Burke County property record for 1278 Gates Ave, Morganton, NC 28655
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 bd · 1 ba · 594 sqft · built 2023 |
| Lot Size | 3.41 acres (148,540 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $105,000 (Jul 2005) |
| Tax Bill | $262 (2026) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 1791711332 |
| Primary APN | 1791711332 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 1 Bed |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 594 sqft Living Area |
| Flooring | Concrete/Cement |
| Year Built | Built 2023 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2023 |
| Architectural Style | Conventional |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Foundation Type | Block |
| Lot Area | 148,540 sqft (3.41 acres) |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Shed | 1 Shed |
|---|---|
| Shed Area | 504 sqft |
| Poultry House | 11,520 sqft |
| Pole Barn | 400 sqft |
| Cooling System | None |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Central |
| Street Address | 1278 GATES AVE |
|---|---|
| City | MORGANTON |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 28655-9619 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | RESIDENTIA |
| Legal Description | 1278 GATES AVE MORGANTON, NC 28655 |
| Jurisdiction | BURKE NC |
| Township / Civil Division | MORGANTON |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1012 |
| Census Tract | 21301 |
1278 Gates Ave is owned by two individuals who bought it in July 2005.
Source: Burke County records, as of October 12, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 109 MALLIE DR, PIKEVILLE, NC 27863-9527 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 12, 2005 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jul 12, 2005 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20059593 |
| Deed Book / Page | 1478 / 323 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 1278 Gates Ave was $262, up 53.2% from the year before.
Source: Burke County assessment roll, as of October 12, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Burke County |
| Unified School District | Burke County Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $262.00 (+53.22%) | $25,208 (-) Land $24,352 Building $856 | $25,208 (-) Land $24,352 Building $856 |
| 2025 | $171.00 | $25,208 Land $24,352 Building $856 | $25,208 Land $24,352 Building $856 |
| 2023 | $166.00 | $25,208 Land $24,352 Building $856 | $25,208 Land $24,352 Building $856 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes, not a market price estimate; it is a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 1278 Gates Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective June 28, 2017
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 1278 Gates Ave is low, with a 0.04% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · lower than 76% of North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.04% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | BRENTWOOD WATER ASSOCIATION private · serves 6,038 people · EPA ID NC0112103 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from CITY OF MORGANTON |
| Last State Inspection | Nov 2025 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 23 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Verizon.
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