Active Listings
97
⇧ 4.3% vs 93 last year
Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The HICKORY, NC real estate market (28602) currently shows 97 active listings, with 24 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 90 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 8.4% year-over-year, from $299,900 to $324,993.
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: 29,298 · Density: 160.1/mi² · Median household income: $53,180
Typical home value: $161,745 · Homeownership: 67.6%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28602 | Hickory, NC 28602 | 0.0 mi | 92 | $33,240,244 | $329,900 | $361,307 |
| 28601 | Hickory, NC 28601 | 7.4 mi | 245 | $120,251,145 | $387,500 | $490,821 |
| 28612 | Connelly Springs, NC 28612 | 8.5 mi | 43 | $20,694,094 | $280,000 | $481,258 |
| 28630 | Granite Falls, NC 28630 | 10.7 mi | 79 | $41,750,552 | $359,900 | $528,488 |
| 28690 | Valdese, NC 28690 | 11.3 mi | 36 | $11,849,868 | $304,950 | $329,163 |
| 28610 | Claremont, NC 28610 | 14.3 mi | 30 | $10,667,670 | $350,000 | $355,589 |
| 28092 | Lincolnton, NC 28092 | 15.2 mi | 167 | $69,765,252 | $351,760 | $417,756 |
| 28020 | Casar, NC 28020 | 17.9 mi | 5 | $1,102,500 | $221,000 | $220,500 |
| 28609 | Catawba, NC 28609 | 18.6 mi | 44 | $28,398,832 | $395,000 | $645,428 |
| 28681 | Taylorsville, NC 28681 | 19.3 mi | 61 | $25,514,592 | $349,950 | $418,272 |
| 28678 | Stony Point, NC 28678 | 21.2 mi | 12 | $4,585,068 | $341,500 | $382,089 |
| 28080 | Iron Station, NC 28080 | 21.8 mi | 43 | $31,566,128 | $499,000 | $734,096 |
| 28645 | Lenoir, NC 28645 | 22.7 mi | 184 | $84,587,928 | $329,950 | $459,717 |
As of February 2026, there are 97 active listings in HICKORY, NC (zip code 28602), compared to 93 the prior year.
The median listing price in HICKORY, NC 28602 is $324,993 as of February 2026, a 8.4% increase from $299,900 the prior year.
Homes in HICKORY, NC 28602 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 90 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, HICKORY, NC 28602 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 90 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HICKORY, NC 28602 save an estimated $6,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $324,993. 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.