Neighborhoods in Burke County, NC

Fraser firs and red spruces outnumber residents in Burke Mountains, a small community in western North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Homebuyers are drawn to the quiet High Country location, close to trails and other outdoor attractions. “The neighborhood attracts a lot of hikers, trout fisherman, climbers and people who love the outdoors,” says

The rectangular summit of Table Rock Mountain is probably the most iconic feature of Upper Creek, as the rock formation is visible from 30 miles away. However, it’s just one of the spots that draw hikers and rock climbers to the mountains and gorges of this remote North Carolina community that’s 8 miles northwest of Morganton. Residents typically

During the Revolutionary War, an oak tree in Quaker Meadows served as the rallying point for nearly 1,400 frontiersmen before they marched south and defeated British soldiers at the Battle of Kings Mountain. Nearly 250 years later, Quaker Meadows is no longer a secluded frontier, but forests and pastures cover much of the community’s hills and

Connelly Springs, NC is a rural town near Lake Rhodhiss, 60 miles from Charlotte. Residents enjoy fishing and boating at Castle Bridge Marina. Rutherford College Greenway Park and Lakeside Park provide trails and picnicking spots.

Rutherford College, NC, a small town in the Blue Ridge foothills, features award-winning JD's Smokehouse and access to Lake Rhodhiss. It has highly rated Burke County Schools and lies within an hour of Asheville and Charlotte.

The Silver Creek area is about 13 miles from Downtown Morganton. The community includes the town of Glen Alpine, the upscale neighborhood Silver Creek Plantation, and countless homes on multi-acre lots. “It’s kind of a farming area outside of the city a good little bit,” says Chris Gettys, A Realtor and broker with eXp Realty who lives nearby and

Drexel, NC, a small town in the Blue Ridge foothills, offers affordable homes and highly rated schools. Its annual fair is popular, while nearby Lake Rhodhiss and South Mountains State Park provide outdoor recreation.

Morganton, NC, near the Blue Ridge Mountains, offers scenic views and outdoor adventures. Historic homes and parks dot the city. South Mountains State Park is nearby. Burke County Schools include highly rated Freedom High.

Valdese, NC, a Western North Carolina town, preserves Waldensian heritage. It features a charming Main Street and Lake Rhodhiss for recreation. Burke County Public Schools include highly rated Heritage Middle.

Lower Fork is a rural community of about 3,300 tucked into the South Mountains of Burke County. The community has a variety of housing choices and is close to outdoor attractions like South Mountain State Park and numerous hiking trails. “It's in the country basically,” says Paula Dodge, a Realtor at Home & Heart Realty. There's not a whole lot of

Lower Creek is a rural community of 2,500 nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The area offers buyers many housing options and is close to outdoor attractions such as state forests and trails. “It's nice,” says Tim Newton, a broker with Coldwell Banker Newton Real Estate, who sells in the area. “You’re getting into some

The Upper Fork area of Morganton is home to about 1,000 residents, many winding creeks and the South Mountains State Park. Residents are often treated to views of the Blue Ridge Mountains from their front yards or find peaceful solitude on home farms surrounded by trees. Yet, Downtown Morganton, with its shopping, dining and services, is only

The Smoky Creek community is less than 10 miles from Downtown Morganton and gets its name from the small body of water that winds through it. The area’s roughly 580 residents enjoy proximity to the city’s shopping, dining and entertainment options, and the peaceful, rural lifestyle that comes with living just outside the hustle and bustle. “People

Hildebran is a largely rural community tucked between Hickory and Morganton on the Burke–Catawba county line. While neighboring communities are booming with new subdivisions and shopping centers, “Hildebran itself has hardly seen commercial or residential expansion,” says Brandy Huffman, a broker with Huffman Realty Group. The town’s claim to

Rhodhiss, NC, spans the Catawba River in the Blue Ridge Foothills. Lake Rhodhiss and Horseshoe Dam Park offer outdoor activities. Burke County Schools are highly rated. Homes include 1940s ranches and lakeside properties.