
$300,000 $149/sqft
3233 26th Street
Hickory, NC 28601
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,017 sqft · 1972 · DOM: 32 d
Eastwood in northeast Hickory has the feel of an established brick-home neighborhood where mature lots, practical floor plans, and long-settled streets set the tone.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Eastwood, Hickory
Eastwood in northeast Hickory has the feel of an established brick-home neighborhood where mature lots, practical floor plans, and long-settled streets set the tone. Many homes here were built in the late 1960s through the early 1970s, and that era shows in the ranch profiles, split-level layouts, and easy single-family footprints that still work well today. The setting is straightforward and familiar, with level yards, broad driveways on some homes, and a strong emphasis on everyday livability.
"Eastwood pairs classic Hickory curb appeal with the kind of homes that are easy to settle into."
Brick is a defining exterior material here, and many homes feature brick exteriors paired with vinyl siding or other low-maintenance finishes. Ranch homes are especially common, though split-level plans and a few newer infill-style properties also appear. Interiors often lean functional and updated, with remodeled kitchens, laminate or hardwood flooring, sunrooms, finished basements, and bonus spaces that can flex for storage, hobbies, or a den. Lot sizes are comfortably proportioned for the area, averaging just over 0.4 acres, and the yards tend to feel usable rather than ornamental. Fenced backyards, patios, decks, outbuildings, and occasional workshop space add to the practical character.
Eastwood’s daily rhythm is shaped less by formal amenities and more by the way homes open to the outdoors. Several listings highlight fenced yards, covered decks, storage sheds, and outbuildings, while others mention sunrooms, carports, or basement rec rooms that expand the living space. Outdoor features are a real part of the appeal here, especially where level lots make maintenance easier and backyard space more versatile. A few homes include pools, which adds a welcome seasonal bonus, and basement space shows up often enough to give the neighborhood extra room for storage or recreation.
"This is a neighborhood where the house itself does most of the talking, from brick exteriors to backyard space."
Eastwood sits in NE Hickory, with public remarks pointing to convenient access to local amenities, Viewmont, Interstate 40, and Newton. It is also described as being close to shopping, restaurants, grocery stores, and Lake Hickory, with Kool Park pool nearby for summer recreation. School assignments commonly reference Snow Creek Elementary, Arndt Middle, and St. Stephens High, placing the neighborhood in a familiar Hickory school pattern. For buyers who want a well-located part of town with established streets and straightforward access to everyday destinations, Eastwood keeps the focus on convenience and classic neighborhood living.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Hickory
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Eastwood median sale price is $261,100; Hickory is up 6.0%.
The Eastwood real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 66 days. With 0 active listings and 6 homes sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.