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$182,216$130 / 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 $62,500 on Aug 16, 1991

5287 ROYAL ST

HICKORY, NC 28602
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,400 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.
2.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
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

$182K
$141K low$224K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$62,500 · Aug 16, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,284 (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.$179,198 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,335
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$147,863
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$179,198
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$179,198

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.55
1
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.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.36
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 276 ft²Boat access

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
East Burke Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
E
George Hildebrand Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.8 mi
H
East Burke High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Burke County 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

5287 Royal St 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 65% of homes in Burke County
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Burke County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Hickory 28602

What homes are worth in Hickory 28602

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

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$43K$704K

This home is worth more than 43% 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$182,216
CheaperTypical $206,986Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,457 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size2.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 5287 Royal St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHickory 28602Burke County
Estimated valuepricier than$182,21643% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13037% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²46% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.36 ac86% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than197853% of homes53% of homes

About 5287 Royal St

How much is 5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC is $182,216 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $140,524 to $223,908. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC last sell?

5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC last sold on Aug 16, 1991 for $62,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC?

5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 2.36-acre lot.

When was 5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC built?

5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC?

5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC is assigned to East Burke Middle School (middle), rated C-; George Hildebrand Elementary School (elementary), rated A; 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 5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28602?

Among the 10,875 homes in Hickory 28602, it is worth more than 43% of them ($182,216 against a typical $206,986), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($130 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,457 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (2.36 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1978 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Burke County, it is worth more than 35% 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 5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5287 Royal St, Hickory, NC was $1,284. The county assessed it at $179,198.

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