Johns River Rd #0, Morganton, NC 28655
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OFF MARKET

Johns River Rd #0
Morganton, NC 28655

    (on 20.05 acres)

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    Description

    Absolutely beautiful John's River property! 5 acres with over 500 feet of river frontage on rivert side of the road. 14+ acres of partially cleared, grassed and wooded land on other side. Barn on site with cleared area for hay. Peaceful and completely private. River side has covered shelter area with concrete pad. Step into the river and float or enjoy a swim. Level building sites on left side. Riverside is flood plain. Drives into both, locked gates.
    Johns River Rd #0, Morganton, NC 28655 is a lot/land. It last sold for $145,000 on May 24, 2017 (12% below the $164,900 asking price). It is currently off market.

    Home Highlights

    Parking
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    Outdoor
    No Info
    HOA
    None
    Price/Sqft
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    Listed
    180+ days ago

    Home Details for Johns River Rd #0

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Closed

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Underground Utilities
    View
    Has a ViewView: Mountain(s), Water

    Exterior Features

    Exterior Home Features
    Other Structures: Barn(s), Other
    Parking & Garage
    No Carport
    Frontage
    WaterfrontWaterfront: River FrontResponsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: GravelOn Waterfront
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: None
    Surface & Elevation
    Elevation Units: Feet

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Property Information
    Usage of Home: Farm, Recreational, ResidentialParcel Number: 1797040355

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $164,900

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: MorgantonCommunity: None
    School Information
    Elementary School: UnspecifiedHigh School: Unspecified

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 20.05 acres

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 17935Water ViewWater View: Water
    Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
    Listed by Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#17935

    Price History for Johns River Rd #0

    DatePriceEventSource
    05/24/2017$145,000Sold
    Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #17935

    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 Johns River Rd #0

    Address
    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    3824 Piedmont Rd, Morganton, NC
    1.41
    Lot/Land
    $70,000
    08/05/25
    -
    -
    3834 Piedmont Rd, Morganton, NC
    1.44
    Lot/Land
    $78,000
    07/28/25
    -
    -
    2485 Piney Rd, Morganton, NC
    1.47
    Lot/Land
    $29,500
    03/10/26
    -
    -
    2735 Piney Rd, Morganton, NC
    1.53
    Lot/Land
    $25,000
    02/09/26
    -
    -
    2949 Piney Rd, Morganton, NC
    1.50
    Lot/Land
    $18,000
    04/01/26
    -
    -
    1106 Table View Dr #50, Morganton, NC
    2.15
    Lot/Land
    $75,000
    05/04/26
    -
    -
    2055 Robert Dr, Morganton, NC
    2.05
    Lot/Land
    $20,000
    09/12/25
    -
    -

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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

    • 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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      "Great people! No crime in my neighborhood. Park nearby with dog park. Plenty of places to grocery shop."
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      "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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