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1488 Watermill Road

Morganton, NC 28655

Active 79 days on market Listing ID CAR 301954319

$249,000

Est. $1,431/mo See my rate

$180/Sq Ft

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,382 sqft · $180/sqft

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,382 Sq Ft
$180/Sq Ft
2001 Built
1.00 acres Single Family Residence Listed May 9, 2026 Updated Jul 18, 2026 HOA None

About This Home

Welcome to a place you’ll truly enjoy calling home, and it is priced below the appraised value!! This notably well-cared-for home is perfectly set on a little over 1-acre, providing the rare blend of privacy, room to grow, and effortless comfort. The spacious lot gives you plenty of outdoor options—whether you want a peaceful retreat, a gardening paradise, or space for gatherings with family and friends.

Step inside to find a very clean and inviting space, with thoughtful updates and plenty of room to relax or gather with friends. You’ll enjoy entertaining in the large living room or cooking in the spacious kitchen. There are plenty of rooms and closet space, but if you’re in the need for another room, there is an additional room that could be used for a home office and it is part of the attached double garage.

And for added peace of mind and accessibility, the home features a long ramp leading to the front porch. Plus, the original stairs are still in place so the ramp could be removed if needed. Outdoors, the amenities are just as impressive.

Picture yourself unwinding in your very own gazebo—perfect for reading a book, enjoying a cup of coffee, or sharing laughter with guests. If you have a green thumb or hope to develop one, you’ll love the unique greenhouse that makes it easy to nurture flowers, vegetables, or herbs all year-round. The property is also equipped with a massive 4,000-gallon underground water tank, giving you a reliable and efficient way to keep your garden and grounds lush and green no matter the season.

The tank is connected to the home’s gutter system, and for another bonus, there are several yard hydrants spread out on the property. This property is ideal for anyone wanting a calm and welcoming place to call their own. Location is another prime feature of this home.

It is just minutes from schools, grocery stores, parks, and playgrounds. The home is just 7 minutes from Historic Downtown Morganton where you’ll find an array of restaurants, shops, pubs, and professional services. Travel 10 minutes in the other direction and you’ll arrive at beautiful Lake James.

Lake James covers almost 11 Sq. Miles with 150 miles of shoreline. It is a major recreation destination for boating, hiking, camping, and fishing.

Burke Co. has been coined “Nature’s Playground” because of the State Parks/Trails & the thousands of acres of the Pisgah National Forest. This home is in a key location to access all the adventures the area has to offer.

Don’t miss the chance to make this special home yours! Reach out to us to learn more or to schedule a private tour, and experience all it has to offer!

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Heat Pump
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Other - See Remarks
Sqftmain
1382
Roomcount
9
Sqftlower
0
Sqftthird
0
Sqftupper
0
Sqftgarage
913
Bedroommain
3
Fullbathmain
2
Halfbathmain
0
Half Bathrooms
0
Total Bathrooms
2
Laundry Features
  • Laundry Room
  • Main Level
Sqftunheatedmain
0
Interior Features
  • Split Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
Mainlevelgarageyn
1
Security Features
  • Smoke Detector(s)
Sqftunheatedtotal
0
Sqfttotalpropertyhla
1382

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style
  • Ranch
Accessibility Features
  • Two or More Access Exits
  • Bath Grab Bars
  • Ramp(s)-Main Level

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • One
Above Grade Finished Area
1382
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Parking And Garage

Open Parking
true
Parking Features
  • Driveway
  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Faces Front
Open Parking Spaces
5

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Architectural Shingle
  • Metal
Exterior Features
  • Rainwater Catchment
Construction Materials
  • Vinyl
Patio And Porch Features
  • Covered
  • Front Porch
  • Rear Porch

Lot And Land

Lot Features
  • Cleared
  • Wooded
Lot Size Acres
1
Lot Size Units
Acres
Other Structures
  • Gazebo
  • Greenhouse
Lot Size Dimensions
208.72x178.72x208.72x266

Basement And Foundation

Foundation Details
  • Crawl Space

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Water Source
  • City

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto
No City Taxes Paid
Hoasubjecttodues
No

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification
R-2

Listed by Joe Blumetti (828-443-8883) · Broadpoint Real Estate Group (828-438-4111)

Location

Address
1488 Watermill Road
City
Morganton, NC 28655
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Schools

Elementary
Oak Hill
Middle
Table Rock
High
Freedom

School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

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