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HICKORY, KY 42051

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Graves County
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The HICKORY, KY real estate market (42051) currently shows 3 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 37 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 37 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 34.7% year-over-year, from $244,900 to $159,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 2,280  ·  Density: 16.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $75,439

Typical home value: $150,563  ·  Homeownership: 88.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇩ 40% vs 5 last year
Pending
2
67% pending ratio
Median Price
$159,900
⇩ 34.7% vs $244,900 last year
Average Price
$159,900
⇩ 33.4% vs $239,950 last year
Days on Market
37
⇩ 50.7% vs 75 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$112
⇩ 4.3% vs $117/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,432 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 37 now vs 75 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $159,900 (-34.7% YoY)
  • Average: $159,900 (-33.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 22.8 miles — 201 listings ($70,679,890 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
42051Hickory, KY 420510.0 mi2$256,000$128,000$128,000
42069Melber, KY 420697.8 mi4$1,072,600$287,400$268,150
42082Symsonia, KY 420829.0 mi6$1,624,398$267,050$270,733
42035Cunningham, KY 4203511.1 mi2$2,019,500$1,009,750$1,009,750
42001Paducah, KY 4200112.8 mi125$41,075,125$295,500$328,601
42086West Paducah, KY 4208617.1 mi7$2,799,314$378,675$399,902
42088Wingo, KY 4208817.5 mi7$1,281,525$181,250$183,075
42040Farmington, KY 4204017.8 mi3$839,850$279,950$279,950
42021Arlington, KY 4202119.8 mi5$817,335$143,950$163,467
42053Kevil, KY 4205321.3 mi11$7,701,584$303,650$700,144
42085Water Valley, KY 4208521.6 mi2$329,900$164,950$164,950
42044Gilbertsville, KY 4204422.2 mi22$9,332,884$387,400$424,222
42020Almo, KY 4202022.8 mi5$1,529,875$287,000$305,975

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HICKORY, KY 42051?

As of March 2026, there are 3 active listings in HICKORY, KY (zip code 42051), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HICKORY, KY 42051?

The median listing price in HICKORY, KY 42051 is $159,900 as of March 2026, a 34.7% decrease from $244,900 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in HICKORY, KY?

Homes in HICKORY, KY 42051 spend an average of 37 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 75 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HICKORY, KY 42051?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, HICKORY, KY 42051 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 37 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in HICKORY, KY?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HICKORY, KY 42051 save an estimated $3,198 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $159,900. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.