Wake up to the soothing sounds of Laurel Creek in this move-in ready home on 4.84 acres! Whether you're looking for a full time residence, tranquil retreat, or short term rental, this home is perfect. Step inside from a covered front porch to a spacious living room. The living room flows into the updated kitchen with picturesque window over the sink looking out over Laurel Creek. The views carry into the dining room with windows on three walls! Off the dining room is a deck for grilling our enjoying the outdoors. The home features a split bedroom floor plan and a large hall bathroom. Outside the property includes a private beach and a small deck already in place on Laurel Creek! With plenty of space to add your own firepit, string lights, or garden area, the outdoor options are endless. This property is located approximately 10 minutes from Downtown Morganton!
- MLS# 4257020
- Date Listed05/09/2025
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size -
- Sewer Septic Tank
- Subdivision None
- Property Type Single Family
- County Burke
- Year Built 1950
- Water Well
- Square Feet 946 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $252.64
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Heat Pump
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres -
- Lot Size SQFT -
- Lot Features -
Directions
From I40 take exit 105 onto NC 18. Go approx 6 miles. Home is on your right.
Financial Considerations
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
5.96 mi
Distance
East Burke
Unknown • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
- mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
8.15 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
5.96 mi
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Public • PK - 5
7.2 mi
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Public • PK - 5
8.03 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
8.15 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
8.1 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3148 Muddy Road | 3 | 1 | Nov 24, 2025 | $34,500 | Nov 29, 2025 | - |
| 108 Riverside Drive | Listing | 3 | 3 | Nov 24, 2025 | $360,000 | Nov 29, 2025 | - |
| 7267 Jeeter Shell Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Nov 24, 2025 | $165,000 | May 11, 2021 | $68,140 |
| 1942 NC 18 US 64 Highway | Listing | 1 | 1 | Nov 24, 2025 | $299,000 | May 21, 2024 | $292,667 |
| 5646 NC Hwy 18S Highway | Listing | 2 | 2 | Nov 24, 2025 | $375,000 | May 21, 2024 | $353,465 |
| 4658 Cindy Ridge Road | 3 | 2 | Nov 24, 2025 | $239,900 | Nov 29, 2025 | - |
| 217 Ridge Top Drive | Listing | 3 | 3 | Nov 24, 2025 | $1,250,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $1,039,354 |
| 277 Excelsior Drive | Listing | 3 | 3 | Nov 24, 2025 | $615,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $713,287 |
| 303 Waters Edge Drive | 4 | 3 | Nov 24, 2025 | $845,000 | Nov 29, 2025 | - |
| 100 Pier Point Drive | Listing | 4 | 4 | Nov 24, 2025 | $1,200,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $941,154 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 58,117 | 17,480 | 92,351 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 177 | 909 | 182 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.4 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 41.5 | 39.6 | 42.3 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $46,465 | $44,642 | $47,294 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $25,153 | $25,361 | $25,440 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 83 | 80 | 83 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 24.9°F | 24.9°F | 24.9°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 88.7°F | 88.7°F | 88.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.62" | 49.62" | 49.62" | 38" |
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 5608 NC Hwy 18 Highway S
Source: Realty.com
5608 NC Hwy 18 Highway S, Morganton, NC 28655 is a Single Family 946 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 33 photos available of this 2 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $239,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 33 photos of 5608 NC Hwy 18 Highway S.
Our records indicate that 5608 NC Hwy 18 Highway S was built in 1950.
The full address for this home is 5608 NC Hwy 18 Highway S, Morganton, NC 28655.
5608 NC Hwy 18 Highway S has been listed on Realty.com since Fri May 09, 2025
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 1/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 1/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 5608 NC Hwy 18 Highway S. George Hildebrand Elementary (Grades: PK - 5), East Burke (Grades: 6 - 8), East Burke High (Grades: 9 - 12)
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