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6500 Burkemont Road

Morganton, NC 28655

Active 195 days on market Listing ID CAR 293392529

$999,999

Est. $5,748/mo See my rate

$351/Sq Ft

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,845 sqft · $351/sqft

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,845 Sq Ft
$351/Sq Ft
2002 Built
3.67 acres Single Family Residence Listed Jan 13, 2026 Updated Jul 24, 2026 HOA None

About This Home

This home is returning to the market after a strategic reset, relaunching with dramatically improved professional photography, refined presentation, and a pricing position that properly reflects its true value. This relaunch represents a fresh start, elevated visuals, and a renewed opportunity to experience the home as it was always meant to be seen.

Experience million dollar views from this one of a kind mountain retreat perched atop Burkemont Mtn on a private 3.67 acre setting. This sleek, modern black cabin offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2,845 square feet of living space, all designed to capture jaw dropping panoramic vistas that stretch for miles, including a rare sightline to Lake James. Step onto the expansive wraparound porch, updated with premium Trex composite decking and brand new cable railing, and take in the breathtaking views from every angle. A freshly paved asphalt driveway and professional landscaping frame the home perfectly, while the new metal roof complements the exterior’s bold design. Inside, fresh, tasteful paint enhances the upscale feel, making this home the ultimate luxury mountain getaway. You will truly feel on top of the world at this private escape. Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare. Whether as a full time residence or a high end short term rental, this property delivers an unforgettable mountain retreat lifestyle.

Property history

  1. Jul 20, 2026
    Price reduced $999,999 Active
    Was $1,099,000
  2. Jun 24, 2026
    Status changed to Off Market $899,900 Off Market
    Hold -> Off Market
  3. Mar 24, 2026
    Price reduced $1,099,000 Active
    Was $1,150,000
  4. Feb 23, 2026
    Status changed to Off Market $899,900 Off Market
    Hold -> Off Market
  5. Jan 13, 2026
    Listed for sale $999,999 Active
    195 days on market
  6. Oct 20, 2025
    Status changed to Hold $899,900 Hold
    Off Market -> Hold
  7. Oct 4, 2025
    Price reduced $899,900 Off Market
    Was $949,900
  8. Aug 21, 2024
    Sold $825,000 Closed
    Listed $849,500 · May 22, 2024 91 days on market
    Previously sold for $825,000
  9. Jul 12, 2024
    Price reduced $849,500 Closed
    Was $859,500
  10. May 22, 2024
    Previously listed $849,500 Closed

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Central
  • Heat Pump
  • Wood Stove
Flooring
  • Tile
  • Wood
Sqftmain
1148
Roomcount
6
Sqftlower
0
Sqftthird
0
Sqftupper
549
Bedroommain
1
Bedroomlower
1
Bedroomupper
1
Fullbathmain
1
Halfbathmain
0
Fullbathlower
1
Fullbathupper
1
Half Bathrooms
0
Total Bathrooms
3
Laundry Features
  • In Basement
  • Laundry Room
Mainlevelgarageyn
0
Sqftunheatedtotal
0
Fireplace Features
  • Great Room
  • Wood Burning Stove
Sqfttotalpropertyhla
2845
Lowerleveldescription
Split-Level Partially Below-Grade
Sqftsecondlivingquartershla
0

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style
  • Cabin

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • Tri-Level
Above Grade Finished Area
1697
Below Grade Finished Area
1148

Parking And Garage

Parking Features
  • Driveway

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Metal
Construction Materials
  • Log
  • Wood
Patio And Porch Features
  • Covered
  • Deck
  • Wrap Around

Lot And Land

Lot Features
  • Adjoins Forest
  • Cleared
  • Private
  • Sloped
  • Views
Lot Size Acres
3.67
Lot Size Units
Acres

Basement And Foundation

Basement
  • Finished
  • Walk-Out Access
  • Walk-Up Access
Foundation Details
  • Basement

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Water Source
  • Well

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto
No City Taxes Paid

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification
R-MU

Listed by Kevin Castro (828-640-5055) · RE/MAX Prestige Legacy (828-575-5327)

Location

Address
6500 Burkemont Road
City
Morganton, NC 28655
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Schools

Elementary
Salem
Middle
Liberty
High
Patton

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