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$423,736$253 / 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 85How 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 $200,000 on Nov 13, 2018

5489 NORTHWOOD DR

HICKORY, NC 28601
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,676 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.
0.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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

$424K
$362K low$485K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$200,000 · Nov 13, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,262 (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.$356,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$330,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$356,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$356,900

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.0.52
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 373 ft²Porch · 48 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.

M
Granite Falls Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 mi
E
Granite Falls Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.5 mi
H
South Caldwell High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 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

5489 Northwood 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 88% of homes in Caldwell County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Caldwell County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Northlakes

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
$71K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 73% 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$423,736
CheaperTypical $289,511Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,676 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,622 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 5489 Northwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthlakesHickory 28601Caldwell County
Estimated valuepricier than$423,73652% of homes73% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25361% of homes87% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,676 ft²35% of homes53% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 ac39% of homes63% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than197322% of homes46% of homes45% of homes

About 5489 Northwood Dr

How much is 5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC is $423,736 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $362,019 to $485,453. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC last sell?

5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC last sold on Nov 13, 2018 for $200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC?

5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,676 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC built?

5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC?

5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC is assigned to Granite Falls Middle School (middle), rated A-; Granite Falls Elementary School (elementary), rated C; South Caldwell High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Caldwell County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28601?

Among the 18,805 homes in Hickory 28601, it is worth more than 73% of them ($423,736 against a typical $289,511), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($253 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,676 ft² against a typical 1,622 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.52 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1973 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Caldwell County, it is worth more than 88% 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 5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5489 Northwood Dr, Hickory, NC was $2,262. The county assessed it at $356,900.

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