Tbd Wards Gap Rd
Casar, NC 28020
(on 248.04 acres)
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Description
High in the foothills of Cleveland County sits a sprawling 248-acre property that perfectly captures the beauty and spirit of western North Carolina. The landscape rolls gently upward to a high ridge where, on a clear day, you can stand beneath the hardwood canopy and see the distant shimmer of the Charlotte skyline — nearly 50 miles away. Views like this are almost impossible to find, and this property offers them in several directions.
This land has been carefully preserved for decades. Two of the parcels are enrolled in a Present Use Value (PUV) Timber Program, and according to the seller, the forest hasn’t been cut since the early 1970s. The result is a mature stand of hardwoods — oak, hickory, and poplar — that tower over the ridgelines, creating both an ecological treasure and a valuable timber resource. The forest floor is alive with wildlife; whitetail deer, turkey, squirrels, and even the occasional black bear call this property home.
The upper property line adjoins the Pine Mountain Estates community, and also serves as the county line between Cleveland and Burke Counties. Along this stretch lies over one-third of a mile of frontage on Pine Ridge Road, offering easy access and excellent potential for future development. Yet despite bordering an established neighborhood, this property remains completely unrestricted — not subject to any covenants, zoning limitations, or HOA oversight. It’s rare to find this much flexibility paired with such accessibility and close proximity to infrastructure.
As you descend from the ridge, the terrain opens into a broad, gently rolling valley where a ~20-acre fenced pasture stretches across the lower portion of the property. It’s been meticulously maintained for decades — ideal for cattle, horses, or hay production. A small, year-round creek meanders along the edge, providing a steady water source and a serene backdrop for livestock or recreation.
The possibilities here are endless. For the conservation-minded buyer, the combination of mature timber, diverse wildlife, and water features make this property a strong candidate for long-term stewardship or a conservation easement. For developers, the road frontage, proximity to existing infrastructure, and natural elevation offer a canvas for a private estate community or multiple homesites with unobstructed mountain and skyline views. And for those dreaming of a private retreat, it’s a place where you can hike for hours without seeing another person — yet still be within easy reach of Morganton, Shelby, and Hickory.
Quiet, private, and absolutely stunning, this 248-acre tract represents one of the finest large parcels remaining in the Cleveland County. It’s a property that feels wild yet welcoming — a rare balance of beauty, utility, and freedom that defines the very best of rural North Carolina.
This land has been carefully preserved for decades. Two of the parcels are enrolled in a Present Use Value (PUV) Timber Program, and according to the seller, the forest hasn’t been cut since the early 1970s. The result is a mature stand of hardwoods — oak, hickory, and poplar — that tower over the ridgelines, creating both an ecological treasure and a valuable timber resource. The forest floor is alive with wildlife; whitetail deer, turkey, squirrels, and even the occasional black bear call this property home.
The upper property line adjoins the Pine Mountain Estates community, and also serves as the county line between Cleveland and Burke Counties. Along this stretch lies over one-third of a mile of frontage on Pine Ridge Road, offering easy access and excellent potential for future development. Yet despite bordering an established neighborhood, this property remains completely unrestricted — not subject to any covenants, zoning limitations, or HOA oversight. It’s rare to find this much flexibility paired with such accessibility and close proximity to infrastructure.
As you descend from the ridge, the terrain opens into a broad, gently rolling valley where a ~20-acre fenced pasture stretches across the lower portion of the property. It’s been meticulously maintained for decades — ideal for cattle, horses, or hay production. A small, year-round creek meanders along the edge, providing a steady water source and a serene backdrop for livestock or recreation.
The possibilities here are endless. For the conservation-minded buyer, the combination of mature timber, diverse wildlife, and water features make this property a strong candidate for long-term stewardship or a conservation easement. For developers, the road frontage, proximity to existing infrastructure, and natural elevation offer a canvas for a private estate community or multiple homesites with unobstructed mountain and skyline views. And for those dreaming of a private retreat, it’s a place where you can hike for hours without seeing another person — yet still be within easy reach of Morganton, Shelby, and Hickory.
Quiet, private, and absolutely stunning, this 248-acre tract represents one of the finest large parcels remaining in the Cleveland County. It’s a property that feels wild yet welcoming — a rare balance of beauty, utility, and freedom that defines the very best of rural North Carolina.
