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$224,314$119 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

159 CASCADES DR

HICKORY, NC 28601
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,880 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2025
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$224K
$199K low$250K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,107 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$319,224 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,607
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$288,617
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$39,557
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$319,224

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.35
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.194 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyALEXANDER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.11
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Bethlehem Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
M
West Alexander Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi
H
Alexander Central High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.3 mi

District: Alexander County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28601These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,191
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,089 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,149
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,134
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

159 Cascades Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 67% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Among the newest homes in Hickory 28601

What homes are worth in Hickory 28601

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$73K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Hickory 28601.

How it measures up in Hickory 28601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hickory 28601.

Estimated value$224,314
CheaperTypical $289,792Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$119
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,880 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size2.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built2025
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 159 Cascades Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHickory 28601
Estimated valuepricier than$224,31433% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11911% of homes
Living areabigger than1,880 ft²62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.11 ac95% of homes
Year builtnewer than2025almost all homes

About 159 Cascades Dr

How much is 159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC is $224,314 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $198,645 to $249,983. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC last sell?

159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC?

159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,880 square feet of living space and a 2.11-acre lot.

When was 159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC built?

159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC was built in 2025, making it 1 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC?

159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC is assigned to Bethlehem Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; West Alexander Middle School (middle), rated A-; Alexander Central High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Alexander County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28601?

Among the 18,809 homes in Hickory 28601, it is worth more than 33% of them ($224,314 against a typical $289,792), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($119 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,880 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (2.11 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2025 against a typical 1977). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 159 Cascades Dr, Hickory, NC was $2,107. The county assessed it at $319,224.

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