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
5665 Crown Terrace Hickory, NC Mountain OASIS! Discover the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and privacy in this beautif...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,048 sq.ft.	$579,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.84% Traditional cash on cash: 2.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2214 Airbnb ROI: 6.84% Traditional ROI: 2.08%
4202 54th Avenue NE Hickory, NC Luxurious Lake Hickory Living - Welcome to 4202 54th Ave NE - A serene lakeside sanctuary ...	3 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,934 sq.ft.	$1,900,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.02% Traditional cash on cash: 0.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $4371 Airbnb ROI: 0.02% Traditional ROI: 0.59%
2443 1st Street Place NW Hickory, NC BRAND NEW HVAC! This recently transformed 3 bedroom, 2 bath, full brick home desirably loc...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,686 sq.ft.	$359,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.85% Traditional cash on cash: 3.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1834 Airbnb ROI: 7.85% Traditional ROI: 3.32%
532 6th Avenue SW Hickory, NC Classic Charm in Downtown Hickory Charming home just steps from downtown Hickory's shoppin...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,100 sq.ft.	$260,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2521 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.06%
1553 Castell Lane Hickory, NC Buy Me! No City Taxes! This beautiful home has alot to offer and so much space! Beautiful ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,846 sq.ft.	$318,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.1% Traditional cash on cash: 4.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2051 Airbnb ROI: 9.1% Traditional ROI: 4.71%
5703 Valley Field Road Hickory, NC Listed at appraised value!!! Welcome to this charming 3 bedroom with a bonus room home in ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,954 sq.ft.	$340,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.84% Traditional cash on cash: 4.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $2043 Airbnb ROI: 7.84% Traditional ROI: 4.27%
1350 21st Avenue NE Hickory, NC Gorgeous upper-level condo in a convenient NE Hickory location! Welcome home to the privat...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,310 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.8% Traditional cash on cash: 5.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $3241 Traditional Rental Income: $1742 Airbnb ROI: 8.8% Traditional ROI: 5.33%
1378 8th Street NW Hickory, NC Perfect opportunity to live in a desirable NW Hickory location and/or have an investment p...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,277 sq.ft.	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.88% Traditional cash on cash: 3.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $3241 Traditional Rental Income: $1410 Airbnb ROI: 7.88% Traditional ROI: 3.63%
5686 Gold Creek Bay Drive Hickory, NC Welcome to this inviting one-story home on a large corner lot, designed with a split-bedro...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,461 sq.ft.	$339,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.88% Traditional cash on cash: 3.97% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1796 Airbnb ROI: 8.88% Traditional ROI: 3.97%
1042 1st Street NE Hickory, NC Don't miss this beautifully updated 1.5-story townhome in a prime NW Hickory location! Thi...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,938 sq.ft.	$399,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.89% Traditional cash on cash: 3.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2082 Airbnb ROI: 6.89% Traditional ROI: 3.47%
2534 44th Avenue NE Hickory, NC Spacious and full of potential, this property offers over 2,500 sq ft of living space plus...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,517 sq.ft.	$429,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.83% Traditional cash on cash: 4.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2501 Airbnb ROI: 9.83% Traditional ROI: 4.15%
609 2nd Street NE Hickory, NC Experience the charm of Hickory's downtown lifestyle in this thoughtfully improved Craftsm...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,755 sq.ft.	$375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.46% Traditional cash on cash: 4.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2165 Airbnb ROI: 7.46% Traditional ROI: 4.05%
1163 Hidden Creek Circle Hickory, NC Welcome home to this wonderful 3 bed, 2 bath home with tons of updates in the desired Hidd...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,009 sq.ft.	$360,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.31% Traditional cash on cash: 4.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $2171 Airbnb ROI: 7.31% Traditional ROI: 4.31%
240 21st Avenue Drive NW Hickory, NC Welcome to this striking masterpiece of timeless luxury in the heart of NW Hickory - aroun...	4 beds \| 6 baths \| 7,175 sq.ft.	$1,699,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.14% Traditional cash on cash: 1.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $6018 Airbnb ROI: 1.14% Traditional ROI: 1.92%
3124 5th Street Place NE Hickory, NC Charming split-level home in Hickory featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and numerous rec...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,333 sq.ft.	$350,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.11% Traditional cash on cash: 5.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2342 Airbnb ROI: 8.11% Traditional ROI: 5.01%
169 42nd Avenue Drive NW Hickory, NC Rare opportunity to own this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, one-level townhou...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,322 sq.ft.	$549,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.37% Traditional cash on cash: 2.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2193 Airbnb ROI: 4.37% Traditional ROI: 2.09%
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.	$343,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.28% Traditional cash on cash: 3.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1821 Airbnb ROI: 8.28% Traditional ROI: 3.5%
86 Sharon Valley Drive Hickory, NC Welcome to this charming 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath brick home in the highly desirable Bethlehem ...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,366 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.93% Traditional cash on cash: 4.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2713 Airbnb ROI: 5.93% Traditional ROI: 4.38%
220 35th Avenue NE Hickory, NC Welcome to your new home at 220 35th Avenue Northeast in Hickory, NC! This beautiful and s...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,915 sq.ft.	$550,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.28% Traditional cash on cash: 3.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2973 Airbnb ROI: 7.28% Traditional ROI: 3.74%
2636 2nd Street NE Hickory, NC ABSOLUTLEY ADORABLE newer home in the heart of Viewmont! Walk to schools, shopping, dining...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,676 sq.ft.	$379,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.13% Traditional cash on cash: 4.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2063 Airbnb ROI: 8.13% Traditional ROI: 4.47%
