Beautifully Updated Home in the highly desirable Oakwood area of NW Hickory, featuring two parcels totaling approximately 0.42 acres. Enjoy the convenience of walking to schools and downtown while living in a move-in ready home packed with upgrades! The main level showcases a stunning primary suite created in 2023, along with gorgeous updated lighting throughout, 9-foot ceilings, and rich hardwood floors. The inviting foyer opens to a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace (gas starter) & a separate study with built-ins. The foyer also flows seamlessly into the dining room area and an updated kitchen designed for both function and style. The kitchen features solid surface countertops, a center island with seating, breakfast bar, pantry, updated cabinetry, and quality appliances. Just beyond, the light-filled den offers large windows overlooking the level backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The primary suite is a true retreat with a large walk-in closet with built-ins, an additional closet, and a spa-like bath complete with dual custom vanity, abundant storage, and an oversized tile and glass shower with seating and rain shower. A second full bath on the main level includes a jetted tub, walk-in shower, and updated vanity. Upstairs offers three additional bedrooms and a full bath, providing plenty of space for family or guests. Outside, enjoy TREX decking with a retractable awning, a level yard, and a detached 3-car garage built in 2018/2019. Additional updates include main-level HVAC (2020) and some replacement windows (excluding basement). A partial unfinished basement for storage and utilities plus crawlspace too. This home truly has it all—style, space, and location. Move-in ready and sure to go quickly!
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$690,000
551 7th St NW, Hickory, NC 28601
4beds
3,359sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.42 Acres Lot
$690,100 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$2,702 Estimated rent
Home value
$690,100
$656,000 - $725,000
$2,702/mo
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Breakfast barRich hardwood floorsCenter island with seatingLevel backyardAbundant storageSome replacement windowsSolid surface countertops
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Listing updated:
Listing Provided by:
Kathryn Herman kathryniherman@gmail.com,
Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell,
Carly Pruitt,
Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell
Bought with:
Jennifer Smith
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blue Ridge REALTORS®
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4362275
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Level: Basement
Den
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Study
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Hall, Inside, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Other
Features
- Attic Other, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partial,Unfinished
- Attic: Other
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,359
- Total interior livable area: 3,359 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,359
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Keypad Entry, Shared Driveway, Garage on Main Level
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Awning(s), Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard,Partial,Privacy,Wood
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Features: Level, Sloped, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Additional parcels included: 370314228549
- Parcel number: 370314229557
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full, Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Hickory
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Sold | $690,000-8%$205/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4362275 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,900+70.5%$223/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4362275 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2020 | Sold | $439,900+25.7%$131/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3673421 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2016 | Sold | $350,000+0%$104/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #9587864 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2016 | Pending sale | $349,900$104/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell, Inc., Realtors #9587864 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2016 | Listed for sale | $349,900$104/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell, Inc., Realtors #9587864 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,984 +0.6% | $464,100 |
| 2024 | $3,961 | $464,100 |
| 2023 | $3,961 +12.3% | $464,100 +58.3% |
| 2022 | $3,526 | $293,200 |
| 2021 | $3,526 +11.7% | $293,200 +8% |
| 2020 | $3,155 | $271,400 |
| 2019 | $3,155 +32.9% | $271,400 +30.5% |
| 2018 | $2,374 | $208,000 |
| 2017 | $2,374 +33.4% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,780 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,780 -17.2% | $208,000 -0.3% |
| 2014 | $2,149 +20.7% | $208,600 |
| 2013 | $1,780 | -- |
| 2012 | $1,780 | -- |
| 2011 | $1,780 -2.5% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,825 | -- |
| 2009 | $1,825 | -- |
| 2008 | $1,825 | -- |
| 2007 | $1,825 +9.1% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,673 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Oakwood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Oakwood ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Grandview MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 4/10Hickory HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oakwood
- Middle: Grandview
- 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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- North Carolina
- Catawba County
- Hickory
- 28601
- Oakwood
- 551 7th St NW
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