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
1315 James Farm Road Hickory, NC Private, beautifully maintained mini estate with in-ground POOL sits on 3.07 serene acres ...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,618 sq.ft.	$999,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.7% Traditional cash on cash: 2.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $4288 Traditional Rental Income: $4326 Airbnb ROI: 1.7% Traditional ROI: 2.71%
1902 4th Street Court NW Hickory, NC PRICE DROP! Just come see it. This stunning home will charm you right when you step in. Yo...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,303 sq.ft.	$810,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.64% Traditional cash on cash: 2.29% Airbnb Rental Income: $4439 Traditional Rental Income: $3253 Airbnb ROI: 2.64% Traditional ROI: 2.29%
2704 Kool Park Road NE Hickory, NC OFFERING $5,000 Towards your closing costs, let's make a deal this weekend! Modern charm m...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 896 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.48% Traditional cash on cash: 3.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $2464 Traditional Rental Income: $1297 Airbnb ROI: 6.48% Traditional ROI: 3.82%
1385 5th Street NE Hickory, NC Beautiful Cottage in the heart of Hickory. Located close to bustling yet charming downtown...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 868 sq.ft.	$239,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.54% Traditional cash on cash: 3.55% Airbnb Rental Income: $2464 Traditional Rental Income: $1189 Airbnb ROI: 6.54% Traditional ROI: 3.55%
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: 4.95% Traditional cash on cash: 3.63% Airbnb Rental Income: $2330 Traditional Rental Income: $1410 Airbnb ROI: 4.95% Traditional ROI: 3.63%
1368 20th Avenue Lane NE Hickory, NC This Fantastic Home was Originally the Builder's Home - This Well Built Home is in a Great...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,337 sq.ft.	$569,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.55% Traditional cash on cash: 3.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $3281 Traditional Rental Income: $2576 Airbnb ROI: 3.55% Traditional ROI: 3.6%
4128 River Run Circle Hickory, NC Welcome to your quiet country retreat on a large 2/3 acre lot in a great Mountain View loc...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,388 sq.ft.	$300,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.79% Traditional cash on cash: 4.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $2405 Traditional Rental Income: $1717 Airbnb ROI: 4.79% Traditional ROI: 4.44%
2662 14TH Street NE Hickory, NC PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Adorable 3BD/1.5BA home close to everything you need in Hickory! You wi...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,147 sq.ft.	$255,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.48% Traditional cash on cash: 5.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $2453 Traditional Rental Income: $1851 Airbnb ROI: 5.48% Traditional ROI: 5.47%
1744 15th Street Place NE Hickory, NC This beautiful house is ready for you to make it your home! Located in the heart of Hickor...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,298 sq.ft.	$254,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.49% Traditional cash on cash: 5.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $2453 Traditional Rental Income: $1817 Airbnb ROI: 5.49% Traditional ROI: 5.33%
1060 26th Avenue NE Hickory, NC So much to love in this NE Hickory home! Fresh interior/exterior paint (2020/21) and an op...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,003 sq.ft.	$529,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.12% Traditional cash on cash: 3.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $3281 Traditional Rental Income: $2682 Airbnb ROI: 3.12% Traditional ROI: 3.39%
132 30th Avenue NW Hickory, NC Get ready to enjoy summer evenings on the oversized back deck. Or head down to the patio w...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,516 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.33% Traditional cash on cash: 5.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $3333 Traditional Rental Income: $2193 Airbnb ROI: 6.33% Traditional ROI: 5.04%
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.	$1,800,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.98% Traditional cash on cash: 1.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $6018 Airbnb ROI: 0.98% Traditional ROI: 1.71%
5025 Woodwinds Drive NE Hickory, NC Beautifully maintained home offers main-lvl living w/a part. fin. walk-out bsmt. Gleaming ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 4,003 sq.ft.	$649,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.06% Traditional cash on cash: 1.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $2453 Traditional Rental Income: $2076 Airbnb ROI: 1.06% Traditional ROI: 1.42%
1358 21st Avenue NE Hickory, NC Welcome home to this beautifully maintained end-unit condo nestled in one of Hickory's mos...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,325 sq.ft.	$250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.27% Traditional cash on cash: 4.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $2464 Traditional Rental Income: $1745 Airbnb ROI: 5.27% Traditional ROI: 4.76%
3124 5th Street Place NE Hickory, NC Charming split-level home in Hickory featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and numerous rec...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,333 sq.ft.	$379,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.12% Traditional cash on cash: 4.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $2453 Traditional Rental Income: $2342 Airbnb ROI: 3.12% Traditional ROI: 4.49%
1330 5th Street NE Hickory, NC Looking to be close to Lenoir Rhyne University and Downtown Hickory. This 2 bed, 1.5 bath ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,186 sq.ft.	$179,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.43% Traditional cash on cash: 5.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $2464 Traditional Rental Income: $1601 Airbnb ROI: 7.43% Traditional ROI: 5.89%
6664 Lake Shore Drive Hickory, NC Exquisite Lake Hickory waterfront estate on a double lot featuring a stunning inground poo...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,452 sq.ft.	$950,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.48% Traditional cash on cash: 3.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $5976 Traditional Rental Income: $4425 Airbnb ROI: 3.48% Traditional ROI: 3.06%
112 8th Avenue NW Hickory, NC Charming brick ranch with basement in Hickory's historic Oakwood district, beautifully upd...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,558 sq.ft.	$600,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.88% Traditional cash on cash: 2.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $2164 Traditional Rental Income: $2609 Airbnb ROI: 0.88% Traditional ROI: 2.66%
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.	$417,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.45% Traditional cash on cash: 3.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $2453 Traditional Rental Income: $2063 Airbnb ROI: 3.45% Traditional ROI: 3.98%
