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
2712 25th St NE Hickory, NC Sweet, move-in-ready home with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 2 half baths, offering plenty...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 3,043 sq.ft.	$435,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.45% Traditional cash on cash: 5.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2958 Airbnb ROI: 9.45% Traditional ROI: 5.04%
1959 8th St SE Hickory, NC Beautifully updated one-level home in a wonderful neighborhood and fabulous location! Step...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,419 sq.ft.	$314,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.53% Traditional cash on cash: 3.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $1751 Airbnb ROI: 8.53% Traditional ROI: 3.7%
2576 Rolling Ridge Dr Hickory, NC Welcome home to this beautifully cared-for 3BR, 2BA brick, one-level home nestled in the d...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,993 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.11% Traditional cash on cash: 2.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $2118 Airbnb ROI: 5.11% Traditional ROI: 2.71%
532 6th Ave SW Hickory, NC Classic Charm in Downtown Hickory Charming home just steps from downtown Hickory's shoppin...	5 beds \| 2 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 Ln Hickory, NC 2nd chance to Buy Me! Back on Market at no fault of seller. No City Taxes! This beautiful ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,846 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.2% Traditional cash on cash: 4.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2051 Airbnb ROI: 9.2% Traditional ROI: 4.77%
188 39th Avenue Ct NW Hickory, NC Charming One-Level Townhome in Sought-After NW Hickory! Welcome to easy, one-level living ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,531 sq.ft.	$285,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.87% Traditional cash on cash: 3.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1721 Airbnb ROI: 9.87% Traditional ROI: 3.76%
1449 N Center Street Hickory, NC An exceptional offering in the heart of Viewmont, this impeccably designed 2020 townhouse ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,380 sq.ft.	$549,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.42% Traditional cash on cash: 2.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $758 Traditional Rental Income: $2344 Airbnb ROI: -1.42% Traditional ROI: 2.28%
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.	$224,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.53% Traditional cash on cash: 3.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $3241 Traditional Rental Income: $1299 Airbnb ROI: 9.53% Traditional ROI: 3.83%
609 2nd St NE Hickory, NC Recently updated Craftsman-style all-brick bungalow located in the heart of downtown Hicko...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,755 sq.ft.	$345,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.25% Traditional cash on cash: 4.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2165 Airbnb ROI: 8.25% Traditional ROI: 4.56%
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.	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.57% Traditional cash on cash: 4.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $2171 Airbnb ROI: 7.57% Traditional ROI: 4.49%
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.	$338,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.43% Traditional cash on cash: 3.58% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1821 Airbnb ROI: 8.43% Traditional ROI: 3.58%
817 Wynnshire Dr #B Hickory, NC Welcome to Wynnshire Ridge where elegance meets simplistic living. Located in the heart of...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,724 sq.ft.	$412,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.76% Traditional cash on cash: 1.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $3241 Traditional Rental Income: $1588 Airbnb ROI: 3.76% Traditional ROI: 1.37%
1130 27th Ave NE Hickory, NC Beautifully remodeled ranch home in NE Hickory. 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths with over 1500 sq f...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,566 sq.ft.	$319,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.06% Traditional cash on cash: 2.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1327 Airbnb ROI: 9.06% Traditional ROI: 2.28%
86 Sharon Valley Dr Hickory, NC SELLER OFFERING $5,000 IN SELLER CONCESSIONS TO BE USED TOWARD CLOSING COSTS, RATE BUYDOWN...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,366 sq.ft.	$420,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.47% Traditional cash on cash: 4.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2713 Airbnb ROI: 6.47% Traditional ROI: 4.82%
2761 Highland Ave NE Hickory, NC Selling "as is" estate! This one-owner home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, all brick on...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,914 sq.ft.	$310,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.46% Traditional cash on cash: 3.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $3241 Traditional Rental Income: $1526 Airbnb ROI: 6.46% Traditional ROI: 3.08%
3910 6th St NW Hickory, NC Peaceful, Serene Lake Living! Enjoy the Solitude of a Private Cove & watch Sun-Filled Morn...	2 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,292 sq.ft.	$784,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.04% Traditional cash on cash: 0.67% Airbnb Rental Income: $3241 Traditional Rental Income: $1510 Airbnb ROI: 2.04% Traditional ROI: 0.67%
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.	$859,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.03% Traditional cash on cash: 1.58% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2826 Airbnb ROI: 4.03% Traditional ROI: 1.58%
1081 Horse Rock Rd Hickory, NC This deal just got sweeter, the seller is going to pay $5000 buyer closing cost!!! All-Bri...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,404 sq.ft.	$724,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.59% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3513 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.59%
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.	$154,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.09% Traditional cash on cash: 8.18% Airbnb Rental Income: $1142 Traditional Rental Income: $1513 Airbnb ROI: 3.09% Traditional ROI: 8.18%
