Is Hickory, NC a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Hickory is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

At the same time last year, Hickory was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Hickory is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in Hickory, NC

How much do homes in Hickory, NC cost?

Median Sold Price

$295,000

$177/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$15,000(+5.4%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Hickory have sold for 5.4% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Hickory was $295,000 in November 2024, up 5.4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $177.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $155K$142.2K
-8.2%
2 $175K$180K
+2.9%
3 $279.9K$285K
+1.8%
4 $410K$487.5K
+18.9%
5+ $547.5K$620.7K
+13.4%

Summary: Hickory housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 8.2%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 1.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 18.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 13.4%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Hickory Township
+6.9%
Hickory
+5.4%
Long View
+5.2%
Clines Township
-0.8%

Housing Supply in Hickory, NC

How many homes are available in Hickory, NC?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
378384+1.6%

Summary: The Hickory real estate market had 384 homes for sale in November 2024, a 1.6% increase compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 45
+25.0%
2 7275
+4.2%
3 197200
+1.5%
4 7478
+5.4%
5+ 3126
-16.1%

Summary: The Hickory housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 25%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 4.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 1.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 5.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 16.1%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
9354-41.9%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

31 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

11 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

12 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Hickory, you may be able to get a good deal. 57.4% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 54 homes were sold or pending in Hickory in November 2024, down by 41.9% month-over-month. Of the 54 sold homes, 57% were sold under asking, 20% were sold at asking, and 22% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Hickory, NC

How long does it take to sell a home in Hickory, NC?

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
29 Days37 Days+27.4%

Summary: Homes in Hickory had an average of 37 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 27.4% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

31 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

17 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Hickory are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During November 2024, 54 homes were sold in Hickory; 57% of homes were sold within 30 days, 31% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 9% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 17 Days Ago

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