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Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for Tbd Wards Gap Rd
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MLS Status: Under Contract-No Show |
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View No View |
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Parking & Garage No Carport |
Frontage Responsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Paved |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Needed |
Surface & Elevation Elevation Units: Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 180Days on Market: 180+ |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land |
Building No Additional ParcelsNot Habitable Residence |
Property Information Usage of Home: Agricultural, Cattle, Commercial, Dairy, Development, Farm, Multi-Family, Orchard, Pasture/Grazing, Private Estate, Recreational, Residential, Subdevelopment, Timber, Other - See RemarksParcel Number: 38716, 38718, 38675 |
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Price List Price: $1,600,000 |
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Direction & Address City: Casar |
School Information Elementary School: UnspecifiedJr High / Middle School: UnspecifiedHigh School: Unspecified |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 4319967 |
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Not Senior Community |
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Lot Area: 248.04 acres |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Mls Number: 4319967Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractAttribution Contact: Chris@carolinalandnetwork.com |
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Chris St Clair
St. Clair Home and Land Compan
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4319967
Also Listed on Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Price History for Tbd Wards Gap Rd
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 05/06/2026 | $1,600,000 | Pending | Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4319967 |
| 03/20/2026 | $1,600,000 | PriceChange | Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4319967 |
| 11/07/2025 | $1,800,000 | Listed For Sale | Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4319967 |
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Comparable Sales for Tbd Wards Gap Rd
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.72 | Lot/Land | $2,125,000 | 03/03/26 | - | - | ||
1.28 | Lot/Land | $250,000 | 06/02/25 | - | - | ||
1.99 | Lot/Land | $130,000 | 02/08/26 | - | - | ||
2.09 | Lot/Land | $120,000 | 12/17/25 | - | - | ||
2.06 | Lot/Land | $74,900 | 08/06/25 | - | - | ||
2.46 | Lot/Land | $737,500 | 04/10/26 | - | - | ||
2.35 | Lot/Land | $8,000 | 09/03/25 | - | - | ||
2.81 | Lot/Land | $189,900 | 09/22/25 | - | - | ||
3.24 | Lot/Land | $872,000 | 07/15/25 | - | - | ||
3.10 | Lot/Land | $100,000 | 11/18/25 | - | - |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for Tbd Wards Gap Rd.
- Burns High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 934 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThis school is in a great environment to learn and make friends.Other Review9y ago - Burns Middle
- 6-8
- Public
- 734 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageBurns Middle School is a very unique school because the teachers, Principal and Vice-Principal go the extra mile for each student. I am a grandmother to a 12 year old child and I know that I tolerate her attitude most of the time. I know that growing into adulthood isn't easy, but when I child takes "her" attitude to school and does things at school that she is told not to do at home, that is where we lock horns. If a child is an "A" student at school and can remember things that she has learned in class for a test. There is something wrong when she is away from school and can't "remember" anything she is told not to do; does things, apologizes for doing them and days later forgets and does it again. No, you can't put the blame on the teachers or anyone else. When you have to keep repeating yourself to a child this age to do things she should know to do because of being around other young teens and not be offensive or offend, annoy something is dreadfully wrong. In my day, when we got home we got taken to the woodshed. You are not allowed to do this now.........now, they are told, "Honey don't do that". Teachers everywhere earn what they are paid and the principals. Me, I wouldn't have that job. My granddaughter loves to test people, she knows how to fake crying and does so to get her way. She has said this to me. She said in front of others that if Plan A doesn't work with me, she will use Plan B. Now, I know the tricks she uses and she tells on herself every time.Other Review10y ago - Casar Elementary School
- PK-5
- Public
- 278 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageCasar Elementary is a great school. I have 2 children that attend Casar. It is a "family" oriented school and has great teachers that really care about the students and their learning. Also, Casar is lucky to have a new principal that has recently joined the school. She has done a great job as the principal. I would definitely question negative comments that have been posted about Casar Elementary School.Parent Review14y ago - Cleveland County Early College High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 219 Students
10/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI am part of the first class and I have experienced what I wouldn't have experienced if I went to an original high school. I am blessed and proud. you are pushed to do great things that you are capable of to succeed. The teachers help you tremendously if you have misunderstandings. We are crew not passenger, a leader not a follower, and we work together as one. The academics are based on expodential learning with outward bound while also challenging you to be all that you can to strive for the best.Student Review15y ago 
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88 % Say there's wildlife
80 % Say it's quiet
50 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say kids play outside
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Tbd Wards Gap Rd, Casar, NC 28020 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Nov 7, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4319967.