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Single family home for sale at 115 Brackett St, Morganton, NC 28655 | MLS# 4394218 | Listing updated on 2026-09-14
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$200,000

Monthly Est:$995

  • Beds Icon1 Bed
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    1 Bath
  • Beds Icon825sqft

115 Brackett St, Morganton, NC 28655

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1945

  • $-- HOA

  • 0.25 acre lot

  • $242/sq.ft

Description

Welcome to 115 Brackett Street—an extraordinary opportunity to own a true piece of North Carolina history. Known as the Etta Baker Estate, this property is the original homeplace of legendary Piedmont blues musician Etta Baker, whose influence shaped generations of American music.

Born in Caldwell County and raised in Morganton, Etta Baker became one of the most celebrated traditional blues guitarists of the 20th century, inspiring artists such as Bob Dylan and Taj Mahal with her distinctive fingerstyle sound. Her music, rooted deeply in the culture and spirit of the Appalachian region, continues to resonate around the world today.

This home is more than a residence
—it is a legacy. The very grounds carry the story of a woman whose life, music, and perseverance left a lasting mark on American heritage. For the discerning buyer who values authenticity, culture, and historical significance, this property offers a rare chance to preserve and be part of that story.

Whether envisioned as a private residence, a curated restoration, or a tribute to its rich musical roots, 115 Brackett Street invites you to step into history and carry it forward.

Opportunities like this are exceedingly rare—where place, provenance, and purpose come together in one meaningful offering.

  • Houzeo last checked: 5 hours ago
  • Listing updated: September 14, 2026 at 12:36 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Heather Hines (828) 989-4228 | Landon Key Realty (828) 989-4228
  • Source: Canopy MLS | MLS#: 4394218 Canopy MLS

Property Details

  • Status

    Active Under Contract

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Burke County

  • City

    Morganton

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1945

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    825 sqft

  • Lot Size

    0.25 acre lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Canopy MLS

  • MLS Number

    4394218

  • MLS Status

    Under Contract-Show

  • Days on Market

    111

  • Cumulative Days on Market

    87

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedroom: 1

    Bathroom: 1

Interior

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Flooring

    Carpet, Tile

  • Heating

    Electric, Oil, Space Heater, Wall Furnace

  • Cooling

    None

  • Appliances

    Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Washer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1945

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Roof

    Composition

  • Architectural Style

    Bungalow

  • Construction Materials

    Aluminum

  • Foundation Details

    Basement

Utilities & Energy

  • Basement

    Exterior Entry, Partial, Storage Space

  • Parking Features

    Detached Carport

  • Laundry Features

    In Kitchen, Main Level

  • Water Source

    City

Other Features

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Covered, Front Porch, Side Porch

  • Lot Features

    Level

  • Subdivision Name

    None

Price History

DateEventPrice

09/14/2026

Source: mls_logoCanopy MLS #CAR4394218

Contingent (Active Under Contract)

$200,000 -52.94%

$242/sqft

06/19/2026

Source: mls_logoCanopy MLS #CAR4394218

Listed for Sale

$425,000

$515/sqft

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