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  • Price cut: $51K (3/24)
    $1,099,000

    6500 Burkemont Rd, Morganton, NC 28655

    3beds
    2,845sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2002
    3.67 Acres Lot
    $1,083,100 Zestimate®
    $386/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    This home is returning to the market after a strategic reset, relaunching with dramatically improved professional photography, refined presentation, and a pricing position that properly reflects its true value. This relaunch represents a fresh start, elevated visuals, and a renewed opportunity to experience the home as it was always meant to be seen. Experience million dollar views from this one of a kind mountain retreat perched atop Burkemont Mtn on a private 3.67 acre setting. This sleek, modern black cabin offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2,845 square feet of living space, all designed to capture jaw dropping panoramic vistas that stretch for miles, including a rare sightline to Lake James. Step onto the expansive wraparound porch, updated with premium Trex composite decking and brand new cable railing, and take in the breathtaking views from every angle. A freshly paved asphalt driveway and professional landscaping frame the home perfectly, while the new metal roof complements the exterior’s bold design. Inside, fresh, tasteful paint enhances the upscale feel, making this home the ultimate luxury mountain getaway. You will truly feel on top of the world at this private escape. Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare. Whether as a full time residence or a high end short term rental, this property delivers an unforgettable mountain retreat lifestyle.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: 9 hours ago

    Listing Provided by:

    Kevin Castro kevincastrorealestate@gmail.com,

    RE/MAX Prestige Legacy

    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4336098MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Lower
      Bathroom full
      • Level: Upper
      Bathroom full
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom full
      • Level: Lower
      Heating
      • Central, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Wood
      • Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
      • Fireplace features: Great Room, Wood Burning Stove
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,845
      • Total interior livable area: 2,845 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,845
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Wrap Around
      Lot
      • Size: 3.67 Acres
      • Features: Adjoins Forest, Cleared, Private, Sloped, Views
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1790841213
      • Zoning: RMU
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cabin
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Log, Wood
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2002

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Installed
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None
      Location
      • Region: Morganton

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $386/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $427,217
      • Annual tax amount: $2,463
      • Date on market: 1/13/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 191 days
      • Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
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        Estimated market value

        $1,083,100

        $1.03M - $1.14M

        $2,490/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        3/24/2026Price change$1,099,000-4.4%$386/sqft
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        1/14/2026Listed for sale$1,150,000+27.8%$404/sqft
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        10/20/2025Listing removed$899,900$316/sqft
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        10/4/2025Price change$899,900-5.3%$316/sqft
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        8/26/2025Price change$949,900-4.7%$334/sqft
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        8/21/2025Price change$996,900-9.4%$350/sqft
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        7/14/2025Price change$1,099,999-13.7%$387/sqft
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        7/11/2025Price change$1,275,000-5.6%$448/sqft
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        6/21/2025Listed for sale$1,350,000+63.6%$475/sqft
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        8/21/2024Sold$825,000-2.9%$290/sqft
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        7/12/2024Price change$849,500-1.2%$299/sqft
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        5/23/2024Listed for sale$859,500$302/sqft
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        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,463 +9.8%$427,217 +10.1%
        2024$2,243 $388,114 +0.8%
        2023$2,243 +23.7%$384,853 +54.5%
        2022$1,813 +0.3%$249,032
        2021$1,807 +1.6%$249,032 +1.5%
        2020$1,778 +513%$245,466
        2019$290 -80.3%$245,466 +21.9%
        2018$1,472 +2.6%$201,437
        2017$1,435 $201,437
        2016$1,435 +0.2%$201,437
        2015$1,432 $201,437

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $6,008/mo
        Principal & interest
        $5413
        Property taxes
        $595
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          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: Salem
          • Middle: Liberty
          • High: Patton

          Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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