Short Rd, Hickory, NC 28602
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FOR SALE
3.85 ACRES

$350,000

Original price: $849,900

    Short Rd, Hickory, NC 28602

    Est. Mortgage $2,115/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Lot/Land
    3.85 acre lot

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around Short Rd.
    • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    Prime Location with Endless Potential – 3.85 Acres on Short Road

    Location, Location, Location! This 3.85-acre parcel, currently zoned Residential (R-20), offers a rare opportunity in a highly desirable area. Nestled on Short Road, just off Startown Road, this property boasts exceptional access to major highways including I-40, Hwy 70, Hwy 321, Hwy 16, and Hwy 127.

    Enjoy the convenience of being minutes from CVCC, Target, Sam’s Club, Walmart, and a wide array of shopping, dining, and everyday essentials. Whether you're looking to build your dream home, invest in future development, or secure land in a rapidly growing corridor, this centrally located acreage delivers.

    Don’t miss your chance to own a slice of prime real estate in the heart of it all!
    Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
    Listing Provided by: Dana Gibson
    Realty Executives of Hickory
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4292622
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    Home Details for Short Rd

    Interior Features

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    Exterior Features

    Exterior Home Features
    Wooded Area Size: 3.85
    Parking & Garage
    No Carport
    Frontage
    Responsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Paved
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: None
    Farm & Range
    Horse Amenities: None
    Surface & Elevation
    Elevation Units: Feet

    Days on Market

    Cumulative Days on Market: 1195Days on Market: 180+

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    No Additional ParcelsNot Habitable Residence
    Property Information
    Usage of Home: ResidentialParcel Number: 3711168409160000

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $350,000

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: Hickory
    School Information
    Elementary School: BlackburnJr High / Middle School: Jacobs ForkHigh School: Fred T. Foard

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 4292622

    Community

    Not Senior Community

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 3.85 acres

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: Standard

    Offer

    Listing Terms: Cash

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 4292622Attribution Contact: dana@danagibsonhomes.net

    Around this home

    What Locals Say about Hickory

    At least 397 Trulia users voted on each feature.

    • 86 % Say car is needed

    • 81 % Say parking is easy

    • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

    • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

    • 58 % Say it's quiet

    • 58 % Say kids play outside

    • 53 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

    • 48 % Say there's wildlife

    • 44 % Say there are sidewalks

    • 43 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    • 33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 23 % Say there are community events

