Charming vintage home in the well-loved Forest Hills subdivision, ideally located near the new Arts District, Aviation & River Walks, Lake Hickory, parks, and tennis courts. This well-kept brick home offers apx 1566 SQFT of heated living space with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, blending classic character with thoughtful updates.
Step inside to a welcoming living room featuring a large window seat framed by built-in bookshelves and a wood-burning fireplace—a perfect cozy gathering spot. A separate dining room with chair-rail molding adds traditional charm. The sunroom, complete with built-ins and abundant natural light, opens to a covered rear deck built in 2019, ideal for relaxing or entertaining.
The kitchen includes all appliances purchased in 2019, and the full bath was beautifully renovated in 2019. A standout feature is the extra-large laundry room off the sunroom—offering excellent storage and potential for a future second bath addition.
Major updates include: • All windows replaced in 2019 • Front and rear doors replaced in 2019 • HVAC system replaced in May 2026 • Garage door replaced in May 2026 • Roof replaced in 2012
Mostly original hardwood floors run throughout, complemented by some LVP. The exterior is primarily brick with vinyl accents on the rear. The large, level, fenced backyard provides wonderful outdoor space, and an outbuilding remains for additional storage.
This home is full of character, lovingly maintained, and situated in one of Hickory’s most established and convenient neighborhoods.
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$299,900
1240 12th Street Pl NW, Hickory, NC 28601
3beds
1,566sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
0.37 Acres Lot
$293,700 Zestimate®
$192/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceMostly original hardwood floors
- 80 days
- 348
- 29
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Teresa Hensley TeresaHensleySellsHomes@gmail.com,
Realty Executives of Hickory
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4394943
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), See Remarks
- Level: Main
Sunroom
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Other
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,566
- Total interior livable area: 1,566 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,566
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Garage Faces Front, Shared Driveway, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 279312853846
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forest Hills
Location
- Region: Hickory
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $192/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $215,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,850
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 80 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$293,700
$279,000 - $308,000
$1,844/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900+100.1%$192/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4394943 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2018 | Listing removed | $149,900$96/sqft |
Source: Faith Parker Properties, LLC #3446606 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2018 | Listed for sale | $149,900$96/sqft |
Source: Faith Parker Properties, LLC #3446606 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2018 | Sold | $149,900$96/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3446606 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2018 | Pending sale | $149,900$96/sqft |
Source: Faith Parker Properties, LLC #3446606 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2018 | Listed for sale | $149,900+38.9%$96/sqft |
Source: Faith Parker Properties, LLC #3446606 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2013 | Listing removed | $107,900$69/sqft |
Source: Visual Tour #9564992 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2013 | Listed for sale | $107,900+6.3%$69/sqft |
Source: Visual Tour #9564992 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2013 | Sold | $101,500-5.9%$65/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #9564992 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2013 | Price change | $107,900-6.1%$69/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell, Inc., Realtors #9564992 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2012 | Price change | $114,900-4.2%$73/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell, Inc., Realtors #9564992 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2012 | Price change | $119,900-4%$77/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell, Inc., Realtors #9564992 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2012 | Price change | $124,900-3.8%$80/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell, Inc., Realtors #9564992 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2012 | Listed for sale | $129,900$83/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell, Inc., Realtors #9564992 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,850 +0.6% | $215,500 |
| 2024 | $1,839 | $215,500 |
| 2023 | $1,839 +17.7% | $215,500 +65.8% |
| 2022 | $1,563 | $130,000 |
| 2021 | $1,563 +3.4% | $130,000 |
| 2020 | $1,511 | $130,000 |
| 2019 | $1,511 +38.3% | $130,000 +35.8% |
| 2018 | $1,092 | $95,700 |
| 2017 | $1,092 +17.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $932 | -- |
| 2015 | $932 | $95,720 +5.8% |
| 2014 | $932 | $90,500 |
| 2013 | $932 | -- |
| 2012 | $932 | -- |
| 2011 | $932 -8.3% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,016 | -- |
| 2009 | $1,016 | -- |
| 2008 | $1,016 | -- |
| 2007 | $1,016 +7.8% | -- |
| 2006 | $942 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
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