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$239,515$217 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $106,000 on Sep 22, 2009

1599 RAYLAND DR

HICKORY, NC 28601
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,104 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$240K
$209K low$270K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$106,000 · Sep 22, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$782 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$196,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$182,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$196,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$196,200

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyCATAWBA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 176 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Webb A. Murray Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.7 mi
H
St. Stephens High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Arndt Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Catawba 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

1599 Rayland 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Catawba County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Catawba County

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
$71K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 37% 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$239,515
CheaperTypical $290,391Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,104 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,618 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 1599 Rayland Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHickory 28601Catawba County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,51537% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21773% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,104 ft²15% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac43% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than198357% of homes52% of homes

About 1599 Rayland Dr

How much is 1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC is $239,515 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $209,411 to $269,619. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC last sell?

1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC last sold on Sep 22, 2009 for $106,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC?

1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,104 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC built?

1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC?

1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC is assigned to Webb A. Murray Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; St. Stephens High School (high), rated B-; Arndt Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Catawba County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28601?

Among the 18,808 homes in Hickory 28601, it is worth more than 37% of them ($239,515 against a typical $290,391), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($217 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,104 ft² against a typical 1,618 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1983 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Catawba County, it is worth more than 46% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1599 Rayland Dr, Hickory, NC was $782. The county assessed it at $196,200.

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