Discover tranquility in this Bethlehem gem—a 3-bed, 2-bath home on a level 2-acre lot. Enjoy a spacious primary suite, abundant natural light from new living room windows, and endless outdoor potential. Perfect for gatherings and relaxation, with the added bonus of an above-ground pool and partial fence installed. There is a barn that can be restore! Don't miss out—call now to schedule your showing before it's gone!
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
2 acresLot Size
$192Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Claudia Vargas• RE/MAX Legendary
Contact: claumvargas@hotmail.com
Bought with Becky Ortiz• Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Landmark Prop
Come check out this renovated 3BR, 2BA home w/basement nestled on 2 acres in Bethlehem community. Updates include new stailess steel refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, windows, interior & exterior paint, HVAC & more! Sit on the patio & overlook your spacious backyard that comes with a barn! 2 new garage doors & plenty of workshop space with the unfinished basement. Unique find, won't last long!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3564103
Dec 12, 2019
Sold
$42,500
$23/sq ft
Oct 30, 2019
Contingent
—
Oct 28, 2019
Listed
$55,000
$29/sq ft
+3
Cash only on this 2 BR/1 BA, brick ranch with basement in Bethlehem community nestled on approx 2 acres. The previous owners attempted to add a possible 3rd bedroom. There is a propane gas heating system but propane tank has been removed by the gas company. Living room with fireplace & eat-in kitchen. Laundry hookups are located in the basement. Lots of possibilities. Call today for your private showing.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1
Jun 8, 2019
Price Changed
$99,900
$53/sq ft
May 29, 2019
Price Changed
$112,900
$60/sq ft
Apr 4, 2019
Price Changed
$129,000
$69/sq ft
Feb 7, 2019
Price Changed
$114,900
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,083 (+2.5%)
$31,350 + $261,965
$293,315
2024
$2,033 (−10.5%)
$31,350 + $261,965
$293,315
2023
$2,271 (+27.9%)
$31,350 + $261,965
$293,315
2022
$1,775
$31,350 + $287,188
$318,538
2021
$1,775 (+273.6%)
$27,500 + $185,635
$213,135
2019
$475 (−44.5%)
$27,500 + $76,743
$104,243
2018
$856
$27,500 + $76,743
$104,243
2017
$856
$27,500 + $76,743
$104,243
2016
$855
$27,500 + $76,743
$104,243
2015
$855 (+14.5%)
$27,500 + $76,743
$104,243
2014
$747
$27,500 + $80,306
$107,806
Tax history for 340 Telephone Exchange Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,083 (+2.5%)
$31,350 + $261,965
$293,315
2024
$2,033 (−10.5%)
$31,350 + $261,965
$293,315
2023
$2,271 (+27.9%)
$31,350 + $261,965
$293,315
2022
$1,775
$31,350 + $287,188
$318,538
2021
$1,775 (+273.6%)
$27,500 + $185,635
$213,135
2019
$475 (−44.5%)
$27,500 + $76,743
$104,243
2018
$856
$27,500 + $76,743
$104,243
2017
$856
$27,500 + $76,743
$104,243
2016
$855
$27,500 + $76,743
$104,243
2015
$855 (+14.5%)
$27,500 + $76,743
$104,243
2014
$747
$27,500 + $80,306
$107,806
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,556
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alexander County
APN
0014244
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
RA-20
Residential - Agricultural District
The RA-20 residential district is established as a district in which the principal use of the land is for low-density residential and agricultural purposes including single-family dwellings, two-family dwellings (individual), individual manufactured homes, and related uses necessary for a sound neighborhood. Group housing developments in the form of multiple-family dwellings, condominiums, two-family dwellings, townhouses and manufactured home parks are permitted subject to the granting of a special use permit by the Board of Commissioners. The regulations for this district are designed to stabilize and encourage a healthful environment for family life in areas where neither public nor community water or sewer facilities are available.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational / school
Golf related
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Pastureland
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Basement, Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Basement Garage Door
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Central Air
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 1,074
Sq. Ft. Unheated Basement: 1,074
Interior Features
Room Count: 3
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Vinyl
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Zoning Specification: RA-20
Land Information
Land Included Y/N: 1
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Bethlehem
Middle Or Junior High School: West Alexander
High School: Alexander Central
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,556
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Alexander County
APN: 0014244
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1882
Living Area: 1882
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,882
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1882
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Bethlehem Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
West Alexander Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
9/10
Alexander Central High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 9.0mi
4/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Hickory, NC • 28601
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
47
27
55
34
69
44
76
52
77
57
86
66
89
71
80
66
81
60
71
51
63
43
51
33
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$345,000 – $417,000
Sell confidently with a local market expert in Hickory. 3 minutes to get started.