Alexander County property record for 197 Michaels Gap Ln, Hickory, NC 28601
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,357 sqft · built 2010 |
| Lot Size | 0.39 acres (16,988 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $560,000 (Apr 2022) |
| Tax Bill | $3,307 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2020 Mortgage Apr 2022 Sale & Mortgage + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 0303696 05795 |
| Primary APN | 0303696 05795 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,357 sqft Living Area |
| Year Built | Built 2010 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2015 |
| Architectural Style | Conventional |
| Lot Area | 16,988 sqft (0.39 acres) |
| View / Lot | Waterfront / Beach |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | HVAC |
| Account Number | 9345752 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 197 MICHAELS GAP LN |
| City | HICKORY |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 28601-8560 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R20 |
| Legal Description | MAP 3705 SUBMAP 87 BLOCK 6284 (PIN) OFF SR 1280 LOT 2 0000 00 X 00 A-12 0364 |
| Legal Subdivision | THE CS ADKINS PROPERTY |
| Legal Block | 6284 |
| Legal Lot Number | 2 |
| Jurisdiction | ALEXANDER NC |
| Township / Civil Division | WITTENBURG |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3019 |
| Census Tract | 40700 |
197 Michaels Gap Ln is owned by two individuals who bought it in April 2022.
Source: Alexander County records, as of August 11, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 3131 MILHAVEN LAKE DR, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106-6392 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage CERTAINTY HOME LOANS LLC |
| Apr 8, 2022 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage RENASANT BANK |
| Dec 19, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit MISCELLANEOUS GOVT AGCY |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Apr 8, 2022 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Apr 8, 2022 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Dec 5, 2014 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 651 / 1211 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ALEXANDER NC |
| Property Address | 197 MICHAELS GAP LN, HICKORY, NC 28601-8560 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Aug 22, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0006321631 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 30, 2020 |
| Book Page | 632/1631 |
| Name | CERTAINTY HOME LOANS LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | PLANO, TX 75024 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Nov 1, 2050 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ALEXANDER NC |
| Recording Date | Apr 8, 2022 |
| Property Address | 197 MICHAELS GAP LN, HICKORY, NC 28601-8560 |
| Document Number | 0006511211 |
| Book / Page | 651 / 1211 |
| Map Reference | MB 2 PG 54-A |
| Instrument Date | Apr 7, 2022 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 22, 2022 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $1,120.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded by County |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 9210 TULLAMORE LN, 9210, LEWISVILLE, NC 27023-9868 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 3131 MILHAVEN LAKE DR, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106-6392 |
| Document Number | 0006511214 |
|---|---|
| Date | Apr 8, 2022 |
| Instrument | 651/1214 |
| Name | RENASANT BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | May 1, 2052 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ALEXANDER NC |
| Property Address | 197 MICHAELS GAP LN, HICKORY, NC 28601-8560 |
| Document Number | 0006131981 |
| Instrument Date | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 12, 2019 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 197 MICHAELS GAP LN HICKORY NC 28601, HICKORY, NC 28601 |
| Document Number | 0006131981 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jan 3, 2019 |
| Book Page | 000613/001981 |
| Name | MISCELLANEOUS GOVT AGCY |
|---|---|
| Address | WINSTON SALEM, NC 27114-6043 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|
The 2026 property tax bill for 197 Michaels Gap Ln was $3,307, up 1.3% from the year before.
Source: Alexander County assessment roll, as of August 11, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Alexander County |
| Unified School District | Alexander County Schools (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,307.00 (+1.29%) | $477,242 (+3.76%) Land $168,640 Building $308,602 | |
| 2025 | $3,265.00 | $459,966 Land $168,640 Building $291,326 | |
| 2023 | $3,831.00 | $459,966 Land $168,640 Building $291,326 | $477,242 Land $168,640 Building $308,602 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 197 Michaels Gap Ln in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 100 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective January 23, 2025 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 100 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 9 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (2013) |
| Most Recent Claim | May 2013 · rainfall accumulation |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 197 Michaels Gap Ln is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 94% of the US · lower than 96% of North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | ALEXANDER CO WTR DIST serves 13,064 people · EPA ID NC0102020 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from CITY OF HICKORY |
| Last State Inspection | Apr 2025 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 99 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 50 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Skyline Telephone.
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