Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Hickory, NC

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Investment Property for Sale in Hickory, NC

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
104 31st Ave NE Hickory, NC Tucked on a gorgeous 1.04-acre wooded lot in one of Hickory's most sought-after neighborho...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,952 sq.ft.	$410,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.15% Traditional cash on cash: 4.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $2460 Airbnb ROI: -0.15% Traditional ROI: 4.18%
1360 21st Ave NE Hickory, NC Welcome home to this beautifully updated end-unit condo offering the perfect blend of comf...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,636 sq.ft.	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.3% Traditional cash on cash: 5% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $1974 Airbnb ROI: 0.3% Traditional ROI: 5%
4945 Brookridge Dr NE Hickory, NC Enjoy effortless single level living in the highly desirable golf course community of Cata...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,291 sq.ft.	$498,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.43% Traditional cash on cash: 2.58% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $2159 Airbnb ROI: -0.43% Traditional ROI: 2.58%
1240 12th Street Pl NW Hickory, NC Charming vintage home in the well-loved Forest Hills subdivision, ideally located near the...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,566 sq.ft.	$299,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.37% Traditional cash on cash: 3.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $909 Traditional Rental Income: $1537 Airbnb ROI: 0.37% Traditional ROI: 3.8%
4126 16th St NE Hickory, NC Property is available for online auction only. See Realty Bid for property, auction, & bid...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,125 sq.ft.	$130,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.05% Traditional cash on cash: 8.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $1287 Airbnb ROI: 4.05% Traditional ROI: 8.31%
496 17th Avenue Dr NE Hickory, NC Experience modern appeal in this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home, where th...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,079 sq.ft.	$414,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.13% Traditional cash on cash: 3.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $2164 Airbnb ROI: -0.13% Traditional ROI: 3.5%
2240 15th Ave NE #104 Hickory, NC Stop paying rent! Take a look at this cute 2 BR 1.5 BA townhouse in NE Hickory. Convenient...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,176 sq.ft.	$199,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.29% Traditional cash on cash: 5.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $1059 Traditional Rental Income: $1434 Airbnb ROI: 1.29% Traditional ROI: 5.19%
706 12th Ave NE Hickory, NC Location close to Lenoir Rhyne University. This 3 bed 1 bath home has a new roof with a 2 ...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,233 sq.ft.	$254,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.92% Traditional cash on cash: 3.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $1471 Airbnb ROI: 0.92% Traditional ROI: 3.89%
560 11th Avenue Circle NW Hickory, NC Built by the highly regarded M.G. Crouch Lumber Company, this beautifully maintained all-b...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,993 sq.ft.	$634,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.92% Traditional cash on cash: 3.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $2107 Traditional Rental Income: $2869 Airbnb ROI: 0.92% Traditional ROI: 3.12%
1092 33rd Avenue Loop NE Hickory, NC Modern comfort meets effortless one-level living on a corner lot in this beautifully desig...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,474 sq.ft.	$369,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.79% Traditional cash on cash: 3.9% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $1834 Airbnb ROI: 0.79% Traditional ROI: 3.9%
5479 Gunpowder Drive Hickory, NC Welcome to Northlakes, where mature trees, larger homesites, and a quieter pace create the...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,140 sq.ft.	$414,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.64% Traditional cash on cash: 3.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $2204 Traditional Rental Income: $2170 Airbnb ROI: 2.64% Traditional ROI: 3.99%
3122 Zion Church Rd Hickory, NC Enjoy peaceful country living with no HOA on over 4 acres of beautiful land. Conveniently ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,310 sq.ft.	$345,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.05% Traditional cash on cash: 2.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $1083 Traditional Rental Income: $1631 Airbnb ROI: 0.05% Traditional ROI: 2.85%
2036 4th St NE Hickory, NC Located at 2036 4th Street NE in Hickory, NC, this thoughtfully updated home offers a rare...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 900 sq.ft.	$199,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.33% Traditional cash on cash: 4.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $1059 Traditional Rental Income: $1368 Airbnb ROI: 1.33% Traditional ROI: 4.89%
1163 Hidden Creek Circle Hickory, NC Beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in a peaceful neighborhood. The home features...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,003 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.07% Traditional cash on cash: 5.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $986 Traditional Rental Income: $2428 Airbnb ROI: -0.07% Traditional ROI: 5.81%
823 Wynnshire Dr #C Hickory, NC Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3BR/2.5B townhome in the desirable Wynnshire Ridge ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,768 sq.ft.	$399,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.75% Traditional cash on cash: 2.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $1985 Airbnb ROI: -0.75% Traditional ROI: 2.53%
5700 Crown Terrace Hickory, NC Beautiful Lake Hickory-area home offering impressive curb appeal, spacious living areas, l...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,295 sq.ft.	$579,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.04% Traditional cash on cash: 3.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $2204 Traditional Rental Income: $3104 Airbnb ROI: 1.04% Traditional ROI: 3.73%