6294 Southlake Drive Hickory, NC Waterfront and DOCKABLE! Charming Waterfront Retreat on Lake Hickory Welcome to this capti...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,249 sq.ft.	$649,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.27% Traditional cash on cash: 1.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $3333 Traditional Rental Income: $2384 Airbnb ROI: 2.27% Traditional ROI: 1.93%
3993 Seaver Court Hickory, NC Welcome to this beautifully updated 3 bd, 2.5 bath home located in the highly desirable Mo...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,684 sq.ft.	$369,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.26% Traditional cash on cash: 3.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $2453 Traditional Rental Income: $1856 Airbnb ROI: 3.26% Traditional ROI: 3.26%
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: 3.4% Traditional cash on cash: 3.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $2405 Traditional Rental Income: $1943 Airbnb ROI: 3.4% Traditional ROI: 3.73%
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.	$740,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3513 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.5%
929 3rd Street SE Hickory, NC This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom brick home combines modern updates with ...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,002 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.82% Traditional cash on cash: 3.9% Airbnb Rental Income: $2453 Traditional Rental Income: $1262 Airbnb ROI: 6.82% Traditional ROI: 3.9%
2530 Snow Creek Road NE Hickory, NC Welcome to 2530 Snow Creek Rd NE â a charming 3 bed, 2.5 bath home built in 2021 that pe...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,566 sq.ft.	$299,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.41% Traditional cash on cash: 5.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $2453 Traditional Rental Income: $2064 Airbnb ROI: 4.41% Traditional ROI: 5.15%
1100 Hidden Creek Court Hickory, NC GREAT LOCATION!! This 2 story home tucked away in the Mountain View community of Hickory N...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,731 sq.ft.	$339,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.7% Traditional cash on cash: 3.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $2453 Traditional Rental Income: $1790 Airbnb ROI: 3.7% Traditional ROI: 3.5%
835 A Wynnshire Drive unit: 53 #53 Hickory, NC MOVE IN READY -- SELLER TO PAY $2,500 IN BUYERS CLOSING COSTS. Come experience Wynnshire R...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,484 sq.ft.	$481,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.53% Traditional cash on cash: 1.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $2464 Traditional Rental Income: $1863 Airbnb ROI: 1.53% Traditional ROI: 1.53%
352 18th Avenue NE Hickory, NC SUPER Motivated Seller!!!! Charming 2-bedroom home! A spacious living room, dining area an...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,179 sq.ft.	$205,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.27% Traditional cash on cash: 4.97% Airbnb Rental Income: $2464 Traditional Rental Income: $1417 Airbnb ROI: 7.27% Traditional ROI: 4.97%
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.	$599,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.88% Traditional cash on cash: 0.87% Airbnb Rental Income: $2503 Traditional Rental Income: $1330 Airbnb ROI: 1.88% Traditional ROI: 0.87%
1904 27th Avenue Drive NE Hickory, NC Modern updates, timeless charm, & room for everyone! This beautifully remodeled 4-bedroom ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,557 sq.ft.	$399,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.3% Traditional cash on cash: 4.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $3281 Traditional Rental Income: $2254 Airbnb ROI: 5.3% Traditional ROI: 4.52%
1009 22nd Street NE unit: A-E #A-E Hickory, NC Attention Investors! Viewpoint townhomes! This is a great opportunity to purchase a comple...	10 beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$785,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $4121 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.38%
2066 Lake Acres Drive Hickory, NC Live near the lake on 1.53 peaceful acres! This charming ranch home is located in a lake a...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,347 sq.ft.	$300,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.97% Traditional cash on cash: 4.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $3333 Traditional Rental Income: $1968 Airbnb ROI: 6.97% Traditional ROI: 4.77%
5520 Chestnut Drive Hickory, NC SPECIAL INCENTIVES + PRICE DROP! Welcome to your dream retreat: a FULLY renovated modern r...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,821 sq.ft.	$329,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.71% Traditional cash on cash: 4.17% Airbnb Rental Income: $2765 Traditional Rental Income: $1948 Airbnb ROI: 4.71% Traditional ROI: 4.17%
1993 Moss Farm Road Hickory, NC In the heart of the Mountain View Community, you will find this one level, 4 bedroom, 2 ba...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,654 sq.ft.	$359,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 8.48% Traditional cash on cash: 4.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $4288 Traditional Rental Income: $1995 Airbnb ROI: 8.48% Traditional ROI: 4.36%
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.	$1,149,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.46% Traditional cash on cash: 2.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $3281 Traditional Rental Income: $4592 Airbnb ROI: 0.46% Traditional ROI: 2.37%
833 B Wynnshire Drive unit: 55 #55 Hickory, NC MOVE IN READY. Seller to pay $2.500 of Buyers Closing Cost. Experience Wynnshire Ridge whe...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,772 sq.ft.	$499,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.41% Traditional cash on cash: 1.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $2464 Traditional Rental Income: $2108 Airbnb ROI: 1.41% Traditional ROI: 1.93%
833 A Wynnshire Drive unit: 56 #56 Hickory, NC Come experience Wynnshire Ridge where the living is easy! Low-maintenance living means No ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,940 sq.ft.	$514,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.36% Traditional cash on cash: 1.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $2464 Traditional Rental Income: $2137 Airbnb ROI: 1.36% Traditional ROI: 1.93%
831 B Wynnshire Drive unit: 60 #60 Hickory, NC MOVE IN READY --SELLER TO PAY $2,500 IN BUYERS CLOSING COST. Come experience Wynnshire Rid...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,940 sq.ft.	$529,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.23% Traditional cash on cash: 1.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $2464 Traditional Rental Income: $2137 Airbnb ROI: 1.23% Traditional ROI: 1.78%
381 20th Avenue NE Hickory, NC Charming 5-plex near the heart of Hickory, NC, offering a prime investment opportunity. Th...	4 beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$439,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.37% Traditional cash on cash: 7.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $3281 Traditional Rental Income: $3673 Airbnb ROI: 4.37% Traditional ROI: 7.11%

