2523 Kool Park Rd NE, Hickory, NC, 28601
About This Home
Stunning, move-in ready and beautifully restored home located in NE Hickory! Beautiful updates throughout, one level living on just over half an acre! Wonderful floor plan with spacious rocking chair porch, refinished hardwood floors, storage building, and cozy back patio. Large living room with fireplace and glass french doors leading into the formal dining room. Incredible kitchen with granite countertops, kitchen island, and breakfast nook. Laundry on main. New exterior walls, ceilings, electrical work, and plumbing. Attic and floor have been insulated. With convenient access to Bethlehem, Lake Hickory, Conover, and I-40 this home is also located in the Clyde Campbell Elementary, Arndt Middle School, and St. Stephen's school district. Call to schedule your private tour today!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Construction materials: Brick Partial,Vinyl
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Water Heater,Gas Range
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Breakfast
- Level: Main
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,355
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,355
- Total interior livable area: 1,355 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 3724143227340000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck,Front Porch
Lot
- Lot size: 0.52 Acres
- Features: Cleared
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Catawba County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,365 | $16,380 |
| Home Insurance * | $97 | $1,164 |
| Property Taxes | $116 | $1,392 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $1,778 | $21,336 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Price change | $280,000 |
| 2025-12-31 | Listed for sale | $285,000 |
| 2025-11-25 | Listing removed | $285,000 |
| 2025-10-10 | Pending sale | $285,000 |
| 2025-09-23 | Price change | $285,000 |
| 2025-07-01 | Listed for sale | $290,000 |
| 2025-04-09 | Pending sale | $290,000 |
| 2025-03-24 | Listed for sale | $290,000 |
| 2025-01-16 | Pending sale | $290,000 |
| 2024-11-27 | Price change | $290,000 |
| 2024-10-02 | Listed for sale | $295,000 |
| 2023-02-25 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-02-10 | Pending sale | $139,900 |
| 2023-02-08 | Sold | $141,750 |
| 2022-11-02 | Pending sale | $139,900 |
| 2022-10-26 | Listed for sale | $139,900 |
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