Single-Family Home	$375,000	07/28/25	3	3.5	2,735
1914 Wall St, Morganton, NC	0.98	Single-Family Home	$275,000	11/26/25	4	2.5	2,340
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What Locals Say about Morganton

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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
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Ashleyjay1125
Resident
7mo ago
"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
Resident
5y ago
"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
Resident
5y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"lots of dogs in the neighborhood. people clean up after pets. leashes used. it's a dog friendly community. "
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Kellyrae0928
Resident
6y ago
"There is Tons of trails to walk, dog parks and greenway tracks! Most businesses are also dog friendly."
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Bananasrock84
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6y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
6y ago
"Great people! No crime in my neighborhood. Park nearby with dog park. Plenty of places to grocery shop."
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Sleepinbeauty305
Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
6y ago
"Friday night Concerts on the square in downtown Morganton. Cute shops, restaurants and parks close by too. "
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kevinsimpsondc
Prev. Resident
7y ago
"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
Resident
7y ago
"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
Resident
7y ago
"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.
Resident
7y ago
"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.
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7y ago
"There are very few rentals allowing dogs. However, dogs are fairly common and accepted in this neighborhood. "
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976 Amherst Rd, Morganton, NC 28655 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,116 sqft single-family home built in 2022. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Mar 26, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4362095.

976 Amherst Rd
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$525,000

$525,000

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