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
655 21st Avenue NW Hickory, NC This home is so unique compared to anything else on the market! You are steps from Lake Hi...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 4,170 sq.ft.	$649,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.91% Traditional cash on cash: 2.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2461 Airbnb ROI: 5.91% Traditional ROI: 2.07%
1360 Sweetbriar Lane Hickory, NC Beautiful 3-bedroom home with incredible flexibility. In addition to the three permitted b...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,833 sq.ft.	$615,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.54% Traditional cash on cash: 1.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $1745 Airbnb ROI: 3.54% Traditional ROI: 1.04%
3911 13th Street NE Hickory, NC Stunning Craftsman-Style, 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, ranch with Bonus Room \| The Falls at C...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,475 sq.ft.	$574,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.18% Traditional cash on cash: 4.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $3604 Airbnb ROI: 4.18% Traditional ROI: 4.63%
1548 Castell Lane Hickory, NC Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering the perfect blend o...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,746 sq.ft.	$320,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.03% Traditional cash on cash: 4.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1922 Airbnb ROI: 9.03% Traditional ROI: 4.24%
4945 Brookridge Drive NE Hickory, NC Enjoy effortless single level living in the highly desirable golf course community of Cata...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,291 sq.ft.	$525,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.81% Traditional cash on cash: 2.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2159 Airbnb ROI: 4.81% Traditional ROI: 2.36%
5460 Clover Street Hickory, NC Beautifully maintained brick home in the desirable Mountain View area offering comfort, sp...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,099 sq.ft.	$360,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.31% Traditional cash on cash: 5.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $2415 Airbnb ROI: 7.31% Traditional ROI: 5.04%
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: 8.27% Traditional cash on cash: 5.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $2428 Airbnb ROI: 8.27% Traditional ROI: 5.81%
240 21st Avenue Drive NW Hickory, NC Discover a striking masterpiece of timeless luxury in the heart of Northwest Hickory, NC. ...	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%
823 Wynnshire Drive #C Hickory, NC Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3BR/2.5B townhome in the desirable Wynnshire Ridge ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,768 sq.ft.	$430,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.65% Traditional cash on cash: 2.23% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1985 Airbnb ROI: 5.65% Traditional ROI: 2.23%
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.	$329,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.71% Traditional cash on cash: 4.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $1911 Airbnb ROI: 8.71% Traditional ROI: 4.02%
220 35th Avenue NE Hickory, NC The listing price reflects the starting bid. This property will be sold through a bidding ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,915 sq.ft.	$450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.28% Traditional cash on cash: 4.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2752 Airbnb ROI: 9.28% Traditional ROI: 4.44%
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.	$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%
402 2nd Street 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: -0.92% Traditional cash on cash: 6.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $588 Traditional Rental Income: $1878 Airbnb ROI: -0.92% Traditional ROI: 6.04%
890 18th Avenue Court NW Hickory, NC Welcome to this exceptional executive home in the highly desirable Lake Hickory Country Cl...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 3,451 sq.ft.	$900,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.87% Traditional cash on cash: 1.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $3003 Airbnb ROI: 3.87% Traditional ROI: 1.73%
1390 21st Avenue NE Hickory, NC Conveniently located in the desirable 21 Vendue subdivision, this meticulously maintained ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,253 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.07% Traditional cash on cash: 3.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $3241 Traditional Rental Income: $1366 Airbnb ROI: 8.07% Traditional ROI: 3.22%
842 North Center Street Hickory, NC A Timeless Beauty in the Heart of Hickory - Welcome to the iconic Whitener Home. Built in ...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 5,425 sq.ft.	$975,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.34% Traditional cash on cash: 3.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $4592 Airbnb ROI: 3.34% Traditional ROI: 3.12%
209 37th Avenue Place NW Hickory, NC Welcome to this beautifully maintained, move-in ready home tucked away on a private, manic...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,937 sq.ft.	$850,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.17% Traditional cash on cash: 3.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $3930 Airbnb ROI: 4.17% Traditional ROI: 3.08%
216 31st Avenue NW Hickory, NC Charming 1951 1.5-story home with basement nestled on nearly .71 acres in established Hick...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,551 sq.ft.	$385,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3724 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.22%
826 6th Street NW #4 Hickory, NC Prime Location Alert! Experience luxury living in this beautifully upgraded, 2-bedroom, 3....	2 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,794 sq.ft.	$234,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.41% Traditional cash on cash: 4.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $885 Traditional Rental Income: $1594 Airbnb ROI: -0.41% Traditional ROI: 4.3%
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: 1.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2570 Airbnb ROI: 4.18% Traditional ROI: 1.69%
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: -1.47% Traditional cash on cash: 2% Airbnb Rental Income: $738 Traditional Rental Income: $3205 Airbnb ROI: -1.47% Traditional ROI: 2%
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: 1.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2526 Airbnb ROI: 4.52% Traditional ROI: 1.82%
1033 12th Avenue Drive NW Hickory, NC This new construction home is located in the Northwest Hickory Waterstone subdivision. The...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,429 sq.ft.	$490,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.12% Traditional cash on cash: 5.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $3080 Airbnb ROI: 9.12% Traditional ROI: 5.39%
1314 39th Street Circle 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: 3.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $1710 Airbnb ROI: 7.97% Traditional ROI: 3.61%
418 3rd Street NE Hickory, NC Warner-McComb 1928 English Tudor Home located in Hickory's Claremont Historic District-jus...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 5,262 sq.ft.	$880,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.9% Traditional cash on cash: 6.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $6744 Airbnb ROI: 3.9% Traditional ROI: 6.28%
165 Northwest Road Hickory, NC Beautifully renovated all-brick ranch with a basement, ideally located in the highly sough...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,253 sq.ft.	$379,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.68% Traditional cash on cash: 4.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2073 Airbnb ROI: 7.68% Traditional ROI: 4.06%
2478 23rd Street NE Hickory, NC Home shows like new with extensive recent updates, including a new dual fuel heat pump, ne...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,297 sq.ft.	$474,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.76% Traditional cash on cash: 3.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $2350 Airbnb ROI: 8.76% Traditional ROI: 3.25%
2036 1St Avenue SW Hickory, NC SELLER IS OFFERING 5000.00 TOWARDS CLOSING COSTS! ZONED C-5 Res/Commercial USE This charmi...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,265 sq.ft.	$285,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.67% Traditional cash on cash: 5.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $4045 Traditional Rental Income: $2167 Airbnb ROI: 9.67% Traditional ROI: 5.89%
908 30th Avenue Drive NW Hickory, NC Located just minutes from Lake Hickory, this beautiful home offers space, comfort, and a l...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,200 sq.ft.	$449,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.7% Traditional cash on cash: 5.67% Airbnb Rental Income: $4261 Traditional Rental Income: $2928 Airbnb ROI: 6.7% Traditional ROI: 5.67%

