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$303,625$197 / 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 82How 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 $105,000 on Jan 1, 1991

5498 GUNPOWDER DR

HICKORY, NC 28601
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,540 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$304K
$250K low$357K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Jan 1, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,715 (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.$269,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$244,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$269,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$269,700

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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
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
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 · 120 ft²Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 36 ft²

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 · 4.0 mi
E
Granite Falls Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.1 mi
H
South Caldwell High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.3 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

5498 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 less than 86% of homes in Northlakes
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Northlakes
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Northlakes
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% 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
$73K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 53% 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$303,625
CheaperTypical $291,095Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,624 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 5498 Gunpowder Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthlakesHickory 28601Caldwell County
Estimated valuepricier than$303,62514% of homes53% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19728% of homes61% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,540 ft²24% of homes45% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac14% of homes44% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than198139% of homes55% of homes55% of homes

About 5498 Gunpowder Dr

How much is 5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC is $303,625 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $250,055 to $357,195. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC last sell?

5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1991 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC?

5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,540 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC built?

5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC?

5498 Gunpowder 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 5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28601?

Among the 18,805 homes in Hickory 28601, it is worth more than 53% of them ($303,625 against a typical $291,095), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($197 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,540 ft² against a typical 1,624 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1981 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Caldwell County, it is worth more than 76% 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 5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5498 Gunpowder Dr, Hickory, NC was $1,715. The county assessed it at $269,700.

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