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$435,768$219 / 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 87How 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 $5,500 on Apr 1, 1989

5698 WESLEY ST

HICKORY, NC 28601
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,990 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$436K
$379K low$493K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$5,500 · Apr 1, 1989

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,425 (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.$357,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$323,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$295,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$357,700

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.58
44
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. 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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyCATAWBA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Patio · 292 ft²Porch · 137 ft²

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
Lyle Creek Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 3.4 mi
H
Bunker Hill High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.7 mi
M
River Bend Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.9 mi

District: Catawba 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

5698 Wesley 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 more than 81% of homes in Catawba County
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Catawba County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Catawba County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Newer than 69% 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.

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$70K$1M

This home is worth more than 74% 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$435,768
CheaperTypical $288,921Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$219
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,990 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,625 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 5698 Wesley St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHickory 28601Catawba County
Estimated valuepricier than$435,76874% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21974% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,990 ft²66% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac95% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than199269% of homes62% of homes

About 5698 Wesley St

How much is 5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC is $435,768 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $379,017 to $492,519. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC last sell?

5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC last sold on Apr 1, 1989 for $5,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC?

5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,990 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC built?

5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC?

5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC is assigned to Lyle Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Bunker Hill High School (high), rated C-; River Bend Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Catawba County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28601?

Among the 18,809 homes in Hickory 28601, it is worth more than 74% of them ($435,768 against a typical $288,921), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($219 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,990 ft² against a typical 1,625 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1992 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Catawba County, it is worth more than 81% 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 5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5698 Wesley St, Hickory, NC was $1,425. The county assessed it at $357,700.

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