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$140,873$39 / 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 73How 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 $42,000 on Apr 16, 2010

237 2ND ST SE

HICKORY, NC 28602
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,578 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.
0.73 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$141K
$103K low$178K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,000 · Apr 16, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$688 (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.$172,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$161,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,700

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.53
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
86
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyCATAWBA
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.73
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.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 399 ft²Porch · 224 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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.

H
Hickory High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Northview Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi
E
Jenkins Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.6 mi

District: Hickory City Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28602These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.30,102
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.429 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,046
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,323
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

237 2nd St Se 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 80% of homes in Catawba County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Catawba County
  • Among the largest homes in Ridgeview
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Ridgeview
  • Older than 95% of homes in Catawba County

What homes are worth in Hickory 28602

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

This home
$42K$703K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Hickory 28602.

How it measures up in Hickory 28602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hickory 28602.

Estimated value$140,873
CheaperTypical $206,742Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$39
CheaperTypical $153Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,578 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,457 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.73 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1901
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 237 2nd St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgeviewHickory 28602Catawba County
Estimated valuepricier than$140,87370% of homes31% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$394% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than3,578 ft²almost all homes97% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.73 ac97% of homes63% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than190113% of homes6% of homes5% of homes

About 237 2nd St Se

How much is 237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC is $140,873 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $103,345 to $178,401. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC last sell?

237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC last sold on Apr 16, 2010 for $42,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC?

237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,578 square feet of living space and a 0.73-acre lot.

When was 237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC built?

237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC was built in 1901, making it 125 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC?

237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC is assigned to Hickory High School (high), rated C-; Northview Middle School (middle), rated C+; Jenkins Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Hickory City Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28602?

Among the 10,878 homes in Hickory 28602, it is worth more than 31% of them ($140,873 against a typical $206,742), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($39 against a typical $153), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,578 ft² against a typical 1,457 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.73 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1901 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Catawba County, it is worth more than 20% 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 237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 237 2nd St Se, Hickory, NC was $688. The county assessed it at $172,700.

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