79 Valley Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
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79 Valley Rd
Hickory, NC 28601

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,274 sqft (on 0.58 acres)

$212,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,252/mo*
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$212,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,252/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,274 sqft
(on 0.58 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$212K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-1%)
Since last year
Increased$11K (+5.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$172K (+419.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +15% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$213K
July 2026$207K
June 2026$215K
May 2026$210K
April 2026$196K
March 2026$203K
February 2026$194K
January 2026$189K
2025
2024

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
554 Wildlife Access Rd, Hickory, NC
0.12
Single-Family Home
$252,000
12/22/25
3
1.5
1,780
286 Valley Rd, Hickory, NC
0.19
Single-Family Home
$320,000
04/24/26
3
3
2,258
114 Joe Teague Rd, Hickory, NC
0.12
Single-Family Home
$315,000
01/30/26
3
3
3,134
235 Havenhurst Rd, Taylorsville, NC
0.33
Single-Family Home
$329,900
04/22/26
3
2.5
1,964
154 Cedar Rd, Hickory, NC
0.36
Single-Family Home
$330,000
10/28/25
3
2
1,970
165 Northwest Rd, Hickory, NC
0.37
Single-Family Home
$375,000
06/12/26
3
2
2,253
190 Moretz Ct, Hickory, NC
0.22
Single-Family Home
$460,000
05/15/26
3
2.5
2,007
536 Shiloh Church Rd, Hickory, NC
0.23
Single-Family Home
$385,000
11/19/25
4
3.5
2,709
86 Sharon Valley Dr, Hickory, NC
0.36
Single-Family Home
$415,000
03/25/26
3
3.5
2,366

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
114 Joe Teague Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
0.12
$315,000
3
3
3,134
Recently Sold
109 Joe Teague Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
0.11
$396,200
4
3
3,053
Off Market
554 Wildlife Access Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
0.12
$252,000
3
1.5
1,780
Recently Sold
153 Lakemont Park Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
0.15
$334,700
3
2.5
2,460
Off Market
493 Shiloh Church Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
0.19
$374,000
3
3
2,897
Off Market
286 Valley Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
0.19
$320,000
3
3
2,258
Recently Sold
71 Lakemont Park Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
0.21
$449,700
3
3
2,858
Off Market
536 Shiloh Church Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
0.23
$385,000
4
3.5
2,709
Recently Sold
228 Moretz Ct, Hickory, NC 28601
0.23
$293,000
4
2
2,044
Off Market
190 Moretz Ct, Hickory, NC 28601
0.22
$460,000
3
2.5
2,007
Recently Sold
602 Shiloh Church Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
0.25
$357,000
3
2
2,185
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1968
Lot Size
0.58 acres
Living Area
1,274 sqft
Price/Sqft
$166
Parking
Garage

About this House

Great location-Great neighborhood. Convenient to Bethlehem Marina and Hwy 127. House needs extensive repairs and updates. Roof has been leaking-extensive damage is evident, seller has made some repairs. Mold is in unfinished basement. Price reflects condition of house. Double garage in unfinished basement, plumbing for bath in basement. Sold as is-buyer must verify all systems.
79 Valley Rd, Hickory, NC 28601 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,274 sqft single-family home built in 1968. It last sold for the $41,000 asking price on Jul 25, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $212,100, with a rent estimate of $1,560/month.

Home Details for 79 Valley Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bedroom S, Bathroom Full, Den, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1274 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Other
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Tile
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: DeckFoundation: Other - See Remarks
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Basement,Driveway,Garage
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Installed
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Road Frontage: 3
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1274 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 261

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1968
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Brick FullNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3715375065

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $41,000

Location

Direction & Address
City: HickoryCommunity: Lakemont
School Information
Elementary School: BethlehemJr High / Middle School: West AlexanderHigh School: Alexander Central

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1274 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.58 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Undisclosed

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 9573056Attribution Contact: patcouch@charter.netAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1274
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Pat Couch
Patricia Beth Couch
Bought with: Donna McCall, Homes 4 You
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#9573056

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 25, 2014
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #9573056
Sold
$41,000

Market trends in Hickory

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$315K
$14.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.4%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$175
$5MoM
Available listings
371
29MoM
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What Locals Say about Hickory

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  • 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

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  • 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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    "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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    "This neighborhood is friendly, quiet, & accessible to businesses and highways. It is a great place to raise a family. "
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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 79 Valley Rd

  • What is 79 Valley Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 79 Valley Rd in Hickory, NC is $212,100.
  • What is the price history for 79 Valley Rd?
    79 Valley Rd in Hickory, NC last sold for $41,000 in July 2014.
  • Is Hickory a buyer's or seller's market?
    Hickory is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Hickory?
    The median sale price in Hickory is $315K. That is up $14.67K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 79 Valley Rd?
    The lot at 79 Valley Rd in Hickory, NC is about 0.58 acres (25,264 sq ft).
  • Does 79 Valley Rd have a garage?
    Yes, 79 Valley Rd in Hickory, NC has a garage.
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