33 20th Avenue NW Hickory, NC Discover an exceptional opportunity in the heart of Viewmont with this beautifully maintai...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,486 sq.ft.	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.43% Traditional cash on cash: 3.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1805 Airbnb ROI: 8.43% Traditional ROI: 3.69%
5324 Stonewood Drive Hickory, NC Check out this stunning, "like-new" home featuring spacious living areas and fantastic out...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,602 sq.ft.	$415,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.91% Traditional cash on cash: 3.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $1943 Airbnb ROI: 6.91% Traditional ROI: 3.73%
555 19th Avenue Lane NW Hickory, NC Your Private Resort Retreat in Desirable Viewmont! This stunning 4 BR, 4.5 BA home has bee...	4 beds \| 6 baths \| 4,650 sq.ft.	$895,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.8% Traditional cash on cash: 1.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2826 Airbnb ROI: 3.8% Traditional ROI: 1.44%
1081 Horse Rock Road Hickory, NC All-Brick Home in a Highly Desirable Neighborhood! This well-maintained brick beauty offer...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,404 sq.ft.	$729,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3513 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.56%
4963 Old River Drive Hickory, NC Welcome home to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence, ideally located on...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,277 sq.ft.	$559,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.04% Traditional cash on cash: 2.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $5778 Traditional Rental Income: $2057 Airbnb ROI: 7.04% Traditional ROI: 2.13%
5645 Sandhurst Road Hickory, NC $5,000 Seller Credit with Acceptable Offer - A Must See Experience stylish one-level livin...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,514 sq.ft.	$294,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.8% Traditional cash on cash: 4.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $1707 Airbnb ROI: 9.8% Traditional ROI: 4.49%
49 8th Street SE Hickory, NC Remodeled Historic Brick Beauty! Conveniently situated beside Moretz Mills, it offers walk...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,954 sq.ft.	$380,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.48% Traditional cash on cash: 4.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $1954 Airbnb ROI: 7.48% Traditional ROI: 4.03%
2510 Snow Creek Road NE Hickory, NC Welcome home to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath, two-story home in the desirable Hickory a...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,583 sq.ft.	$330,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.7% Traditional cash on cash: 4.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1945 Airbnb ROI: 8.7% Traditional ROI: 4.14%
2210 24th Street Circle NE Hickory, NC Beautiful and spacious split foyer home! Come tour this great move in ready property today...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,677 sq.ft.	$350,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.7% Traditional cash on cash: 3.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1752 Airbnb ROI: 8.7% Traditional ROI: 3.8%
209 Catawba Avenue Hickory, NC Lake Hickory - Embrace relaxed lakefront living in this charming 2-bed, 1.5-bath retreat w...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,028 sq.ft.	$595,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.01% Traditional cash on cash: 0.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $3241 Traditional Rental Income: $1330 Airbnb ROI: 3.01% Traditional ROI: 0.89%
328 11th Street SW Hickory, NC Check out this beautiful home in an extremely convenient location near Hwy 70, Hwy 321, an...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,050 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.95% Traditional cash on cash: 4.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $3095 Traditional Rental Income: $1356 Airbnb ROI: 8.95% Traditional ROI: 4.09%
842 North Center Street Hickory, NC A Timeless Beauty-Nestled in the heart of Hickory, this 1949 classic is known as The White...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 5,425 sq.ft.	$999,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.21% Traditional cash on cash: 3% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $4592 Airbnb ROI: 3.21% Traditional ROI: 3%
810 10th Street Boulevard Hickory, NC Welcome to this exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of Hickory, North Carolina...	2 beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$413,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.68% Traditional cash on cash: 1.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $3241 Traditional Rental Income: $1173 Airbnb ROI: 4.68% Traditional ROI: 1.22%
444 19th Avenue Circle NW Hickory, NC A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY AWAITS IN THIS NEW CONSTRUCTION HOME In Hutton Estate, WITH THE ULTIM...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 4,355 sq.ft.	$959,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.18% Traditional cash on cash: 1.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2583 Airbnb ROI: 4.18% Traditional ROI: 1.71%
1508 28th Street Lane SE Hickory, NC LIVE EFFORTLESSLY. LIVE BEAUTIFULLY. This stunning 55+ townhome delivers the perfect blend...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,168 sq.ft.	$289,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.09% Traditional cash on cash: 3.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $3095 Traditional Rental Income: $1671 Airbnb ROI: 6.09% Traditional ROI: 3.45%
405 19th Avenue Circle NW Hickory, NC Another opportunity in Hutton Estate! This new construction home will check a lot of your ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,111 sq.ft.	$859,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.2% Traditional cash on cash: 1.17% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2539 Airbnb ROI: 2.2% Traditional ROI: 1.17%
496 19th Avenue Circle NW Hickory, NC This modern, new construction home, in desirable Hutton Estate, is a blend of luxury and l...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,718 sq.ft.	$899,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.52% Traditional cash on cash: 1.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2455 Airbnb ROI: 4.52% Traditional ROI: 1.73%
649 46th Avenue Drive NE Hickory, NC Live the Lake Life in Olde Mill Landing! Stunning year-round lake views! Don't just buy a ...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,064 sq.ft.	$998,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $5251 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.88%
5763 Crown Terrace Hickory, NC TO BE BUILT NEW CONSTRUCTION. Step into the stunning Catawba plan by Caruso Homes, where o...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,357 sq.ft.	$710,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.93% Traditional cash on cash: 1.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2044 Airbnb ROI: 3.93% Traditional ROI: 1.94%
5775 Crown Terrace Hickory, NC TO BE BUILT NEW CONSTRUCTION. Discover the charm of the Tillery floorplan - a beautifully ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,767 sq.ft.	$659,990	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.62% Traditional cash on cash: 2.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2418 Airbnb ROI: 6.62% Traditional ROI: 2.77%

