28658 — Newton, NC Home Values
Typical home value $257,978 as of August 2026 · 13th of 21 in Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28658, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28658 compares in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area
ZIP code 28658 (Newton, NC) has a typical home value of $257,978 as of August 2026, ranking 13th of 21 ZIP codes tracked in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area, more expensive than about 43% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +1.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +32.0%, from $195,413 in August 2021 to $257,978 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 15.3× the annual rent ($1,403/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Hickory.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28658 has a population of 25,681, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 70% White, 12% Hispanic or Latino, 8.6% Black or African American, 5.4% two or more races, 3.3% Asian, 0.5% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Newton Elementary | 306 West I Street, Newton, NC | 1.3 mi |
| Startown Elementary | 4119 Startown Road, Newton, NC | 1.9 mi |
| Newton-Conover High | 338 W 15th Street, Newton, NC | 2.8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 28658?
$257,978 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28658 an expensive ZIP code in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area?
28658 ranks 13th of 21 ZIP codes in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 43% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28658 changed over the past year?
+1.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 28658?
The typical home price is 15.3× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,403/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 28658?
25,681, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28658?
South Newton Elementary (1.3 mi), Startown Elementary (1.9 mi), Newton-Conover High (2.8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 28658?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.