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Property Description
Farmhouse charm. Room to roam. Nearly 20 acres of possibility. Enjoy the peace and privacy of country living while being just minutes from downtown Morganton. This distinctive property offers over 20 acres total, complete with a classic barn, powered outbuilding, and additional creekside acreage across Kirksey Drive. The home sits on 6.13 acres and features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and additional finished space upstairs (that isn't included in heated square footage due to ceiling height being under 7ft); perfect for a home office or bonus room. Start your mornings on the front porch, spend your evenings on the back deck, and enjoy the freedom of having room to make this property your own. Homestead dreams, hobby farm plans, or simply more space to breathe; this one brings the possibilities. Schedule your private tour and see how country living and convenience come together.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 116 Amherst Rd
General
- Price: $379,900
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4418711
- Updated: 8/28/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator with Ice Maker
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Parking
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway
Location
- County: Burke
School Information
- Elementary School: Hillcrest
- Middle School: Walter Johnson
- High School: Freedom
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: City
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse
- Construction Status: Completed
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Storage Space, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Roof: Metal
- Main/1st Level: 1,348 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1932
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt, Paved
- Elevation (Approx.): 1000
- Lot Features: Cleared, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views
- Rcmdd Zoning: EID
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 2714009490
- Lot Number: 002835/00933
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Schools
Schools serving 116 Amherst Rd
School District:Burke County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hillcrest Elementary, Morganton, NC 201 Tennessee Street, Morganton, NC 28655 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
Walter R Johnson Middle 701 Lenoir Road, Morganton, NC 28655 | 6-8 | 2.4 mi |
Freedom High 511 Independence Boulevard, Morganton, NC 28655 | 9-12 | 3.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 116 Amherst Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/28/2026
Listed
$379,900
1.31%
MLS
10/28/2025
Sold
$375,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 116 Amherst Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,467
—
$246,803
—
2023
$1,470
11%
$246,803
38%
2022
$1,328
—
$179,312
—
2021
$1,322
-1%
$179,312
-1%
2020
$1,335
—
$181,702
—
2019
$1,335
28%
$181,702
-1%
2018
$1,039
—
$184,200
—
2017
$1,037
2%
$184,200
—
2016
$1,012
—
$184,200
—
2015
$1,009
—
$184,200
—
2014
$1,007
-5%
$184,200
—
2013
$1,058
—
$184,200
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 116 Amherst Rd
116 Amherst Road, Morganton, NC 28655 (MLS# 4418711) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 116 Amherst Road is currently listed for $379,900 and was received on August 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 116 Amherst Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Morganton? You can browse all Morganton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

