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$2,599,000

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  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 5 Car Garage
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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.

Full Property Details for 1831 Sandy Cove Dr

General

  • Price: $2,599,000
  • HOA FEE: $108/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
  • MLS ID: 4303843
  • Updated: 12/10/2025
  • Added to Site: 120 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Cable Prewire, Central Vacuum, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Whirlpool
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Outside, Wood Burning, Living Room, Outside, Wood Burning
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Washer/Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 2
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Lower: 2
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Clubhouse, Outdoor Pool, Street Lights, Walking Trails
  • Pool: Yes
  • Equipment: Generator Hookup, Surround Sound

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Dock - Floating, Outdoor Shower

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 5
  • Parking Features: Basement, Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Garage Shop, Keypad Entry

Location

  • County: Burke
  • Subdivision: Southpointe
  • Driving Directions: Navigation brings you to the driveway. See Sign

School Information

  • Elementary School: Oak Hill
  • Middle School: Table Rock
  • High School: Freedom

Community

  • Assoc. Name: Catawba Vally Property Management

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Heat Pump
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: City
  • Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Phone Connected, Satellite Internet Available, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities, Wired Internet Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Construction: Site Built
  • Exterior Const.: Cedar Shake, Stone Veneer, Vinyl
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Basement Garage Door, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Lower: 1,632 Sq. Ft.
  • Main/1st Level: 2,536 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 2007

Lot Features

  • Lot Dimensions: ODD
  • Street/Road Desc.: Concrete, Paved
  • Elevation (Approx.): 1000
  • Lot Features: Private, Sloped, Waterfront
  • Rcmdd Zoning: R-1

Water Features

  • Water Front Name: Lake James

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $1,300
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually

Disclosures and Reports

  • Restrictions: Architectural Review, Building, Deed, Manufactured Home Not Allowed, Modular Not Allowed, Square Feet, Subdivision, Other - See Remarks
  • Property ID: 1754911745
  • Lot Number: 1736/

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Schools serving 1831 Sandy Cove Dr

School District:Burke County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Glen Alpine Elementary
302 London Street, Morganton, NC 28655
PK-53.7 mi
Table Rock Middle
1585 North Carolina 126, Morganton, NC 28655
6-83.7 mi
Freedom High
511 Independence Boulevard, Morganton, NC 28655
9-126.6 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1831 Sandy Cove Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
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12/10/2025
Price Reduced
$2,599,000
-3.02%
MLS
9/19/2025
Listed
$2,680,000
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Tax History for 1831 Sandy Cove Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,220
-1%
$1,437,435
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2023
$9,288
12%
$1,437,435
36%
2022
$8,258
—
$1,054,935
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2021
$8,252
—
$1,054,935
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2020
$8,248
—
$1,054,935
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2019
$8,248
12%
$1,054,935
13%
2018
$7,336
—
$937,346
—
2017
$7,334
2%
$937,346
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2016
$7,189
—
$937,346
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2015
$7,186
—
$937,346
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2014
$7,201
—
$937,346
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2013
$7,203
—
$937,346
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1831 Sandy Cove Drive, Morganton, NC 28655 (MLS# 4303843) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1831 Sandy Cove Drive is currently listed for $2,599,000 and was received on September 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 1831 Sandy Cove Drive? 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.

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