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  • Price cut: $5K (6/16)
    $479,999

    5256 Whitewater Dr, Hickory, NC 28601

    3beds
    1,985sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2026
    0.5 Acres Lot
    $477,200 Zestimate®
    $242/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Lake viewsElevated finishes throughoutTimeless farmhouse detailsDedicated home officeTrue luxury experienceCrisp hardie board sidingFlat half-acre lot
    Lake view of lake hickory, tucked inside the sought-after Crystal Falls Lake community, this stunning new construction modern farmhouse sits on a flat half-acre lot with peaceful, year-round waterviews of Lake Hickory, the kind of setting that's becoming nearly impossible to find at this price point. From the curb, the home makes an immediate impression. Crisp Hardie board siding, clean architectural lines, and timeless farmhouse details set the tone for what's waiting inside: a thoughtfully designed layout featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a dedicated home office, AND a spacious bonus room that easily functions as a 4th bedroom giving you the flexibility most homes in this price range simply don't offer. Whether you need a guest suite, a playroom, a media room, or a true fourth bedroom for a growing family, this floor plan adapts to your life. Add in the 2-car garage and elevated finishes throughout, and you have a home built to grow with you. Step inside and you'll feel the difference right away. Every surface, every fixture, every detail has been intentionally selected to deliver a true luxury experience, the kind of leveled-up finishes that separate a home built with care from a home built to flip. The primary suite is anchored by an oversized walk-in closet built for real life, and the open-concept living spaces flow effortlessly from room to room, with the office and bonus room framed by natural light and views that make every morning feel like a getaway. Outside, the flat half-acre lot is a rare find, usable, expansive, and ready for pets: a fire pit overlooking the lake, room for the kids and pets to run, or simply space to breathe. With Lake Hickory in view, this lot delivers the privacy and serenity buyers chase in this market without sacrificing convenience. And the location? Truly unbeatable. You're less than 5 minutes from the newly constructed Sandbar Marina and Grill, just a few miles from Wittenburg Boating Access for easy days on the water, and only 15 minutes from the heart of downtown Hickory. With direct access to Highway 127 leading you straight into downtown, you get the privacy of a lakeside community without ever feeling far from the restaurants, shopping, and energy of the city. This is the kind of location buyers dream about, quiet when you want it, connected when you need it. Families will appreciate the school district: Dudley Shoals Elementary, Granite Falls Middle, and South Caldwell High, a sought-after combination that drives long-term value in this area. Modern farmhouse design. Lake views. Half an acre of flat, usable land. A flexible floor plan with both an office AND a bonus room that lives like a 4th bedroom. An unbeatable location with marina access, boating, and downtown Hickory just minutes away. And finishes that genuinely set a new standard. This is the home you've been waiting for, in the location you love. Schedule your private showing today.
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    Kelsie Blevins kelsieblevins@realtyexecutives.com,

    Realty Executives of Hickory

    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4378466MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Upper
      Bathroom full
      • Level: Upper
      Bathroom full
      • Level: Upper
      Bathroom half
      • Level: Main
      Office
      • Level: Upper
      Heating
      • Central, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Electric, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven
      • Laundry: Inside, Upper Level
      Features
      • Has basement: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,985
      • Total interior livable area: 1,985 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,985
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage on Main Level
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water
      • Body of water: Lake Hickory
      Lot
      • Size: 0.5 Acres
      • Features: Level, Views
      Details
      • Parcel number: 081208160
      • Zoning: RA-20
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Farmhouse,Modern
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Other
      • Foundation: Slab
      Condition
      • New construction: Yes
      • Year built: 2026

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Installed
      • Water: City

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: CRYSTAL FALLS
      Location
      • Region: Hickory

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $242/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $16,800
      • Annual tax amount: $105
      • Date on market: 5/6/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 68 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete, Paved

        Estimated market value

        $477,200

        $453,000 - $501,000

        $2,359/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/16/2026Price change$479,999-1%$242/sqft
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        5/30/2026Price change$485,000-3%$244/sqft
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        5/22/2026Price change$499,900-2.9%$252/sqft
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        5/6/2026Listed for sale$515,000+1960%$259/sqft
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        12/4/2025Sold$25,000-13.8%$13/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4292297 Report a problem
        10/21/2025Price change$29,000-10.8%$15/sqft
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        8/30/2025Price change$32,500-16.7%$16/sqft
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        8/22/2025Price change$39,000-13.3%$20/sqft
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        8/14/2025Listed for sale$45,000+80%$23/sqft
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        10/27/2009Sold$25,000$13/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$105 -12.8%$16,800
        2024$121 $16,800
        2023$121 $16,800
        2022$121 $16,800
        2021$121 -2%$16,800 -6.7%
        2020$123 -2%$18,000
        2019$126 $18,000
        2018$126 $18,000
        2017$126 +0.2%$18,000
        2016$126 $18,000
        2015$126 +4.5%$18,000
        2014$120 $18,000
        2013-- $18,000
        2012-- $18,000
        2011-- $18,000
        2010-- $18,000
        2009-- $18,000
        2008-- $18,000
        2007-- $18,000
        2006-- $18,000
        2005-- $18,000 +5.9%
        2004-- $17,000
        2003-- $17,000
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28601

        Getting around

        0 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        11 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Dudley Shoals
        • Middle: Granite Falls
        • High: South Caldwell

        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.

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