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Forest Hills Home for Sale

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    $275,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,599 Sq Ft

    1474 12th Street Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601

    Welcome home to this adorable, beautifully updated bungalow in one of Hickory’s most desirable locations, and with no HOA dues! Perfectly positioned across from Jaycee Park and Hickory City Park, this home offers easy access to green space and recreation, with the ever-popular Riverwalk just beyond. Inside, you’ll find a move-in-ready interior featuring fresh paint throughout and brand-new LVP

    Tami Fox Keller Williams Unified

    1474 12th Street Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601

Why Live in Forest Hills

Forest Hills in Hickory, North Carolina, is a historic neighborhood with a rich past and a strong sense of community. The neighborhood features a mix of ranch-style homes, Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals and split-levels, primarily dating back to the 1940s. Forest Hills is car-dependent with limited sidewalks, but U.S. Highway 321 and Old Lenoir Road provide easy access to downtown Hickory's new restaurants and shops. Local attractions include Glenn C. Hilton Jr. Memorial Park and Geitner Park, which offer trails, boat ramps and picnic areas. The Riverwalk, a 2-mile waterfront trail, is another popular spot. For entertainment, residents enjoy L. P. Frans Stadium, home to the Hickory Crawdads baseball team, and the historic Hickory Motor Speedway. Nearby higher education institutions include Appalachian State University’s Hickory campus, Lenoir-Rhyne University and Catawba Valley Community College. Forest Hills is also close to major employers, including furniture manufacturers, Corning Inc. and Frye Regional Medical Center. The neighborhood's convenient location and variety of attractions make it a unique place to live.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forest Hills a good place to live?
Forest Hills is a good place to live. Forest Hills is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Forest Hills has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.0 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $141,014 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 46.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Forest Hills are home owners, with 27.2% of residents renting and 72.8% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Forest Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Forest Hills neighborhood guide.
Is Forest Hills, NC a safe neighborhood?
Forest Hills, NC is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Forest Hills?
The median home price in Forest Hills is $304,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $61,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.09%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,480 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $63K a year to afford the median home price in Forest Hills. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Forest Hills is $141K.
What are the best public schools in Forest Hills?
The best public schools that serve Forest Hills are:
What are the best private schools in Forest Hills?
The best private schools that serve Forest Hills are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Forest Hills, Hickory, NC?
The most popular zip codes in Forest Hills, Hickory, NC include 28601, 28602, 28630, 28637 and 28612.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Forest Hills, Hickory, NC?
The most popular neighborhoods near Forest Hills, Hickory, NC are Lakeland Park, Northwest Hickory, West Hickory-Westmont, Lake Hickory and Oakwood-Hillcrest.

Home Trends in Forest Hills, NC

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$289,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$323,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$154,950
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$136,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$178
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Months of Supply
0.80
Median List Price
$304,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
29%
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