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$780,000$342 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $57,500 on Jun 14, 2022

3242 CORNWELL DR

MORGANTON, NC 28655
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,279 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$780K
$655K low$905K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$57,500 · Jun 14, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,595 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$530,759 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,744
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$476,015
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$530,759

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.50
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
63
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyBURKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.04
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 335 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
W.A. Young Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
M
Table Rock Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.2 mi
H
Freedom High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Burke County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28655These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.56,908
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.180 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,705
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,830
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

3242 Cornwell Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Morganton 28655
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Morganton 28655
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Burke County
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Morganton 28655

What homes are worth in Morganton 28655

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$60K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Morganton 28655.

How it measures up in Morganton 28655

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Morganton 28655.

Estimated value$780,000
CheaperTypical $234,924Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$342
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area2,279 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size1.04 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 3242 Cornwell Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMorganton 28655Burke County
Estimated valuepricier than$780,00097% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34297% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than2,279 ft²85% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.04 ac62% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than202298% of homes98% of homes

About 3242 Cornwell Dr

How much is 3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC is $780,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $655,174 to $904,826. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC last sell?

3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC last sold on Jun 14, 2022 for $57,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC?

3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,279 square feet of living space and a 1.04-acre lot.

When was 3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC built?

3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC?

3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC is assigned to W.A. Young Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Table Rock Middle School (middle), rated B; Freedom High School (high), rated C. All sit in Burke County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC compare to other homes in Morganton 28655?

Among the 20,986 homes in Morganton 28655, it is worth more than 97% of them ($780,000 against a typical $234,924), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($342 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,279 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (1.04 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2022 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Burke County, it is worth more than 96% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3242 Cornwell Dr, Morganton, NC was $3,595. The county assessed it at $530,759.

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