Real Estate investment in Hickory, NC

There are 208 properties for sale in the city of Hickory . The median list price in Hickory is $359,000 and the average price per square foot is $176. In September 2025, the average monthly cash on cash return in Hickory is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Hickory is $1,968.

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

There are 208 investment properties available for sale in Hickory.

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

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Hickory with average rental income of $2,503.

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Investment Property for Sale in Hickory, NC

1315 James Farm Road

Hickory, NC

4 beds | 5 baths | 4,618 sq.ft.

$999,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.7%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.71%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4288

Traditional Rental Income: $4326

Airbnb ROI: 1.7%

Traditional ROI: 2.71%

1902 4th Street Court NW

Hickory, NC

4 beds | 4 baths | 3,303 sq.ft.

$810,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.64%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.29%

Airbnb Rental Income: $4439

Traditional Rental Income: $3253

Airbnb ROI: 2.64%

Traditional ROI: 2.29%

2704 Kool Park Road NE

Hickory, NC

2 beds | 1 baths | 896 sq.ft.

$225,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 6.48%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.82%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2464

Traditional Rental Income: $1297

Airbnb ROI: 6.48%

Traditional ROI: 3.82%

1385 5th Street NE

Hickory, NC

2 beds | 1 baths | 868 sq.ft.

$239,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 6.54%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.55%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2464

Traditional Rental Income: $1189

Airbnb ROI: 6.54%

Traditional ROI: 3.55%

1378 8th Street NW

Hickory, NC

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

$275,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.95%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.63%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2330

Traditional Rental Income: $1410

Airbnb ROI: 4.95%

Traditional ROI: 3.63%

1368 20th Avenue Lane NE

Hickory, NC

4 beds | 4 baths | 2,337 sq.ft.

$569,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 3.55%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.6%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3281

Traditional Rental Income: $2576

Airbnb ROI: 3.55%

Traditional ROI: 3.6%

4128 River Run Circle

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,388 sq.ft.

$300,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 4.79%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.44%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2405

Traditional Rental Income: $1717

Airbnb ROI: 4.79%

Traditional ROI: 4.44%

2662 14TH Street NE

Hickory, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,147 sq.ft.

$255,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 5.48%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.47%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2453

Traditional Rental Income: $1851

Airbnb ROI: 5.48%