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$152,360$143 / 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 77How 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
Last sold for $165,000 on Oct 31, 2024

204 CATAWBA AVE

HICKORY, NC 28601
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,065 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1901
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$152K
$117K low$188K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Oct 31, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,752 (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.$153,239 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$140,939
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$149,953
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$153,239

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.102 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
CountyBURKE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2015
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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.Deck · 48 ft²Patio · 48 ft²Porch · 339 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Ray Childers Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
M
East Burke Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.4 mi
H
East Burke High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Burke 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

204 Catawba Ave 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 87% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Burke County
  • Among the oldest 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
$69K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 13% 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$152,360
CheaperTypical $288,867Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,065 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,624 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1901
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 204 Catawba Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHickory 28601Burke County
Estimated valuepricier than$152,36013% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14323% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,065 ft²12% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac23% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than1901almost no homesalmost no homes

About 204 Catawba Ave

How much is 204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC is $152,360 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $116,764 to $187,956. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC last sell?

204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC last sold on Oct 31, 2024 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC?

204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,065 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC built?

204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC was built in 1901, making it 125 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC?

204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC is assigned to Ray Childers Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; East Burke Middle School (middle), rated C-; East Burke High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Burke County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28601?

Among the 18,809 homes in Hickory 28601, it is worth more than 13% of them ($152,360 against a typical $288,867), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($143 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,065 ft² against a typical 1,624 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1901 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Burke County, it is worth more than 24% 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 204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 204 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC was $1,752. The county assessed it at $153,239.

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