1831 Sandy Cove Dr Morganton, NC 28655
Lake James NeighborhoodEstimated payment $14,931/month
Highlights
- Covered Dock
- Waterfront
- Clubhouse
- Boat Lift
- Open Floorplan
- Private Lot
About This Home
Custom lakefront home on Lake James. Located in the highly sought-after SouthPointe neighborhood in Morganton, NC. This builder's own custom home was thoughtfully designed and built to maximize water views, lake access, and entertaining space. This property offers one of the rarest features on the lake, a gently sloping walkable approach to the shoreline and dock, on the main channel. Amazing outdoor entertaining features include not just one 16'x36' covered cedar porch overlooking the lake from above, but also another 16'x36' bluestone patio with a large wood-burning fireplace, plus an outdoor shower with a private changing area.
The main level features two bedrooms with en-suites, two home offices for work or study spaces, both of which have closets and could be used as bedrooms. The living room features a beautiful wood-burning stone fireplace to relax by. Both levels have full kitchens, two bedrooms, and dining areas inside or out. Take a walk down to the private over-the-water gazebo and dock, which were replaced in 2025; the dock has two slips, one of which has a boat lift. on a .59-acre lot with approximately 275 ft of waterfront. Plenty of parking outside and in, the home has two garages, with a total of 5 bays. 2 on grade and 3 more under.
With its variety of outdoor living spaces, this home provides numerous opportunities to enjoy lake life. whether relaxing on the cedar porch, gathering around the fireplace on the bluestone patio, or entertaining on the water's edge in the gazebo. Designed for comfort and connection, it's a home that's ideal for large or private gatherings and year-round enjoyment. The owner wishes to take all calls personally. Please call the owner to set up all showings.
Listing Agent
Morgan-Trace Real Estate Brokerage Email: morgantrace@icloud.com License #251903 Listed on: 09/19/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,220
Year Built
- Built in 2007
Lot Details
- Waterfront
- Private Lot
- Sloped Lot
HOA Fees
- $108 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 5 Car Attached Garage
- Basement Garage
- Workshop in Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- 5 Open Parking Spaces
Property Views
- Water
- Mountain
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
- Stone Veneer
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Central Vacuum
- Sound System
- Wired For Data
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Window Screens
- Pocket Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Insulated Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Storage
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
- Electric Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet
- Whirlpool Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Walk-Up Access
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Basement Storage
Accessible Home Design
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Shower
- Boat Lift
- Covered Dock
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Outdoor Fireplace
- Gazebo
Schools
- Oak Hill Elementary School
- Table Rock Middle School
- Freedom High School
Utilities
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Heat Pump System
- Underground Utilities
- Generator Hookup
- Electric Water Heater
- Fiber Optics Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1754911745
Community Details
Overview
- Catawba Vally Property Management Association, Phone Number (828) 439-8834
- Southpointe Subdivision
- Mandatory home owners association
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Trails
Additional Features
- Clubhouse
- Card or Code Access
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,220 | $1,437,435 | $580,900 | $856,535 |
| 2024 | $9,288 | $1,437,435 | $580,900 | $856,535 |
| 2023 | $9,288 | $1,437,435 | $580,900 | $856,535 |
| 2022 | $8,258 | $1,054,935 | $399,200 | $655,735 |
| 2021 | $8,252 | $1,054,935 | $399,200 | $655,735 |
| 2020 | $8,248 | $1,054,935 | $399,200 | $655,735 |
| 2019 | $8,248 | $1,054,935 | $399,200 | $655,735 |
| 2018 | $7,336 | $937,346 | $325,540 | $611,806 |
| 2017 | $7,334 | $937,346 | $325,540 | $611,806 |
| 2016 | $7,189 | $937,346 | $325,540 | $611,806 |
| 2015 | $7,186 | $937,346 | $325,540 | $611,806 |
| 2014 | $7,201 | $937,346 | $325,540 | $611,806 |
| 2013 | $7,203 | $937,346 | $325,540 | $611,806 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2025 09/19/25 | For Sale | $2,680,000 | -- | $643 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)
MLS Number: 4303843
APN: 52409
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