
$249,900 $189/sqft
1745 26th Street
Hickory, NC 28601
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,325 sqft · 1964 · 3 mo ago
Green Acres has the feel of a long-established Hickory neighborhood where ranch homes, level lots, and mature street patterns create an easygoing residential setting.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Green Acres, Hickory
Green Acres has the feel of a long-established Hickory neighborhood where ranch homes, level lots, and mature street patterns create an easygoing residential setting. Most homes sit on modestly sized parcels, and the streetscape tends to favor single-family homes with practical footprints and broad front yards. The overall impression is of a place that has been steadily cared for over time, with updates layered onto classic mid-century construction.
"Classic Hickory living with updated comfort and everyday convenience."
The housing stock is anchored by single-family residences built mainly from the 1960s through the early 1990s. Ranch layouts are especially common, and many homes feature brick exteriors, with some offering all-brick construction, covered porches, decks, and fenced or usable backyards. Interior updates often include refreshed kitchens, newer flooring, and flexible living spaces, while exterior improvements like roofs, HVAC systems, and replacement windows show that many owners have invested in upkeep.
Lot character is one of Green Acres’ most appealing traits. The terrain is level, the yards are manageable, and several homes offer enough space for gardening, storage buildings, or workshop use. A few properties include basements or garages, but the neighborhood’s identity is less about oversized amenities and more about well-kept, practical homes with room to spread out.
Daily life here feels rooted in convenience. The neighborhood sits close to major routes and city services, so errands, school drop-offs, and everyday shopping are straightforward. Nearby listings mention access to shopping, dining, grocery options, hospitals, restaurants, parks, and entertainment, along with easy reach to McDonald Parkway, Springs Road, Tate Boulevard, and I-40. The result is a residential pocket that stays connected without losing its neighborhood character.
"A practical residential pocket with quick access to Hickory’s main corridors and services."
Green Acres also shows a clear pattern of usable outdoor space. Level lots, patios, back decks, fenced yards, and outbuildings appear often enough to shape the community feel. That combination makes the neighborhood especially appealing for buyers who value function, storage, and low-fuss outdoor living.
Green Acres is in Northeast Hickory, with the community centered around the 26th Street area and close to the McDonald Parkway corridor. Commutes are especially convenient to I-40 and Highway 127, with other nearby routes including US 321 and Highway 16. Listings also note quick access to Springs Road and Tate Boulevard, plus proximity to downtown Hickory and city amenities.
School assignments commonly point to St. Stephens Elementary, Arndt Middle, and St. Stephens High, placing the neighborhood within the St. Stephens area of Hickory. For buyers who want a well-located residential setting with established homes and straightforward access to everyday destinations, Green Acres delivers a familiar, grounded Hickory address.
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| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | May 21 2026 | $200,000 | 73 | 1,032 sq ft | 100.0% | $194 |
| | Jun 11 2025 | $249,000 | 67 | 1,480 sq ft | 100.0% | $168 |
| | May 20 2025 | $230,000 | 180 | 1,025 sq ft | 100.0% | $224 |
| | May 16 2025 | $259,000 | 49 | 1,190 sq ft | 100.0% | $218 |
| | Nov 1 2024 | $322,400 | 91 | 1,486 sq ft | 99.2% | $217 |
| | Oct 18 2024 | $197,000 | 42 | 997 sq ft | 99.7% | $198 |
| | Jun 8 2023 | $230,000 | 34 | 1,125 sq ft | 105.0% | $204 |
| | Apr 25 2023 | $205,000 | 78 | 2,256 sq ft | 95.4% | $91 |
| | Jul 11 2022 | $275,000 | 62 | 1,492 sq ft | 98.2% | $184 |
| | Apr 1 2021 | $116,000 | 34 | 1,158 sq ft | 105.5% | $100 |
| | Aug 13 2020 | $229,000 | 167 | 2,487 sq ft | 97.9% | $92 |
| | Feb 5 2020 | $8,000 | 366 | — | 80.0% | — |
| | Aug 23 2019 | $166,000 | 77 | 2,236 sq ft | 92.2% | $74 |
| | Apr 1 2019 | $126,600 | 41 | 1,253 sq ft | 97.5% | $101 |
| | Mar 11 2019 | $164,800 | 95 | 1,936 sq ft | 99.9% | $85 |
| | Feb 7 2019 | $155,000 | 178 | 1,492 sq ft | 96.9% | $104 |
| | Oct 27 2018 | $125,000 | 47 | 1,152 sq ft | 100.1% | $109 |
| | Apr 12 2018 | $118,000 | 145 | 1,250 sq ft | 91.1% | $94 |
| | Jun 26 2017 | $117,000 | 29 | 1,157 sq ft | 98.3% | $101 |
| | Dec 29 2016 | $115,500 | 66 | 1,388 sq ft | 96.3% | $83 |
| | Jun 27 2013 | $120,000 | 69 | 2,432 sq ft | 98.4% | $49 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Green Acres, Hickory
Green Acres median sale price is $249,000; Hickory is up 4.4%.
Below trend-line threshold — city median shown for context
The Green Acres real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 69 days. With 1 active listing and 1 home sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.
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