Active Listings
248
⇧ 7.8% vs 230 last year
Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The HICKORY, NC real estate market (28601) currently shows 248 active listings, with 87 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 46 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 2.5% year-over-year, from $355,425 to $364,475.
Whether you are buying or selling in HICKORY, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 53,172 · Density: 436.2/mi² · Median household income: $65,158
Typical home value: $222,884 · Homeownership: 65.4%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28601 | Hickory, NC 28601 | 0.0 mi | 245 | $120,251,145 | $387,500 | $490,821 |
| 28630 | Granite Falls, NC 28630 | 6.4 mi | 79 | $41,750,552 | $359,900 | $528,488 |
| 28602 | Hickory, NC 28602 | 7.5 mi | 92 | $33,240,244 | $329,900 | $361,307 |
| 28658 | Newton, NC 28658 | 10.6 mi | 107 | $40,388,862 | $329,030 | $377,466 |
| 28681 | Taylorsville, NC 28681 | 11.9 mi | 61 | $25,514,592 | $349,950 | $418,272 |
| 28690 | Valdese, NC 28690 | 14.1 mi | 36 | $11,849,868 | $304,950 | $329,163 |
| 28168 | Vale, NC 28168 | 16.0 mi | 30 | $13,139,790 | $459,000 | $437,993 |
| 28650 | Maiden, NC 28650 | 16.8 mi | 70 | $27,918,730 | $394,900 | $398,839 |
| 28636 | Hiddenite, NC 28636 | 18.7 mi | 8 | $2,314,200 | $259,450 | $289,275 |
| 28092 | Lincolnton, NC 28092 | 20.4 mi | 167 | $69,765,252 | $351,760 | $417,756 |
| 28654 | Moravian Falls, NC 28654 | 22.4 mi | 16 | $8,655,360 | $534,950 | $540,960 |
| 28655 | Morganton, NC 28655 | 23.3 mi | 182 | $85,273,916 | $327,900 | $468,538 |
| 28033 | Crouse, NC 28033 | 24.4 mi | 10 | $4,002,710 | $390,000 | $400,271 |
As of February 2026, there are 248 active listings in HICKORY, NC (zip code 28601), compared to 230 the prior year.
The median listing price in HICKORY, NC 28601 is $364,475 as of February 2026, a 2.5% increase from $355,425 the prior year.
Homes in HICKORY, NC 28601 spend an average of 71 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 46 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, HICKORY, NC 28601 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 46 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HICKORY, NC 28601 save an estimated $7,290 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $364,475. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.