$125,900
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 543 Sq Ft
525 12th St SW Unit 26, Hickory, NC 28602
Kay Sigmon
NextHome Blue Skies
(828) 798-1565
$125,900
525 12th St SW Unit 26, Hickory, NC 28602
Kay Sigmon
NextHome Blue Skies
(828) 798-1565
$154,900
123 23rd St NW Unit C, Hickory, NC 28601
Kristine Hutton Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell
$215,000
247 5th Ave NE Unit 8, Hickory, NC 28601
Savannah Collins Shook & Tarlton Realty LLC
$224,900
1350 21st Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
Lisa Mitchell Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell
$184,900
1419 19th Ave NE Unit B7, Hickory, NC 28601
Christie Leonard WNC Real Estate at Lake James
$137,000
1335 12th Street Dr NW Unit 12, Hickory, NC 28601
Savannah Collins Shook & Tarlton Realty LLC
$265,000
1384 21st Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
Floyd Humphreys Realty Executives of Hickory
$125,000
1090 7th Ave NW Unit 14, Hickory, NC 28601
John McClelland Blue Oak Realty Group
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills, Hickory blends outdoor recreation with cultural attractions. The Hickory Museum of Art, the second oldest art museum in North Carolina, showcases American art collections in the SALT Block cultural complex. Residents enjoy hiking to panoramic valley views at Bakers Mountain Park or spending afternoons kayaking on Lake Hickory. The Catawba Science Center engages families with hands-on exhibits, an aquarium, and planetarium shows. Sports fans catch Hickory Crawdads baseball games at LP Frans Stadium or experience NASCAR racing at Hickory Motor Speedway. The dining scene features local favorites like Tony's Pizza for New York-style pies and Harbor Inn Seafood for fresh catches.
The housing market includes a range of options across distinct neighborhoods. The median price for single-family homes is $329,000, while townhomes have a median price of $244,200. One-bedroom condos start at a median of $149,000, with two-bedroom units at $182,000. The Lake Hickory area commands the highest median single-family home prices at $525,000, followed by Claremont at $485,000. More moderate options exist in Forest Hills with a median of $292,500 and Highland at $205,000.
Hickory's cost of living sits 6% below the national average. Property taxes are competitive at 0.6%, lower than nearby Morganton at 0.7%. A family with school-age children needs approximately $100,000 annually to live comfortably, while renters should aim for $55,000. Monthly grocery costs average $1,600 for families and $700 for renters. The education system includes highly rated schools like Challenger Early College High School and University Christian High School. Lenoir-Rhyne University provides higher education opportunities within the city.
On average, homes in Hickory, NC sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Hickory, NC over the last 12 months is $309,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Known for its scenic foothills and craftsman-style charm, Hickory offers home styles with character and space.
In Hickory, there are currently 8 condos for sale, providing a variety of options for potential buyers. With condos priced between $125,000 to $265,000, there's a range to accomodate every budget. As of January, 2026 the median home price in Hickory is $333,620, while the average sale price is $363,278, offering insights into the local housing market. On average, condos spend 51 days listed before being sold. Whether you're considering condominiums, apartments for sale, or modern condos, there are options to cater to different lifestyles. Browse the range of condos for sale in Hickory, NC, and discover your ideal residence.