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$437,143$196 / 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 88How 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 $235,000 on Jul 3, 2019

5447 GUNPOWDER DR

HICKORY, NC 28601
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
2,225 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.
0.59 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$437K
$383K low$491K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,000 · Jul 3, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,488 (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.$392,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$364,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$392,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$392,800

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.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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
CountyCALDWELL
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.0.59
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Finished
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 · 352 ft²Patio · 140 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Granite Falls Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
E
Granite Falls Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.9 mi
H
South Caldwell High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi

District: Caldwell 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

5447 Gunpowder 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.

  • Worth more than 89% of homes in Caldwell County
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Northlakes
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Caldwell County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% 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
$69K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 75% 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$437,143
CheaperTypical $288,867Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area2,225 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,624 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.59 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 5447 Gunpowder Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthlakesHickory 28601Caldwell County
Estimated valuepricier than$437,14355% of homes75% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19627% of homes60% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than2,225 ft²70% of homes74% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.59 ac54% of homes71% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than198554% of homes60% of homes59% of homes

About 5447 Gunpowder Dr

How much is 5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC is $437,143 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $382,908 to $491,378. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC last sell?

5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC last sold on Jul 3, 2019 for $235,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC?

5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,225 square feet of living space and a 0.59-acre lot.

When was 5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC built?

5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC?

5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC is assigned to Granite Falls Middle School (middle), rated B; Granite Falls Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; South Caldwell High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Caldwell County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28601?

Among the 18,809 homes in Hickory 28601, it is worth more than 75% of them ($437,143 against a typical $288,867), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($196 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,225 ft² against a typical 1,624 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.59 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1985 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Caldwell County, it is worth more than 89% 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 5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5447 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC was $2,488. The county assessed it at $392,800.

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