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$361,076$197 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

190 HOWELL FARM DR

HICKORY, NC 28601
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,836 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.
7.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$361K
$312K low$410K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,938 (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.$279,594 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,599
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$250,995
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$279,594
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$313,856

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.30
70
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.41 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.Ranch
CountyALEXANDER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.42
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Beach (Ocean, River Or Lake)

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 · 1.7 mi
M
West Alexander Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi
H
Alexander Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.5 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

190 Howell Farm 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.

  • Among the largest lots in Hickory 28601
  • Newer than 77% of 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
$72K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 63% 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$361,076
CheaperTypical $290,000Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,836 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,625 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size7.42 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 190 Howell Farm Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHickory 28601
Estimated valuepricier than$361,07663% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19761% of homes
Living areabigger than1,836 ft²60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.42 acalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than199777% of homes

About 190 Howell Farm Dr

How much is 190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC is $361,076 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $312,411 to $409,741. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC last sell?

190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC?

190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,836 square feet of living space and a 7.42-acre lot.

When was 190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC built?

190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC?

190 Howell Farm 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 C. All sit in Alexander County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28601?

Among the 18,807 homes in Hickory 28601, it is worth more than 63% of them ($361,076 against a typical $290,000), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($197 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,836 ft² against a typical 1,625 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (7.42 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1997 against a typical 1978). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 190 Howell Farm Dr, Hickory, NC was $1,938. The county assessed it at $279,594.

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