Welcome home to this beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 1-bath residence that perfectly blends modern updates with original charm. Thoughtfully renovated while preserving its character, this home offers the best of both worlds. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood flooring, fresh paint, and a bright, inviting living space filled with natural light. The remodeled kitchen features modern finishes and updated fixtures while maintaining the warmth and charm that makes this home truly special. The bathroom has also been tastefully updated for comfort and style. Each bedroom offers comfortable space and versatility for family and guests. A small basement provides additional storage or flexible space, and a garage area offers even more room for storage, hobbies, or parking. Don't miss your chance to own a remodeled home with classic charm, schedule your showing today!
Active
$279,500
531 21st Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
3beds
1,675sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.26 Acres Lot
$275,500 Zestimate®
$167/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fresh paintBeautiful hardwood flooring
- 203 days
- 347
- 27
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
James Berbec James@nestlewoodrealty.com,
Nestlewood Realty LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4344763
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Basement Garage Door,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,675
- Total interior livable area: 1,675 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,675
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 371305183573
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: NONE
Location
- Region: Hickory
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $167/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $190,600
- Annual tax amount: $818
- Date on market: 2/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 187 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$275,500
$262,000 - $289,000
$1,824/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $279,500-1.9%$167/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Listing removed | $285,000$170/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Price change | $285,000-1.7%$170/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4344763 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Price change | $290,000-1.7%$173/sqft |
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| 2/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $295,000+22.4%$176/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4344763 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Sold | $241,000+244.3%$144/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2010 | Sold | $70,000$42/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $818 +0.6% | $190,600 |
| 2024 | $813 | $190,600 |
| 2023 | $813 +44.1% | $190,600 +103.6% |
| 2022 | $565 | $93,600 +99.4% |
| 2021 | $565 +3.4% | $46,950 |
| 2020 | $546 | $46,950 -49.8% |
| 2019 | $546 -0.6% | $93,600 -2.7% |
| 2018 | $549 | $96,200 |
| 2017 | $549 -43% | -- |
| 2016 | $963 | -- |
| 2015 | $963 | $96,200 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $963 | $93,500 |
| 2013 | $963 | -- |
| 2012 | $963 | -- |
| 2011 | $963 -15.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,141 | -- |
| 2009 | $1,141 +100% | -- |
| 2008 | $570 | -- |
| 2007 | $570 +9.5% | -- |
| 2006 | $521 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 28601
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Jenkins
- Middle: Northview
- High: Hickory
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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