240 NW 21st Avenue Drive, Hickory, NC, 28601
About This Home
Discover a striking masterpiece of timeless luxury in the heart of Northwest Hickory, NC. Perfectly positioned for both tranquility and accessibility, this distinguished residence is located just around the corner from the Lake Hickory Country Club, 30 miles from the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains (Blowing Rock), and an hour from the bustling energy of Charlotte. This captivating two-acre estate has unparalleled grounds featuring European inspired gardens, a professional greenhouse, a brick wine cellar, and paths that meander to a beautiful park like grassy area by a live stream with boulders and two bridges. This esteemed residence boasts a main floor, stunning primary suite with vaulted ceilings, two full baths and two custom walk-in closets, a chef's kitchen with dual islands and a BlueStar range, expansive eat-in dining area with a wall of windows overlooking the rear terrace, a breathtaking solarium, multiple living rooms with fireplaces, a second primary bedroom suite, media room, spacious art studio and more. Offering an unmatched blend of natural beauty, refined craftsmanship, and inspired living, this estate is a rare opportunity to own one of the area’s most distinguished and enchanting properties.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Architectural,Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Gas Cooktop,Disposal,Gas Water Heater,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Attic,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Skylights,Home Theater
- Window features: Skylight(s)
- Fireplace features: Gas,Vented,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Walk-up
- Finished area below ground: 642
- Finished area above ground: 6,533
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,3+ Units
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 8,779
- Total interior livable area: 7,175 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 370419615200
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Multiple
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
Lot
- Lot size: 1.98 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete,Driveway,Garage,Three or more Spaces
- Has garage: Yes
- 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
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
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 | $8,591 | $103,092 |
| Home Insurance * | $614 | $7,368 |
| Property Taxes | $1,195 | $14,340 |
| Electricity | $668 | $8,019 |
| Total | $11,068 | $132,816 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-15 | Listed for sale | $1,699,000 |
| 2025-12-15 | Listing removed | $1,699,000 |
| 2025-09-19 | Price change | $1,699,000 |
| 2025-07-31 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000 |
| 2022-05-04 | Sold | $970,000 |
| 2022-04-01 | Contingent | $999,999 |
| 2022-01-13 | Price change | $999,999 |
| 2022-01-03 | Price change | $1,100,000 |
| 2021-10-20 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000 |
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