5609 Grace Chapel Road Hickory, NC Come see this lovely 3 bed/2bath brick ranch with basement in the North Lakes area of Lake...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,582 sq.ft.	$324,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.59% Traditional cash on cash: 4.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $1600 Traditional Rental Income: $1911 Airbnb ROI: 1.59% Traditional ROI: 4.1%
2025 28th St NE Hickory, NC NEW HVAC !! READY TO MOVE IN!! Nestled in the heart of Hickory, NC, 2025 28th Street NE is...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 828 sq.ft.	$179,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.68% Traditional cash on cash: 6% Airbnb Rental Income: $1059 Traditional Rental Income: $1434 Airbnb ROI: 1.68% Traditional ROI: 6%
147 13th Ave NW Hickory, NC Location, Location, Location! Nestled in the heart of Viewmont, this lovely maintained 3-b...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,352 sq.ft.	$299,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.76% Traditional cash on cash: 4.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $1116 Traditional Rental Income: $1715 Airbnb ROI: 0.76% Traditional ROI: 4.21%
3230 12th Ave SE Hickory, NC Opportunity awaits with this 3-bedroom fixer upper in Hickory! Featuring spacious rooms an...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,312 sq.ft.	$219,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.36% Traditional cash on cash: 4.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $1497 Airbnb ROI: 1.36% Traditional ROI: 4.94%
321 16th Ave NW Hickory, NC Welcome home to this timeless all-brick ranch nestled in one of Hickory's most convenient ...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,893 sq.ft.	$324,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.5% Traditional cash on cash: 5.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $1116 Traditional Rental Income: $2157 Airbnb ROI: 0.5% Traditional ROI: 5.14%
2310 24th Ave NE Hickory, NC Welcome to this beautifully remodeled home with too many upgrades to list! New windows, ga...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,665 sq.ft.	$365,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.32% Traditional cash on cash: 3.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $2045 Traditional Rental Income: $2088 Airbnb ROI: 2.32% Traditional ROI: 3.99%
61 27th St NW Hickory, NC Welcome to 61 27th Ave NW, a beautifully updated 1920s cottage that blends classic charact...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,623 sq.ft.	$239,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.43% Traditional cash on cash: 6.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $954 Traditional Rental Income: $1942 Airbnb ROI: 0.43% Traditional ROI: 6.32%
4444 3rd Street Ln NW Hickory, NC THE ULTIMATE RESORT-STYLE ENTERTAINER'S DREAM on Lake Hickory! This main channel waterfron...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 5,561 sq.ft.	$1,500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.79% Traditional cash on cash: 2.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $2204 Traditional Rental Income: $6204 Airbnb ROI: -0.79% Traditional ROI: 2.48%
555 19th Avenue Ln NW Hickory, NC Your Private Resort Retreat in Desirable Viewmont! This stunning 4 BR, 4.5 BA home has bee...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,650 sq.ft.	$834,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.17% Traditional cash on cash: 1.68% Airbnb Rental Income: $2204 Traditional Rental Income: $2826 Airbnb ROI: 0.17% Traditional ROI: 1.68%
618 S Center St Hickory, NC Two-bedroom, two-bath home located within walking distance to downtown Hickory. Convenient...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,052 sq.ft.	$139,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.59% Traditional cash on cash: 9.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $1159 Traditional Rental Income: $1513 Airbnb ROI: 3.59% Traditional ROI: 9.07%
2125 24th Street Ln SE Hickory, NC LOCATION LOCATION! Absolutely stunning 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath townhome in an extremely conv...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,572 sq.ft.	$285,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.59% Traditional cash on cash: 4.46% Airbnb Rental Income: $986 Traditional Rental Income: $1990 Airbnb ROI: -0.59% Traditional ROI: 4.46%
1851 29th Avenue Pl NE Hickory, NC Rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained custom home that truly has it all. This i...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,640 sq.ft.	$749,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.9% Traditional cash on cash: 1.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $2309 Airbnb ROI: -0.9% Traditional ROI: 1.27%
3526 16th St NE Hickory, NC Price Improvement! Move-in ready brick ranch situated on over half an acre in desirable NE...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,153 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.58% Traditional cash on cash: 5.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $1133 Traditional Rental Income: $1654 Airbnb ROI: 1.58% Traditional ROI: 5.39%
402 2nd St SW Hickory, NC Modern 3BR/2BA Home Steps from Downtown Hickory! Welcome to this charming one-level, 3 bed...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,345 sq.ft.	$240,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.69% Traditional cash on cash: 6.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $1026 Traditional Rental Income: $1878 Airbnb ROI: 0.69% Traditional ROI: 6.04%
3948 Main Avenue Dr NW Hickory, NC Whether you're searching for your first home, looking to downsize, or adding to your inves...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,144 sq.ft.	$165,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.88% Traditional cash on cash: 7.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $1041 Traditional Rental Income: $1571 Airbnb ROI: 1.88% Traditional ROI: 7.55%
5046 Woodwinds Dr NE Hickory, NC Better than new, this 2023 custom-built residence offers nearly 3,800 square feet of refin...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,802 sq.ft.	$755,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3300 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.62%
8604 Old NC 10 Highway Hickory, NC Welcome to 8604 Old NC 10 Highway, Hickory, NC, where peaceful country living meets everyd...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,645 sq.ft.	$389,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.11% Traditional cash on cash: 3.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $954 Traditional Rental Income: $1748 Airbnb ROI: 0.11% Traditional ROI: 3.24%

