Montgomery County, North Carolina
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Montgomery County sits in North Carolina's Piedmont region, anchored by the county seat of Troy and the communities of Star, Mount Gilead, Candor, and Biscoe. A large share of the Uwharrie National Forest lies within the county, alongside Lake Tillery, a roughly 5,260-acre reservoir on the Pee Dee River. Whether you own timberland, lake-adjacent acreage, or an inherited farm tract, PlaceAcre can make you a cash offer within 24-48 hours — no agents, no fees, no repairs required.
Piedmont timberland near the Uwharrie National Forest, Montgomery County.
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Why We Buy Montgomery County Property
Montgomery County was formed in 1779 from Anson County and named for Continental Army Gen. Richard Montgomery, who was killed leading the assault on Quebec in 1775. The county's landscape is defined by the ancient, heavily eroded Uwharrie Mountains — among the oldest mountain ranges on Earth — and the roughly 53,000-acre Uwharrie National Forest, which spans Montgomery, Randolph, and Davidson counties.
Buyer demand centers on timberland, hunting and recreational acreage near the national forest, and Lake Tillery waterfront and near-water land, alongside steady interest in row-crop and pasture farmland from buyers drawn by the county's roughly 90-minute drive from Charlotte.
Why Landowners Choose Us in Montgomery County
Fair Cash Offers
A real number on your acreage — timber value, road frontage, and water access all counted.
No Fees or Commissions
You keep what your Montgomery County land is worth. We cover standard closing costs.
Any Condition Welcome
Whether it's mature timberland, lake-adjacent acreage, or an inherited family farm — we buy as-is.
Types of Montgomery County Land We Buy
Timberland (Uwharrie-Adjacent)
Pine and mixed hardwood stands of any age, including tracts bordering the national forest.
Hunting & Recreational Acreage
Deer and turkey ground, camp tracts, and trail acreage across the Uwharrie region.
Lake Tillery Waterfront & Near-Water Land
Shoreline parcels, near-water lots, and recreational acreage along the Pee Dee River.
Row Crop & Pasture Farmland
Tillable ground, hay fields, and fenced pasture throughout the county.
Inherited & Heirs' Property
Estate tracts and shared family land, even when heirs live out of state.
Small Acreage Homesites
One- to twenty-acre parcels near Troy, Biscoe, Star, and Mount Gilead.
Montgomery County Land Market in 2026
North Carolina farm real estate averaged $5,150 per acre statewide in 2024, an 8.4% year-over-year gain, per USDA's Land Values Summary.
Montgomery County's Piedmont/Uwharrie-region land typically prices below the state's coastal and mountain premium markets. Broad land-listing data (Land.com/LandWatch) puts rural Montgomery County acreage roughly in the $3,500-$9,000 per acre range, depending on timber maturity, road frontage, and proximity to Lake Tillery.
Transparency note: that per-acre range is market-listing data, not a single official USDA county-level figure for Montgomery County.
For a parcel-specific number on your Montgomery County land, run yours through the PlaceAcre Land Value Calculator — free and no signup.
How the Process Works in North Carolina
Deed Type
North Carolina typically uses a General Warranty Deed for arm's-length sales.
Where Closings Happen
North Carolina is an attorney state — a licensed NC attorney typically conducts the closing and disburses funds, unlike title-company-only states.
Typical Close Timeline
Cash sales with PlaceAcre typically close in 7-14 days; financed or MLS sales average 30-60+ days.
Funds Disbursement
North Carolina charges a real estate excise (revenue stamp) tax of $1.00 per $500 of sale price (~0.2%), customarily paid by the seller and collected when the deed is recorded at the Montgomery County Register of Deeds. Funds are disbursed via the closing attorney's trust account, typically by wire or attorney check.
Montgomery County by the Numbers
25,751
Population (2020 Census); 26,364 in the 2024 estimate (+2.4%). An internal tracker figure of ~27,173 overstates the current QuickFacts number — use these.
491.5
Square Miles (land area)
~$120K-$150K
Median Home Value (rough estimate — QuickFacts suppresses this metric here, and third-party estimates range from roughly $76,000 to $381,000)
44
Median Age
Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts — Montgomery County, North Carolina
What North Carolina Landowners Say
"We inherited land near the Uwharrie forest that none of us had time to manage. PlaceAcre made the sale simple."
— Randall P., Montgomery County timberland heir
"No listing, no showings, no repair list. Straightforward from the first call."
— Teresa B., Lake Tillery landowner
Fascinating Facts About Montgomery County
An Early American Gold Rush
Montgomery County was the site of one of the first gold rushes in U.S. history, decades before California's famous 1849 rush. More than 30 active gold mines — including the Russell Mine near Badin — operated here in the late 1800s, combining for an estimated $60 million in gold production by today's standards.
The Uwharrie National Forest
A large share of the roughly 53,000-acre Uwharrie National Forest lies within Montgomery County. The ancient, heavily eroded Uwharrie Mountains at its center are considered among the oldest mountain ranges on Earth.
Lake Tillery, Formed in 1928
Lake Tillery, a roughly 5,260-acre reservoir on the Pee Dee River, was formed in 1928 when Carolina Power & Light (now Duke Energy) completed the Tillery Dam. It forms part of the county's eastern border and anchors its recreational and waterfront land market.
Named for a Revolutionary General
The county was formed in 1779 from Anson County and named for Continental Army Gen. Richard Montgomery, killed leading the assault on Quebec in 1775.
Montgomery County Land Selling FAQ
How fast can I sell my Montgomery County land?
With PlaceAcre, most cash sales close in 7-14 days once we agree on a price.
Do you buy timberland or hunting land near the Uwharrie National Forest?
Yes, including mature timber tracts, recreational, and hunting acreage anywhere in the county.
What's my Montgomery County land worth?
It depends on timber maturity, road frontage, and proximity to Lake Tillery. Use our free Land Value Calculator or request a specific cash offer.
Do you pay closing costs?
Yes, PlaceAcre covers standard closing costs on offers we make.
Do you buy land with back taxes or liens?
Yes, we regularly buy distressed and tax-delinquent parcels and handle payoff at closing.
Do you buy waterfront or near-water land around Lake Tillery?
Yes, including waterfront, near-water, and recreational acreage throughout the county.
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Where We Buy Land in Montgomery County
Communities we serve: Troy, Star, Mount Gilead, Candor, Biscoe, and surrounding Montgomery County.
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