Exceptional Lake Access - Recently Appraised at $565,000 — Freshly Painted - Move-In Ready
Nestled within Shoal Creek Cove—one of Hickory’s few lake access communities—this custom-built home offers the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and natural beauty. Surrounded by wooded scenery and just steps from Lake Hickory, residents enjoy a peaceful lifestyle with year-round opportunities for outdoor recreation. The community features a private, gated lake access complete with a boat launch, gazebo, and firepit, making it easy to spend your days boating, fishing, or gathering with family and friends along the shoreline.
Inside, upgrades abound in this beautifully maintained 4BR/2.5BA split-bedroom home. The thoughtful layout highlights vaulted ceilings in the living room, 9’ ceilings on the main level, and an open-concept design that ties together the kitchen, informal dining area, and living room with a cozy gas log fireplace. A formal dining room offers the perfect setting for special occasions, while a spacious bed/bonus room over the garage provides endless flexibility for a home office, gym, or guest suite.
The private owner’s suite is a true retreat, featuring elegant double tray ceilings, a spa-inspired bath with jetted tub, tile shower, custom vanity, and a generous walk-in closet. The split-bedroom plan ensures privacy, with a full guest bath serving the secondary bedrooms, and a powder room conveniently located for visitors. A spacious laundry room with an office nook adds function and efficiency, perfectly suited for today’s lifestyle.
Step outside and enjoy the home’s many outdoor living spaces, including a screened porch, open-air deck, and a custom fire pit area—ideal for entertaining or relaxing under the stars. An oversized garage and a walk-in, walk-out crawl space provide abundant storage and flexibility.
This property combines timeless design with thoughtful details, all within a sought-after community that embraces lake life. Schedule your tour today!
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$549,900
6212 Hayden Dr, Hickory, NC 28601
4beds
2,204sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2009
0.51 Acres Lot
$552,900 Zestimate®
$250/sqft
$2,414 Estimated rent
Home value
$552,900
$503,000 - $608,000
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Boat launchCozy gas log fireplaceOpen-air deckElegant double tray ceilingsTile showerSurrounded by wooded sceneryPrivate gated lake access
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Listing updated:
Listing Provided by:
Dana Gibson dana@danagibsonhomes.net,
Realty Executives of Hickory
Bought with:
Bob Warchol
Keller Williams Unified
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4335156
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Breakfast
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Attic Other, Soaking Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Other
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,204
- Total interior livable area: 2,204 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,204
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Ample parking in oversized 2 car garage and spacious driveway.
Features
- Levels: 1 Story/F.R.O.G.
- Patio & porch: Deck, Screened
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Waterfront features: Boat Ramp – Community, Boat Slip – Community, Paddlesport Launch Site - Community, Other - See Remarks
- Body of water: Lake Hickory
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Features: Private
Details
- Parcel number: 3735104542190000
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Stone Veneer, Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2009
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Lake Access, Picnic Area, Other
Location
- Region: Hickory
- Subdivision: Shoal Creek Cove
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $250 annually
- Association name: Shoal Creek HOA
- Association phone: 828-217-0436
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16/2026 | Sold | $549,900$250/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4335156 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,900+0.9%$250/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4335156 Report a problem | ||
| 12/26/2025 | Listing removed | $545,000$247/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4283488 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Price change | $545,000-0.9%$247/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4283488 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2025 | Price change | $549,990-3.5%$250/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4283488 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Price change | $569,900-0.9%$259/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4283488 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Price change | $574,900-0.9%$261/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4283488 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Price change | $579,900-3.3%$263/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4283488 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,900+2508.3%$272/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4283488 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2009 | Sold | $23,000$10/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,100 +0.6% | $477,600 |
| 2024 | $4,076 | $477,600 |
| 2023 | $4,076 +22.7% | $477,600 +72.9% |
| 2022 | $3,321 | $276,200 |
| 2021 | $3,321 +3.4% | $276,200 |
| 2020 | $3,211 | $276,200 |
| 2019 | $3,211 +18.5% | $276,200 +16.4% |
| 2018 | $2,709 | $237,300 |
| 2017 | $2,709 +3.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,628 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,628 | $237,310 -7% |
| 2014 | $2,628 | $255,100 |
| 2013 | $2,628 | -- |
| 2012 | $2,628 | -- |
| 2011 | $2,628 -7.4% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,837 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28601
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Snow Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.1 mi
- 4/10Harry M Arndt MiddleGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 7/10Saint Stephens HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Snow Creek
- Middle: Arndt
- High: St. Stephens
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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Estimated market value
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- North Carolina
- Catawba County
- Hickory
- 28601
- 6212 Hayden Dr
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