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • Midnite3303
      "Dog owners would like the parks and people. There’s also a lot of nature nearby to explore with your pets."
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    • Tonihuffman2025
      "Neighborhood is small and open land and is a dog lover neighborhood everyone is friendly and welcoming and know each other"
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    • Tonihuffman2025
      "See others walking, small but friendly. Would enjoy being part of neighborhood that works together and friendly It’s dog friendly"
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    • Shirley Belue
      "This area is nice and most people are friendly. Good place to raise families. There are no dog parks in the area. "
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    • Jeanie
      "Loads of outdoor Music concerts, art & crafts shows 6 times per year, quaint historic downtown with excellent restaurants, 2 brewery beer bars, wine bar, good place to walk with pets and children, local museum/science/performing arts/planetarium/library center that is right in the middle of town & neighborhoods. Parks, trails and beautiful Lake. Hickory. Boating, fishing, swimming, water sports all around the lake. Friendly town and events and activities for all. "
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    • Lauriedenton0905
      "Enjoy having Holiday decorating contests on the outside of our apartments and becoming acquainted with our neighbors "
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    • Lauriedenton0905
      "It’s a very nice place to live. I’ve raised seven children in Hickory and all of them have turned out wonderful. I don’t remember the year, but Hickory was voted first and any city in the United States as the best place to raise your family."
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    • Trulia User
      "It is bad traffic outlets and the roads are not well maintained the schools are fair but the overall area is past its good days"
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    • Lacey L.
      "There are a lot of people that walk their dogs in this neighborhood. All the dogs seem very friendly. "
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    • Zehmerj
      "I mean it’s an alright place. It’s growing very quickly though and downtown is very nice. Sometimes it is hard to find something to do but there are definitely options they just get tiring after awhile"
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    • Frank C.
      "I don’t work so I don’t have any commute at all. Traffic is never horrible around here. Takes me about 10 minutes to get anywhere. "
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    • Tom C.
      "That the drug problem in this town is under control. That all our kids are safe from predators. Our schools are teaching the right values"
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    • Christina H. .
      "I have lived here for about fifteen years now It’s a nice place a little busy but you can escape at the same time "
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    • Trulia User
      "music in downtown..the shops..the bars..social settings..the all around vibe.............................."
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    • Carol H.
      "my neighborhood is on a busy road and parks are a short driving distance. grocery stores are a short driving distance. my neighbors are friendly but don't know them by name "
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    • Sharese C.
      "peaceful great area to live in very convenient good schools close to everything hwy 16 is convenient "
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    • Frank C.
      "I get everywhere I need to be with ease. Traffic is at a minimal and the streets are easy to navigate. "
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    • Lisa M. H.
      "quiet and beautiful mature trees and there is a wonderful park right across the street. quiet at night and no empty space"
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    • Avidjalissa
      "There is a park, Zara Baker, a splash pad, and baseball fields near the neighborhood. Always something to do around."
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    • Heather L. H.
      "we really don't have any special events in my neighborhood. everyone pretty much keeps to themselves "
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    • Victorga0719
      "Is quiet and friendly and I like all the supermarket near me and parks for the kids ,a lot of nature and clean environment."
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    • Lauren S.
      "Dont expect people to keep dogs on leashes or clean up after them. there are only a select few that do. Cars speed through the neighborhood so be careful."
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    • Lauren S.
      "people should put their dogs on leashes stop speeding stop being rude to people that live in this neighborhood just because they're younger than others"
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    • Lilykillia4
      "Great friendly neighborhood, house upkeep is good, sidewalks, lights, golf course, all around family friendly neighborhood "
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    • Torysteen
      "It is great. Nice country roads no traffic. Lots of green. Can’t wait for fall- all the beautiful colors "
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    • Tory
      "I just moved here from Florida; I have been to the green market. Very nice. Been doing sightseeing and learning my way around. GPS is a wonderful thing!"
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    • Mrnesbit
      "Decent schools, good place for young families. Families with older children in teens may find other locations more suitable like areas around Charlotte or Asheville."
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    • Jim R.
      "I lived in this neighborhood for 15 years. It was an amazing place to grow up. Safe, quiet, lots of room to run and explore. "
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    • Rngdennis
      "I like where I'm at. It's too dark and I wouldnt walk alone or with out protection. I wish they had more lightng and more safe area to walk around."
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    • Jspooner2008
      "I've lived in this area for over 15 years. The people are very friendly. It is very easy to go to Hickory or Charlotte or the mountains from here."
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    • Tbkayaks
      "There is not a lot of traffic. It is a quiet, friendly community. There are a lot of people who walk for exercise and a lot of people who walk their dogs. "
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    • Heather L. H.
      "There is only one main stretch of road and other gravel roads that really aren't considered doggie friendly. "
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    • Angela m. b.
      "This neighborhood is friendly, quiet, & accessible to businesses and highways. It is a great place to raise a family. "
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    • Mitchellieable
      "St. Stephens is a fantastic area that is very diverse! It is full of trailer parks, fancy houses, and everything in between. "
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    • Greyerdays
      "I hate my neighborhood. I’m on the app trying to move out of Hickory. This is a small town, everyone knows everyone or knows someone who knows something on someone. I’m not from here and moved for a job. You just get trapped here. The job market is awful, housing is terrible, and it’s a very conservative area."
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    • Gail_coley
      "It is not in the city limits. We are visible from the road, but have woods for privacy at the back of the house where the pool is. "
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    Market trends in Hickory

    Last updated August 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $319K
    $3.82K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    —
    Price per sq ft
    $177
    $2    MoM
    Available listings
    381
    10    MoM

    Home Value

    Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

    Comparable sales

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    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Herbie Cir, Newton, NC
    0.79
    Lot/Land
    $41,000
    04/21/26
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    Lampert St #17-24, Newton, NC
    0.79
    Lot/Land
    $22,000
    03/23/26
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    -
    Lampert St #5-8, Newton, NC
    0.78
    Lot/Land
    $11,000
    04/21/26
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    Nearby home prices

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    Bed
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    Recently Sold
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    0.17
    $320,000
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    2.5
    1,680
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    0.18
    $275,000
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    2.5
    1,572
    For Sale
    Catawba Valley Blvd SE #7-31, Hickory, NC 28601
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    For Sale
    3107 Short Rd, Hickory, NC 28602
    0.28
    $307,200
    2
    2
    1,196
    Off Market

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Aug 19, 2026
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4292622
    		PriceChange
    $350,000
    Price decreased by 59%
    Jul 29, 2026
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4292645
    		PriceChange
    $849,900
    Price decreased by 9%
    Jul 27, 2026
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4408182
    		PriceChange
    $930,000
    Price decreased by 2%
    Feb 18, 2026
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4292645
    		PriceChange
    $950,000
    Price decreased by 13%
    Aug 15, 2025
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4292645
    		PriceChange
    $1,090,200
    Price increased by 146%

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    Frequently asked questions about Short Rd

    • How big is Short Rd?
      Short Rd in Hickory, NC is about 3.9 acres.
    • What is the price per acre for Short Rd?
      Short Rd in Hickory, NC is listed at $350,000, or about $90K per acre.
    • What do residents say about Hickory?
      Residents describe Hickory, NC as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Hickory, NC.
    • What are the closest schools to Short Rd?
      The closest schools to Short Rd in Hickory, NC are Blackburn Elementary (rated 8/10), Fred T Foard High (Pre-K, rated 6/10), Jacobs Fork Middle (rated 6/10).
    Short Rd, Hickory, NC 28602 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Aug 19, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4292622.