Charming Updated 1927 Home in Desirable NE Hickory. Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience in this inviting 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home nestled on a level corner lot. Rich in character, this well-maintained home features a welcoming covered rocking-chair front porch, stone walkway, and timeless curb appeal. Inside, a spacious foyer with beautiful hardwood floors sets the stage for the home's warmth and charm. The cozy den features a gas freestanding fireplace, while the formal dining room offers built-in cabinetry and laminate flooring with a tile-look design—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen provides plenty of room for meal preparation and gathering, with convenient access to a side deck for outdoor dining and relaxation.
The main level includes two bedrooms with hardwood floors, a full bath with tub/shower combination, a separate laundry room, and access to the rear patio. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms, a dedicated home office or flex space, and a half bath. Abundant storage includes multiple closets and floored walk-in attic space. Additional updates include replacement windows and low-maintenance vinyl siding with stone accents. A detached outbuilding with a garage door, electric space heater, and loft storage offers outstanding flexibility as a workshop, hobby space, home gym, or additional storage. Conveniently located in NE Hickory, this home provides easy access to downtown Hickory, Lenoir-Rhyne University, shopping, dining, parks, medical facilities, and major highways while offering the charm and character that only a historic home can provide.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a character-filled home with versatile living space, modern updates, abundant storage, and an excellent NE Hickory location!
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Price cut: $10K (7/18)
$269,900
1244 21st St NE, Hickory, NC 28601
4beds
2,027sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
0.63 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless curb appealStone walkwaySpacious kitchenLevel corner lotSeparate laundry roomReplacement windows
- 205 days
- 2,540
- 168
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kathryn Herman kathryniherman@gmail.com,
Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell,
Carly Pruitt,
Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4338743
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wall Furnace, Other
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Attic Other, Built-in Features, Storage
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Other
- Fireplace features: Other - See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,027
- Total interior livable area: 2,027 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,027
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached Carport, Driveway, Other - See Remarks
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.63 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Other
- Parcel number: 371316834858
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Highland Park
Location
- Region: Hickory
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,931
- Date on market: 2/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 162 days
- Road surface type: Dirt, Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/18/2026 | Price change | $269,900-3.6%$133/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Price change | $279,900-6.7%$138/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Price change | $299,900-3.2%$148/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $309,900$153/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,931 +0.6% | $224,900 |
| 2024 | $1,920 | $224,900 |
| 2023 | $1,920 +49.5% | $224,900 +110.6% |
| 2022 | $1,284 | $106,800 |
| 2021 | $1,284 +3.4% | $106,800 |
| 2020 | $1,242 | $106,800 |
| 2019 | $1,242 +18.1% | $106,800 +16% |
| 2018 | $1,051 | $92,100 |
| 2017 | $1,051 +11.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $946 | -- |
| 2015 | $946 | $92,100 +0.3% |
| 2014 | $946 | $91,800 |
| 2013 | $946 | -- |
| 2012 | $946 | -- |
| 2011 | $946 +5.4% | -- |
| 2010 | $897 +14.8% | -- |
| 2009 | $781 | -- |
| 2008 | $781 | -- |
| 2007 | $781 +23.1% | -- |
| 2006 | $635 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 28601
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: St. Stephens
- Middle: Arndt
- High: St. Stephens
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





