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$165,167$72 / 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 78How 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 $55,000 on Dec 28, 2012

505 SHADY REST RD

MORGANTON, NC 28655
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,285 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.
0.78 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$165K
$129K low$202K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Dec 28, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,241 (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.$206,095 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,858
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$170,237
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$206,095

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.40 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.78
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.Deck · 88 ft²Patio · 244 ft²Porch · 286 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Liberty Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Robert L. Patton High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Forest Hill Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 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

505 Shady Rest Rd 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 less than 73% of homes in Morganton 28655
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Morganton 28655
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Burke County
  • Older than 95% 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.

This home
$60K$966K

This home is worth more than 27% 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$165,167
CheaperTypical $234,822Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$72
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area2,285 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,422 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.78 ac
SmallerTypical 0.78 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 505 Shady Rest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMorganton 28655Burke County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,16727% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$724% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,285 ft²85% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.78 ac50% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than19265% of homes5% of homes

About 505 Shady Rest Rd

How much is 505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC is $165,167 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $128,720 to $201,614. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC last sell?

505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC last sold on Dec 28, 2012 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC?

505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,285 square feet of living space and a 0.78-acre lot.

When was 505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC built?

505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC?

505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC is assigned to Liberty Middle School (middle), rated C+; Robert L. Patton High School (high), rated A-; Forest Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Burke County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC compare to other homes in Morganton 28655?

Among the 20,985 homes in Morganton 28655, it is worth more than 27% of them ($165,167 against a typical $234,822), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($72 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,285 ft² against a typical 1,422 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.78 ac against a typical 0.78 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1926 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Burke County, it is worth more than 28% 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 505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 505 Shady Rest Rd, Morganton, NC was $1,241. The county assessed it at $206,095.

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