$567,500
SOLD MAY 22, 2025

53 Hennessee St Morganton, NC 28655

4 Beds
2 Baths
3,960 Sq Ft
1.47 Acres

Recently Sold

$143 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

398 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Laundry Room
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Fireplace
  • Spray Foam Insulation
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to “The Aerie,” a historical gem nestled on 1.47 acres overlooking the Town of Glen Alpine. Built in 1905, this home holds a rich legacy as the old E.A. Hennessee Home Place, boasting stunning views of Table Rock, Hawksbill and Grandfather mountains. With its classic charm and timeless elegance, The Aerie invites you to step back in time while enjoying modern comforts such as a woodstove, solar panels and induction stovetop. The wraparound porch offers relaxation and beautiful scenery, while inside, you’ll discover the matchboard walls, moldings, and original mantels that speak to its heritage. Owners have restored with sustainability in mind. There are still several rooms awaiting your personal touch. Completion of another main level bathroom and second-level bathroom will expand the heated square footage to over 4,000 square feet. “The Aerie” presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of history. Don’t miss your chance to make this iconic residence your own!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Mulwee

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blue Ridge REALTORS® Brokerage Email: lemulwee@bellsouth.net License #240738 Listed on: 03/30/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blue Ridge REALTORS®

Last Buyer's Agent

Sundance Stanley

Beacon Realty Group License #310544

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Property is zoned GlenAlpi, R-20

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Spray Foam Insulation
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Recycled Construction Materials

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Fireplace
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Induction Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Eco-Friendly Details

  • No or Low VOC Paint or Finish
  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Glen Alpine Elementary School
  • Table Rock Middle School
  • Freedom High School

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1773502738

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

1.47 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Road Surface Type: Dirt, Paved
  • Unit Levels: Three
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 143.31
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Power Production Ownership: Seller Owned
  • Power Production Size: 10
  • Attribution Contact: lemulwee@bellsouth.net
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1849
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 260
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 136
  • Sq Ft Unheated Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 232
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 96
  • Sq Ft Upper: 1851
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Induction Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3960
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Living Area: 3960
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Third: 0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Other - See Remarks
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Construction Type: Stone, Wood
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Other - See Remarks
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Table Rock
  • HOA Subject To: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 1773502738
  • Zoning: R-20
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Zoning Specification: GlenAlpi

Green Features

  • Green Sustainability: No VOC Coatings, Photovoltaic - Solar Power, Recycled Materials, Salvaged Materials, Spray Foam Insulation

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Glen Alpine
  • High School: Freedom

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2024
Closed on
May 22, 2025
Sold by
Vanarnold George Benzion and Vanarnold Jacqueline
Bought by
Samuels Michael E
Seller's Agent
Laura Mulwee
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blue Ridge REALTORS®
Buyer's Agent
Sundance Stanley
Beacon Realty Group
List Price
$620,000
Sold Price
$567,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$52,500
-8.47%
Views
629
Current Estimated Value
$553,053

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$14,447
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.42%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 29, 2013
Closed on
Jul 10, 2014
Sold by
Re Construct Incorporated
Bought by
Vanarnold George Benzion
List Price
$60,000
Sold Price
$60,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.96%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2006
Sold by
Hall Derrick and Hall Nina
Bought by
Re Construct Inc
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $567,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $567,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $60,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/22/2025 05/22/25 Sold $567,500 -8.5% $143 / Sq Ft
03/01/2025 03/01/25 For Sale $620,000 +9.3% $157 / Sq Ft
02/28/2025 02/28/25 Off Market $567,500 -- --
10/22/2024 10/22/24 For Sale $620,000 +9.3% $157 / Sq Ft
09/30/2024 09/30/24 Off Market $567,500 -- --
05/30/2024 05/30/24 Price Changed $620,000 -0.8% $157 / Sq Ft
03/30/2024 03/30/24 For Sale $625,000 +941.7% $158 / Sq Ft
07/10/2014 07/10/14 Sold $60,000 0.0% $16 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/10/2014 07/10/14 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2013 07/29/13 For Sale $60,000 -- $16 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

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 $3,736 $447,165 $20,342 $426,823
2024 $3,408 $404,595 $20,342 $384,253
2023 $2,384 $270,114 $20,342 $249,772
2022 $1,052 $93,684 $14,432 $79,252
2021 $1,046 $93,684 $14,432 $79,252
2020 $1,051 $93,684 $14,432 $79,252
2019 $842 $73,674 $14,432 $59,242
2018 $851 $73,179 $14,432 $58,747
2017 $831 $70,801 $14,432 $56,369
2016 $865 $70,801 $14,432 $56,369
2015 $1,423 $131,129 $14,432 $116,697
2014 $1,285 $131,129 $14,432 $116,697
2013 $1,285 $131,129 $14,432 $116,697
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4123414

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 22276

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