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Kenworth Homes for Sale

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  • 1047 3rd Avenue Dr SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    1047 3rd Avenue Dr SE, Hickory, NC 28602
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    $89,000

    $61K PRICE DROP
    • Land
    • 22,651 Sq Ft
    • $171,154 per Acre

    1047 3rd Avenue Dr SE, Hickory, NC 28602

    Rare opportunity to own a spacious .52-acre buildable lot. Surrounding homes sit on smaller parcels and have recently sold for $290K+, highlighting the strong value potential here. With ample room for your custom home and outdoor space, this property offers both privacy and investment upside. Convenient location with amenities nearby and ready for your vision.Don’t miss this chance to

    Naomi Brown Housewell.Com Realty of North Carolina LLC

    1047 3rd Avenue Dr SE, Hickory, NC 28602
  • 328 3rd Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    328 3rd Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    328 3rd Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
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    $385,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,542 Sq Ft

    328 3rd Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602

    What an amazing opportunity for an investor or for an owner occupant to have a wonderfully maintained duplex in a desirable area; Tenants pay all utilities; The right side is currently for rent in the Canopy MLS at $1300/month plus utilities; The left side is rented for $1300/month plus utilities and expires Dec 31, 2026; The right side is rented for $1300/month plus utilities and expires in May

    Bob Warchol Keller Williams Unified

    328 3rd Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
  • 1006 3rd St SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    1006 3rd St SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    1006 3rd St SE, Hickory, NC 28602
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    $1,000,000

    • 9 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 5,616 Sq Ft

    1006 3rd St SE, Hickory, NC 28602

    9 unit apartment complex in Hickory. Each units has 1 bedroom and 1 bath. Washer/Dryer hookups in each unit. Tenants pay their own utilities. Roof 2021. Each unit heated with electric baseboards and cooled with wall units.

    Freddy Karmatz FK and Associates Real Estate Firm

    1006 3rd St SE, Hickory, NC 28602
North Carolina Catawba County Hickory Kenworth

Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Kenworth, Hickory

Why Live in Kenworth
Kenworth, located in the southeast quadrant of Hickory, features vintage homes from the 1920s through the 1960s, with many undergoing renovations. The neighborhood is more affordable than nearby Claremont and includes the Kenworth Historic District, known for its American Craftsman bungalows and midcentury ranch-style homes. The area is well-connected by Greenway Public Transportation, with bus routes to Downtown Hickory, Valley Hills Mall and Catawba Valley Medical Center. Residents are about 2 miles from U.S. Highway 321 and Interstate 40, with Charlotte approximately 60 miles south. Local dining options include Rancho Viejo Mexican Grill and Kickback Jack’s, and Downtown Hickory offers a variety of restaurants, breweries and cafes like Taste Full Beans. For shopping options, residents have access to supermarkets and big box stores along U.S. Highway 70. Kiwanis Park provides recreational amenities such as playgrounds, baseball diamonds and a splash pad. Nearby, Sky Zone Trampoline Park offers indoor fun. For entertainment, residents can enjoy live concerts at The Hum and The Premier in Downtown Hickory.
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Kenworth Home Prices vs. Nearby Hickory, NC Neighborhoods

Kenworth West Hickory-Westmont Green Park Viewmont
Median Home Price
$230,000
$217,500
$257,000
$252,950
Median Sale Price
$225,000
+3% YoY
$185,000
+8% YoY
$229,950
+28% YoY
$219,000
-9% YoY
Median Single Family Price
$229,250
$247,578
$236,950
$317,950
Total Active Listings
1
5
3
3
Market Conditions
1 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
3 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
3 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
4 Months of Supply
Balanced Market

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kenworth a good place to live?
Kenworth is a good place to live. Kenworth is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Kenworth has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.0 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $34,652 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 14.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Kenworth are renters, with 51% of residents renting and 49% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Kenworth can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Kenworth neighborhood guide.
Is Kenworth, NC a safe neighborhood?
Kenworth, NC is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 9 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Kenworth?
The median home price in Kenworth is $230,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $46,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.49%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,160 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $50K a year to afford the median home price in Kenworth. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Kenworth is $35K.
What are the best public schools in Kenworth?
The best public schools that serve Kenworth are:
What are the best private schools in Kenworth?
The best private schools that serve Kenworth are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Kenworth, Hickory, NC?
The most popular zip codes in Kenworth, Hickory, NC include 28602, 28601, 28658, 28613 and 28637.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Kenworth, Hickory, NC?
The most popular neighborhoods near Kenworth, Hickory, NC are East Hickory, Green Park, Highland, Oakwood-Hillcrest and Northwest Hickory.
Are home prices dropping in Kenworth?
Yes, home prices in Kenworth are down 1% in the last 12 months.
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