Real Estate investment in Hickory, NC

There are 451 properties for sale in the city of Hickory . The median list price in Hickory is $329,223 and the average price per square foot is $162. In August 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Hickory is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Hickory is $1,984.

Hickory, NC Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 451 investment properties available for sale in Hickory.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Downtown.

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Hickory with average rental income of $1,984.

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Investment Property for Sale in Hickory, NC

104 31st Ave NE

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,952 sq.ft.

$410,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.15%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.18%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1133

Traditional Rental Income: $2460

Airbnb ROI: -0.15%

Traditional ROI: 4.18%

1360 21st Ave NE

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,636 sq.ft.

$275,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.3%

Traditional cash on cash: 5%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1133

Traditional Rental Income: $1974

Airbnb ROI: 0.3%

Traditional ROI: 5%

4945 Brookridge Dr NE

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,291 sq.ft.

$498,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.43%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.58%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1133

Traditional Rental Income: $2159

Airbnb ROI: -0.43%

Traditional ROI: 2.58%

1240 12th Street Pl NW

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 1 baths | 1,566 sq.ft.

$299,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.37%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.8%

Airbnb Rental Income: $909

Traditional Rental Income: $1537

Airbnb ROI: 0.37%

Traditional ROI: 3.8%

4126 16th St NE

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 1 baths | 1,125 sq.ft.

$130,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.05%

Traditional cash on cash: 8.31%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1133

Traditional Rental Income: $1287

Airbnb ROI: 4.05%

Traditional ROI: 8.31%

496 17th Avenue Dr NE

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,079 sq.ft.

$414,500

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.13%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.5%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1133

Traditional Rental Income: $2164

Airbnb ROI: -0.13%

Traditional ROI: 3.5%

2240 15th Ave NE #104

Hickory, NC

2 beds | 1 baths | 1,176 sq.ft.

$199,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.29%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.19%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1059

Traditional Rental Income: $1434

Airbnb ROI: 1.29%

Traditional ROI: 5.19%

706 12th Ave NE

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 1 baths | 1,233 sq.ft.

$254,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.92%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.89%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1133

Traditional Rental Income: $1471

Airbnb ROI: 0.92%