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$1,613,815$729 / 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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $590,000 on Mar 20, 2018

52 RIVER POINTE DR

HICKORY, NC 28601
0
Baths
2,215 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.
0.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.3M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$590,000 · Mar 20, 2018
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,613,815
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,291,052

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,978 (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.$718,315 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$167,136
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$551,179
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$718,315
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$718,315

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
98
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.121 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountyALEXANDER
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.75
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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)

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
Bethlehem Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.7 mi
M
West Alexander Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.2 mi
H
Alexander Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.1 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

52 River Pointe 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 most valuable homes in Hickory 28601
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Hickory 28601
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Newer than 73% 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
$65K$1M

This home is worth more than almost all 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$1,613,815
CheaperTypical $289,613Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$729
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,215 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.75 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 52 River Pointe Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHickory 28601
Estimated valuepricier than$1,613,815almost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$729almost all homes
Living areabigger than2,215 ft²74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.75 ac80% of homes
Year builtnewer than199573% of homes

About 52 River Pointe Dr

How much is 52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC is $1,613,815 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,285,785 to $1,941,845. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC last sell?

52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC last sold on Mar 20, 2018 for $590,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC?

52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC has 2,215 square feet of living space and a 0.75-acre lot.

When was 52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC built?

52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC?

52 River Pointe 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 52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28601?

Among the 19,018 homes in Hickory 28601, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,613,815 against a typical $289,613), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($729 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,215 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.75 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1995 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 52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 52 River Pointe Dr, Hickory, NC was $4,978. The county assessed it at $718,315.

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