230 5th Ave SW Hickory, NC Affordable Downtown Hickory Opportunity - Only $155,000! Don't miss this charming 2-bedroo...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 840 sq.ft.	$149,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.85% Traditional cash on cash: 6.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $1142 Traditional Rental Income: $1281 Airbnb ROI: 2.85% Traditional ROI: 6.47%
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.	$250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.8% Traditional cash on cash: 5.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $632 Traditional Rental Income: $1878 Airbnb ROI: -0.8% Traditional ROI: 5.73%
49 8th St SE Hickory, NC Remodeled Historic Brick Beauty! Conveniently situated beside Moretz Mills, it offers walk...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,954 sq.ft.	$379,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.5% Traditional cash on cash: 4.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $1954 Airbnb ROI: 7.5% Traditional ROI: 4.05%
209 Catawba Ave Hickory, NC Lake Hickory - Embrace relaxed lakefront living in this charming 2-bed, 1.5-bath retreat w...	2 beds \| 1 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%
2336 21st Ave NE Hickory, NC 2336 21st Ave NE, Hickory, NC presents an exceptional opportunity to own a low-maintenance...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,600 sq.ft.	$324,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.11% Traditional cash on cash: 4.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2070 Airbnb ROI: 9.11% Traditional ROI: 4.88%
1096 12th Ave NW Hickory, NC Welcome home! This brand-new ranch home is on .67 acres in a great Hickory location near d...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,096 sq.ft.	$317,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.13% Traditional cash on cash: 3.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1720 Airbnb ROI: 9.13% Traditional ROI: 3.62%
328 11th Street SW Hickory, NC This home boasts great curb appeal, and is completely move in ready! It's also in an incre...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,050 sq.ft.	$209,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.71% Traditional cash on cash: 4.51% Airbnb Rental Income: $3095 Traditional Rental Income: $1356 Airbnb ROI: 9.71% Traditional ROI: 4.51%
1767 12th Street Dr NW Hickory, NC Nestled in the sought-after NW Hickory area, this well-maintained home is a perfect blend ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,011 sq.ft.	$385,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.2% Traditional cash on cash: 4.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2358 Airbnb ROI: 7.2% Traditional ROI: 4.42%
530 7th Street NW Hickory, NC Rarely does a home of this quality and charm go on the market in the historic Oakwood neig...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,067 sq.ft.	$424,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.76% Traditional cash on cash: 3.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $758 Traditional Rental Income: $2067 Airbnb ROI: -0.76% Traditional ROI: 3.32%
2625 20th Street Ln NE Hickory, NC Need space for a growing family or extended family? This brick home built in 1950 has a l...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,802 sq.ft.	$309,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.37% Traditional cash on cash: 3.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1661 Airbnb ROI: 9.37% Traditional ROI: 3.54%
444 19th Avenue Cir NW Hickory, NC A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY AWAITS IN THIS NEW CONSTRUCTION HOME In Hutton Estate, WITH THE ULTIM...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 4,355 sq.ft.	$959,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.18% Traditional cash on cash: 1.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2583 Airbnb ROI: 4.18% Traditional ROI: 1.7%
1508 28th Street Ln 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 Cir 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 Cir 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%
1033 12th Avenue Dr NW Hickory, NC Minutes from the Hickory Riverwalk, downtown Hickory, parks, App State University, coffee ...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,429 sq.ft.	$520,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.54% Traditional cash on cash: 3.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2433 Airbnb ROI: 8.54% Traditional ROI: 3.69%
333 7th Street NW Hickory, NC CHARMING home in the Oakwood/NW Hickory location! The quaint cobblestone front walk welcom...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,466 sq.ft.	$339,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.55% Traditional cash on cash: 2.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $758 Traditional Rental Income: $1487 Airbnb ROI: -0.55% Traditional ROI: 2.72%
1206 9th St NW Hickory, NC A Story of Renewal and Refined Living Every so often, a home is given a second chance to s...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 4,155 sq.ft.	$649,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2859 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.12%
1263 Waterford Drive Hickory, NC Discover this stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the desirable Brookstone neighborhood, ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,982 sq.ft.	$489,999	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.81% Traditional cash on cash: 3% Airbnb Rental Income: $632 Traditional Rental Income: $2086 Airbnb ROI: -0.81% Traditional ROI: 3%
1314 39th Street Cir SW Hickory, NC Perfect location, centrally located near the Catawba / Burke County line. Positioned halfw...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,068 sq.ft.	$359,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.97% Traditional cash on cash: 3.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $1523 Airbnb ROI: 7.97% Traditional ROI: 3.06%
418 3rd St NE Hickory, NC Warner-McComb 1928 English Tudor Home located in Hickory's Claremont Historic District-jus...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 5,262 sq.ft.	$980,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.32% Traditional cash on cash: 3.45% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $4913 Airbnb ROI: 3.32% Traditional ROI: 3.45%

