Located in the desirable Northlakes neighborhood, this classic A-frame home offers the charm and privacy of a mountain retreat with Lake Hickory access, a community dock, and picnic area just across the street—all while being just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and everything Hickory has to offer. Surrounded by mature trees, you'll love the soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, beautiful bamboo hardwood floors, warm wood finishes, and the bright, open feel created by the large sliding glass doors and high windows. The spacious great room is anchored by a freestanding fireplace and flows into the dining area before opening onto a large back deck overlooking the peaceful wooded backyard—the ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee, entertain family and friends, or simply relax.. The spacious great room, complete with a freestanding fireplace, flows into the dining area and opens onto a large back deck overlooking the peaceful wooded backyard—the ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee, entertain family and friends, or simply relax. The main level offers two bedrooms and a full bath. Upstairs, a cozy loft sitting area overlooks the great room and creates a wonderful spot for reading, relaxing, or simply taking in the view below. The upper level also features a spacious primary bedroom and a full bath. Downstairs, the basement provides plenty of storage along with a partially finished flex space that's ideal for a home office, bonus room, workout space, or man cave. This home has been exceptionally well maintained, with the current owner replacing the roof, septic system, HVAC system, hot water heater, and major appliances during their ownership, giving the next owner peace of mind. If you've been looking for a home with character, privacy, and a setting that feels like a getaway without giving up the convenience of city living, you'll want to see this one for yourself.
Active
$399,900
5562 Clearlake Dr, Hickory, NC 28601
3beds
1,597sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
0.65 Acres Lot
$390,900 Zestimate®
$250/sqft
$13/mo HOA
What's special
Freestanding fireplaceLake hickory accessWarm wood finishesSoaring vaulted ceilingsCommunity dockSurrounded by mature treesBeautiful bamboo hardwood floors
- 45 days
- 1,025
- 74
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Randy Sain randysainrealtor@gmail.com,
Sain & Co. Real Estate, LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4407359
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning Stove, Other - See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,597
- Total interior livable area: 1,597 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,597
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Parking Space(s)
- Carport spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Waterfront features: Beach - Public, Boat Slip – Community, Dock
- Body of water: Lake Hickory
Lot
- Size: 0.65 Acres
- Features: Sloped, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 08123122
- Zoning: R20
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: County Water
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake Access, Picnic Area
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Northlakes
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $150 annually
- HOA name: Northlakes HOA
Location
- Region: Hickory
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $250/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $351,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,230
- Date on market: 7/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 45 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Ring Door Bell
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$390,900
$371,000 - $410,000
$1,899/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900+90%$250/sqft |
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| 7/8/2019 | Sold | $210,500+5.3%$132/sqft |
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| 6/7/2019 | Pending sale | $199,900$125/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway Hickory Metro Real Estate #3512931 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2019 | Listed for sale | $199,900$125/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway Hickory Metro Real Estate #3512931 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,230 +45.1% | $351,700 +67.3% |
| 2024 | $1,536 | $210,200 |
| 2023 | $1,536 | $210,200 |
| 2022 | $1,536 | $210,200 |
| 2021 | $1,536 +43% | $210,200 +37.1% |
| 2020 | $1,074 -2% | $153,300 |
| 2019 | $1,096 | $153,300 |
| 2018 | $1,096 | $153,300 |
| 2017 | $1,096 +0.2% | $153,300 |
| 2016 | $1,094 | $153,300 |
| 2015 | $1,094 +4.9% | $153,300 |
| 2014 | $1,043 | $153,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $153,300 +4.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2006 | -- | $147,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $147,300 +11.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $131,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $131,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $131,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $131,800 +32.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $99,500 |
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Neighborhood: Northlakes
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Granite Falls
- 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.