Real Estate investment in Hickory, NC

There are 144 properties for sale in the city of Hickory . The median list price in Hickory is $350,000 and the average price per square foot is $169. In May 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Hickory is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Hickory is $2,006.

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

There are 144 investment properties available for sale in Hickory.

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

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

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Investment Property for Sale in Hickory, NC

655 21st Avenue NW

Hickory, NC

4 beds | 3 baths | 4,170 sq.ft.

$649,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 5.91%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.07%

Airbnb Rental Income: $5976

Traditional Rental Income: $2461

Airbnb ROI: 5.91%

Traditional ROI: 2.07%

1360 Sweetbriar Lane

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 3,833 sq.ft.

$615,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 3.54%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.04%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4045

Traditional Rental Income: $1745

Airbnb ROI: 3.54%

Traditional ROI: 1.04%

3911 13th Street NE

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,475 sq.ft.

$574,999

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.18%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.63%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4261

Traditional Rental Income: $3604

Airbnb ROI: 4.18%

Traditional ROI: 4.63%

1548 Castell Lane

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,746 sq.ft.

$320,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 9.03%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.24%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4261

Traditional Rental Income: $1922

Airbnb ROI: 9.03%

Traditional ROI: 4.24%

4945 Brookridge Drive NE

Hickory, NC

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

$525,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.81%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.36%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4261

Traditional Rental Income: $2159

Airbnb ROI: 4.81%

Traditional ROI: 2.36%

5460 Clover Street

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,099 sq.ft.

$360,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 7.31%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.04%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4045

Traditional Rental Income: $2415

Airbnb ROI: 7.31%

Traditional ROI: 5.04%

1163 Hidden Creek Circle

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,003 sq.ft.

$325,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 8.27%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.81%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4045

Traditional Rental Income: $2428

Airbnb ROI: 8.27%

Traditional ROI: 5.81%

240 21st Avenue Drive NW

Hickory, NC

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%