Real Estate investment in Hickory, NC

There are 246 properties for sale in the city of Hickory . The median list price in Hickory is $332,500 and the average price per square foot is $175. In February 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Hickory is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Hickory is $1,813.

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

There are 246 investment properties available for sale in Hickory.

In 2026, 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 $4,045.

Your search for investment property begins and ends here

Investment Property for Sale in Hickory, NC

2712 25th St NE

Hickory, NC

4 beds | 2 baths | 3,043 sq.ft.

$435,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 9.45%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.04%

Airbnb Rental Income: $5976

Traditional Rental Income: $2958

Airbnb ROI: 9.45%

Traditional ROI: 5.04%

1959 8th St SE

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,419 sq.ft.

$314,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 8.53%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.7%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4045

Traditional Rental Income: $1751

Airbnb ROI: 8.53%

Traditional ROI: 3.7%

2576 Rolling Ridge Dr

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,993 sq.ft.

$450,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 5.11%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.71%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4045

Traditional Rental Income: $2118

Airbnb ROI: 5.11%

Traditional ROI: 2.71%

532 6th Ave SW

Hickory, NC

5 beds | 2 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 Ln

Hickory, NC

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

$315,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 9.2%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.77%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4261

Traditional Rental Income: $2051

Airbnb ROI: 9.2%

Traditional ROI: 4.77%

188 39th Avenue Ct NW

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,531 sq.ft.

$285,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 9.87%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.76%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4261

Traditional Rental Income: $1721

Airbnb ROI: 9.87%

Traditional ROI: 3.76%

1449 N Center Street

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,380 sq.ft.

$549,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.42%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.28%

Airbnb Rental Income: $758

Traditional Rental Income: $2344

Airbnb ROI: -1.42%

Traditional ROI: 2.28%

2036 4th St NE

Hickory, NC

2 beds | 1 baths | 900 sq.ft.

$224,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 9.53%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.83%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3241

Traditional Rental Income: $1299

Airbnb ROI: 9.53%