Real Estate investment in Hickory, NC

There are 156 properties for sale in the city of Hickory . The median list price in Hickory is $365,000 and the average price per square foot is $175. In December 2025, the average monthly cash on cash return in Hickory is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Hickory is $2,034.

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

There are 156 investment properties available for sale in Hickory.

In 2025, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Oakwood.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Hickory with average rental income of $4,261.

Your search for investment property begins and ends here

Investment Property for Sale in Hickory, NC

5665 Crown Terrace

Hickory, NC

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,048 sq.ft.

$579,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 6.84%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.08%

Airbnb Rental Income: $5976

Traditional Rental Income: $2214

Airbnb ROI: 6.84%

Traditional ROI: 2.08%

4202 54th Avenue NE

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 5 baths | 4,934 sq.ft.

$1,900,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.02%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.59%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4261

Traditional Rental Income: $4371

Airbnb ROI: 0.02%

Traditional ROI: 0.59%

2443 1st Street Place NW

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,686 sq.ft.

$359,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 7.85%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.32%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4261

Traditional Rental Income: $1834

Airbnb ROI: 7.85%

Traditional ROI: 3.32%

532 6th Avenue SW

Hickory, NC

5 beds | 3 baths | 2,100 sq.ft.

$260,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 8.06%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2521

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 8.06%

1553 Castell Lane

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,846 sq.ft.

$318,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 9.1%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.71%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4261

Traditional Rental Income: $2051

Airbnb ROI: 9.1%

Traditional ROI: 4.71%

5703 Valley Field Road

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,954 sq.ft.

$340,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 7.84%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.27%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4045

Traditional Rental Income: $2043

Airbnb ROI: 7.84%

Traditional ROI: 4.27%

1350 21st Avenue NE

Hickory, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,310 sq.ft.

$235,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 8.8%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.33%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3241

Traditional Rental Income: $1742

Airbnb ROI: 8.8%

Traditional ROI: 5.33%

1378 8th Street NW

Hickory, NC

2 beds | 1 baths | 1,277 sq.ft.

$275,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 7.88%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.63%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3241

Traditional Rental Income: $1410

Airbnb ROI: 7.88%