
$409,900 $223/sqft
5171 Butner Drive
Hickory, NC 28602
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,839 sqft · 1998 · 6 d ago
Jacobs View in Hickory has the feel of a well-kept mountain-view enclave where front porches, generous lots, and long sightlines do a lot of the talking.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Jacobs View, Hickory
Jacobs View in Hickory has the feel of a well-kept mountain-view enclave where front porches, generous lots, and long sightlines do a lot of the talking. Homes here often sit on level or gently rolling ground, and many of the streets carry a relaxed, established character that pairs easily with the scenic setting. The neighborhood’s most memorable trait is the way it balances everyday practicality with a little extra breathing room: attached garages are standard, yards are substantial, and several homes open to porches, decks, or screened outdoor spaces that make the most of the setting.
"Mountain views and roomy lots give Jacobs View its unmistakable sense of place."
The housing stock is almost entirely single-family, with most homes built from the mid-1990s through the early 2000s. Brick is a strong visual theme, often paired with vinyl accents, and many homes lean into classic ranch or 1.5-story layouts with open living areas, formal dining spaces, and main-level primary suites. Updated kitchens, hardwood floors, vaulted or cathedral ceilings, and fireplaces show up often, while basements appear in a smaller share of homes and add welcome flexibility where available. The overall impression is of a neighborhood that has been cared for and steadily improved over time rather than reinvented.
Daily life in Jacobs View revolves around the comforts of the home itself: covered porches, back decks, fenced yards, and the occasional pool or recreation room create plenty of ways to enjoy the property without leaving it. The surrounding Mountain View area adds convenience, with shopping, dining, and highway access close enough to keep errands simple. Views of the mountains and nearby pastureland give the neighborhood a more open, scenic feel than you might expect this close to town.
"It’s a place where updated interiors meet an easygoing, scenic setting."
Jacobs View sits in the Mountain View area of Hickory, with quick access to Hwy 321 and I-40 and easy connections to downtown Hickory. One active listing places the neighborhood about 10 minutes from downtown Hickory and 7 minutes from the mall, while other remarks reinforce the short drive to highways, shopping, and dining in the city. The community is served by Blackburn Elementary, Jacobs Fork Middle, and Fred T. Foard High School, which are consistently associated with the neighborhood in the listing remarks. That combination of a defined road-side setting, practical commute access, and familiar school assignments helps Jacobs View feel rooted and easy to navigate.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Hickory
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34 recently sold in Jacobs View, Hickory
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jul 8 2026 | $575,000 | 75 | 3,085 sq ft | 100.0% | $186 |
| | Oct 27 2025 | $350,000 | 116 | 1,680 sq ft | 97.2% | $208 |
| | Aug 24 2023 | $350,000 | 59 | 1,670 sq ft | 104.5% | $210 |
| | Mar 30 2023 | $350,000 | 43 | 2,030 sq ft | 100.0% | $172 |
| | Mar 11 2022 | $315,000 | 37 | 1,937 sq ft | 100.0% | $163 |
| | Feb 9 2022 | $408,000 | 34 | 2,375 sq ft | 102.0% | $172 |
| | Jun 30 2021 | $304,900 | 40 | 1,670 sq ft | 103.4% | $183 |
| | May 17 2021 | $300,500 | 47 | 1,804 sq ft | 103.7% | $167 |
| | May 5 2021 | $265,000 | 41 | 1,723 sq ft | 106.0% | $154 |
| | Dec 16 2020 | $233,000 | 111 | 1,906 sq ft | 94.8% | $122 |
| | Jun 11 2020 | $240,000 | 48 | 1,896 sq ft | 98.0% | $127 |
| | Oct 21 2019 | $300,000 | 46 | 2,582 sq ft | 100.0% | $116 |
| | May 6 2019 | $217,000 | 67 | 1,670 sq ft | 98.9% | $130 |
| | Mar 25 2019 | $280,000 | 35 | 2,375 sq ft | 101.8% | $118 |
| | Jul 2 2018 | $170,000 | 185 | 1,924 sq ft | 97.2% | $88 |
| | Jun 18 2018 | $222,500 | 41 | 1,732 sq ft | 98.9% | $128 |
| | Jun 15 2018 | $262,000 | 56 | 2,795 sq ft | 100.8% | $94 |
| | Jul 24 2017 | $217,500 | 94 | 1,710 sq ft | 100.0% | $127 |
| | Jun 15 2017 | $247,000 | 67 | 2,582 sq ft | 98.8% | $96 |
| | May 4 2017 | $204,000 | 31 | 1,989 sq ft | 102.1% | $103 |
| | Dec 14 2016 | $205,000 | 50 | 1,772 sq ft | 97.7% | $116 |
| | Aug 1 2016 | $231,900 | 73 | 2,347 sq ft | 98.7% | $99 |
| | Aug 1 2016 | $231,900 | 84 | 2,348 sq ft | 98.7% | $99 |
| | Jul 7 2016 | $194,300 | 82 | 2,030 sq ft | 97.2% | $96 |
| | Jun 22 2016 | $205,000 | 69 | 1,793 sq ft | 93.2% | $114 |
| | Jun 22 2016 | $205,000 | 69 | 1,793 sq ft | 93.2% | $114 |
| | Jan 28 2016 | $150,000 | 73 | 1,918 sq ft | 100.0% | $78 |
| | Jan 8 2016 | $162,500 | 71 | 1,697 sq ft | 102.3% | $96 |
| | Aug 14 2014 | $175,000 | 85 | 1,747 sq ft | 97.3% | $100 |
| | Aug 14 2014 | $175,000 | 87 | 1,747 sq ft | 97.3% | $100 |
| | Nov 14 2013 | $230,000 | 210 | 2,348 sq ft | 96.4% | $98 |
| | Nov 13 2013 | $230,000 | 209 | 2,395 sq ft | 96.4% | $96 |
| | Jun 26 2013 | $201,500 | 78 | 3,131 sq ft | 100.0% | $64 |
| | Jan 6 2012 | $144,000 | 106 | 1,854 sq ft | 96.1% | $78 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Jacobs View, Hickory
Jacobs View median sale price is $304,900; Hickory is up 6.0%.
Below trend-line threshold — city median shown for context
The Jacobs View real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 69 days. With 2 active listings and 2 homes sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.