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$35,498$34 / 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 33How 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 $35,000 on May 16, 2025

945 20TH ST NE

HICKORY, NC 28601
0
Baths
1,040 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.
0.47 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$35K
$12K low$59K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · May 16, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$103 (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.$25,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$25,900

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.33 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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.47
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Porch · 164 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.

E
St. Stephens Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.5 mi
H
St. Stephens High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Arndt Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.2 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

945 20th St Ne 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Hickory 28601
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Hickory 28601
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Hickory 28601
  • Older than 75% of homes in Catawba County

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
$74K$1.1M

This home is worth less than almost all 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$35,498
CheaperTypical $288,222Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$34
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 0.45 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 945 20th St Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHickory 28601Catawba County
Estimated valuepricier than$35,498almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²11% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac54% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than195926% of homes25% of homes

About 945 20th St Ne

How much is 945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC is $35,498 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $11,586 to $59,410. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC last sell?

945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC last sold on May 16, 2025 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC?

945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC has 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC built?

945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC?

945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC is assigned to St. Stephens Elementary School (elementary), rated D; St. Stephens High School (high), rated B-; Arndt Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Catawba County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC compare to other homes in Hickory 28601?

Among the 18,810 homes in Hickory 28601, it is worth more than almost none of them ($35,498 against a typical $288,222), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($34 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 0.45 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1959 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Catawba County, it is worth more than almost no 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 945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 945 20th St Ne, Hickory, NC was $103. The county assessed it at $25,900.

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