Lakefront Cottage for Sale on Lake Hickory
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Waterfront Living Made Easy – Your Private Escape Awaits _________
Nestled right on the water's edge, this charming lake cottage offers the perfect blend of tranquil retreat and convenient access. Whether you're dreaming of quiet mornings watching the sunrise or evenings entertaining guests with lake views as your backdrop, this home delivers peaceful waterfront living without the hassle.
This two-bedroom, one-bathroom home sits directly on the lake with a nearly flat lot that makes an easy walk to your private dock. Forget navigating steep hills or winding paths—the short, level path from your front door means you'll spend less time trekking and more time enjoying the water.
Inside, you'll find two cozy fireplaces to warm cold evenings on the lake—one equipped with convenient gas logs for effortless ambiance and another traditional wood-burning fireplace for those classic crackling fire moments. The standout feature is undoubtedly the oversized screen porch overlooking the serene lake. Prepare to fall in love with this space—it's the kind of place where morning coffee turns into sunset cocktails by evening. Many homeowners find themselves spending most of their time out here, and this cottage is no exception.
While you live on the lake, you're still just minutes from downtown Hickory. Dining, boutique shopping, and essential services including medical offices are all within quick reach when you need them. This rare combination of secluded waterfront tranquility and practical accessibility makes this property ideal for retirees seeking low-maintenance lake life, weekend getaway enthusiasts, or first-time waterfront buyers who prioritize views and simplicity.
Active
Price cut: $25K (10/3)
$499,900
35 Loudonya Ln, Hickory, NC 28601
2beds
1,415sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.36 Acres Lot
$484,300 Zestimate®
$353/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Nearly flat lotTraditional wood-burning fireplaceTwo cozy fireplaces
- 52 days
- 1,007
- 75
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Glenn Fisher 866-525-3466,
Lake Homes Realty LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4417557
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Den
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Utility Room, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Linoleum, Tile
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Den, Gas Log, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,415
- Total interior livable area: 1,415 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,415
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Storage
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Year Round
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Dock, Waterfront
- Body of water: Lake Hickory
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 0004217
- Zoning: R-20
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Hickory
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $353/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $284,441
- Annual tax amount: $2,020
- Date on market: 8/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 52 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$484,300
$460,000 - $509,000
$1,190/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2026 | Price change | $499,900-4.8%$353/sqft |
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| 9/11/2026 | Price change | $524,900-4.5%$371/sqft |
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| 8/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,900+139.1%$389/sqft |
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| 7/11/2018 | Sold | $230,000$163/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,020 +2.5% | $284,441 |
| 2024 | $1,971 -2.8% | $284,441 |
| 2023 | $2,028 +37.8% | $284,441 +61% |
| 2022 | $1,472 | $176,684 |
| 2021 | $1,472 | $176,684 |
| 2020 | $1,472 | $176,684 |
| 2019 | $1,472 +1.5% | $176,684 |
| 2018 | $1,451 | $176,684 |
| 2017 | $1,451 | $176,684 |
| 2016 | $1,451 | $176,684 |
| 2015 | $1,451 -2.9% | $176,684 -18% |
| 2014 | $1,494 +9.5% | $215,522 |
| 2012 | $1,364 | $215,522 |
| 2011 | $1,364 | $215,522 |
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Neighborhood: 28601
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bethlehem
- Middle: West Middle
- High: Alexander Central
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.





