$199,900

701 Carbon City Rd Morganton, NC 28655

Estimated payment $1,190/month

Total Views 1,586
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,826 Sq Ft
$109 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Mountain View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a beautifully updated home on 1.39 acres—just minutes from Downtown Morganton, I-40, and the stunning Lake James! This home features a brand new 30-year architectural roof and new HVAC system for added peace of mind. You’ll also appreciate the tankless gas water heater, 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and low-maintenance vinyl siding. Inside, every room offers generous space, and the eat-in kitchen includes a walk-in pantry—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The full basement provides tons of storage and endless potential. With plenty of land, there's room to build a garage, add a pool, or expand however you wish. The seller has never lived in the home. Property is being sold AS-IS.

Listing Agent

Christie Leonard

WNC Real Estate at Lake James Brokerage Email: ChristieLeonardHomes@gmail.com Listed on: 08/06/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,141

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is zoned Morganton

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1783729760

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,141

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Restrictions: Other - See Remarks
  • Road Surface Type: Dirt, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 109.47
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: ChristieLeonardHomes@gmail.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry, Other - See Remarks
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1826
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 408
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 408
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1826
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Other
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Living Area: 1826
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Room Count: 7

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Other - See Remarks
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s)
  • Construction Type: Vinyl
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch

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: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas
  • 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: Cleared, Views
  • Lot Size Area: 1.39
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 1783729760
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: Morganton

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Glen Alpine
  • High School: Freedom

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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
2024 $1,141 $187,229 $26,126 $161,103
2023 $1,136 $187,229 $26,126 $161,103
2022 $742 $94,929 $22,853 $72,076
2021 $736 $94,929 $22,853 $72,076
2020 $732 $94,929 $22,853 $72,076
2019 $732 $94,929 $22,853 $72,076
2018 $738 $95,824 $25,352 $70,472
2017 $736 $95,824 $25,352 $70,472
2016 $717 $95,824 $25,352 $70,472
2015 $714 $95,824 $25,352 $70,472
2014 $712 $95,824 $25,352 $70,472
2013 $712 $95,824 $25,352 $70,472
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/06/2025 08/06/25 For Sale $199,900 -- $109 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $90,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $76,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $84,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $78,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $10,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $85,650 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4287557

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 5052