6836 George Hildebran School Rd, Hickory, NC 28602
About this home
26+ Acres on George Hildebran School Road — Hickory, NC Discover an exceptional opportunity with approximately 26.7 acres of beautiful, versatile land at 6836 George Hildebran School Road in Hickory, NC. Offering a combination of open acreage, wooded areas, and extensive paved-road exposure, this property presents exciting possibilities for a private estate, residential development, investment, or other uses permitted under Burke County's R-MU (Rural Mixed-Use) zoning. The property features a substantial open area along George Hildebran School Road, providing excellent visibility and convenient access. The gently rolling landscape transitions from open ground to mature woods, creating an attractive setting with plenty of room to envision homesites while retaining natural buffers and privacy. Public water is available, an especially valuable feature for a tract of this size. With no public sewer currently serving the property, residential development would be subject to septic and soil suitability approvals. R-MU zoning provides flexibility for a variety of potential residential and other permitted uses, and buyers interested in subdivision or development should confirm their intended use, density, access, and permitting requirements with Burke County. Whether you're searching for acreage to build a secluded home, land to hold for the future, or a tract with potential for multiple residential lots, this property deserves a closer look. Its combination of 26+ acres, public water availability, paved-road frontage, open and wooded land, and flexible R-MU zoning creates a compelling opportunity in the Hickory/Burke County area.
Sale and tax history for 6836 George Hildebran School Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4415511
Aug 29, 2026
Contingent
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Aug 17, 2026
Listed
$300,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$584
$87,794
2025
$584 (−0.7%)
$87,794
2024
$588
$87,794
2023
$588 (−6.6%)
$87,794
2022
$630
$78,216
2021
$630
$78,216
2020
$630
$78,216
2019
$630 (+2.6%)
$78,216
2018
$614 (+2.5%)
$76,216
2017
$598
$76,216
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
26.7 Acres
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Total Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Burke County
APN
21229
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
R-MU
Rural Mixed-Use District
The Rural Mixed-Use District (R-MU) district is intended to allow residential and non-residential development to occur with fewer restrictions in less urbanized areas of the county. The intended result is less conflict between adjacent property owners while maintaining the rural appearance of the area.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 17 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
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Historical weather
Hickory, NC • 28602
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in Hickory. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
6.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 6836 George Hildebran School Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $240,000 and $440,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $240K to $440K.