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The Village at Catawba Ridge
1655 20th Ave DrHickory, NC 28601
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Waterford Place Apartments
4000 N Center StHickory, NC 28601
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Hickory Trace Village Apartments
1250 5th St NEHickory, NC 28601
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Landings & Villas of Hickory
1830 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Huntington Park Apartments
1207 NE 21st AveHickory, NC 28601
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Apartments on 20th
1755 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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The Fields Conover
1011 County Home RdConover, NC 28613
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Hickory, NC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hickory?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hickory Studio Apartments | $966 | $900 | $1,050 |
| Cheap Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,278 | $740 | $2,354 |
| Cheap Hickory 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $945 | $2,763 |
| Cheap Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $1,250 | $2,942 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $740 to $2,942 with an overall median price of $1,755. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Green Park at $775, Downtown Hickory at $775, and Highland at $775. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hickory Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Park | $1,719 | $775 | 2957 |
| Downtown Hickory | $1,750 | $775 | 3716 |
| Highland | $1,750 | $775 | 5066 |
| Kenworth | $1,750 | $775 | 3411 |
| Oakwood Hillcrest | $1,750 | $775 | 3034 |
| Outer City Of Hickory | $1,750 | $740 | 5993 |
| Ridgeview | $1,750 | $775 | 3275 |
| Viewmont | $1,750 | $775 | 3381 |
| West Hickory Westmont | $1,750 | $775 | 1865 |
| Claremont | $1,831 | $900 | 3560 |
Cheapest Available Hickory Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Hickory, NC is a Studio unit found at The Village at Catawba Ridge in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood priced from $900. Landings & Villas of Hickory in the Viewmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $945. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hickory apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Landings & Villas of Hickory | 2X2 - Low Income | 2BR,2BA | $945 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | ONE BEDROOM GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hickory area is the $1.33 price per square foot B1 Two Bedroom / Two and a Half Bath Townhome w... Model at Landon Green Artisan Cottages in the in the Viewmont neighborhood starting from $1,955. The second greatest value Hickory apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Cedar Rock starting at $1,650 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Viewmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hickory apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Landon Green Artisan Cottages | B1 Two Bedroom / Two and a Half Bath Townhome w... | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
| Cedar Rock | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Apartments on 20th | Cedar Rock 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| The Estates | 2 Bedroom Deck - The Estates at Legends | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Landings & Villas of Hickory | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Hickory Trace Village Apartments | Two Bedroom - West | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| The Legends | Dean | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 438 3rd Ave SW, Unit A | 438 3rd Ave SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | ONE BEDROOM GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Hickory Overview
If you are looking for a beautiful town to call home, then you may be thinking about living in Hickory, North Carolina. This is a city that is located not too far away from Charlotte, North Carolina. It is also located relatively close to the mountains. If you are looking for apartments in Hickory, North Carolina, you may have realized that the cost of living is relatively low. At the same time, you also need to think carefully about which Hickory apartments are going to work best for you. What do you need to know about living in Hickory, North Carolina? Take a look at some important points below, and remember to reach out to a professional who can help you find the best apartments to meet your needs.á
Why live in Hickory, NC?
There are a number of reasons why people decide to live in Hickory, North Carolina. First, traffic is relatively light in the local area. A lot of people who live in Hickory used to live in Charlotte. As the traffic gets heavier in Charlotte, more and more people are moving to Hickory, North Carolina. Second, the cost of living is also very low. Money tends to go a long way in Hickory, North Carolina. Finally, there are also lots of great job opportunities. Regardless of whether someone is working in technology, Finance, or Healthcare, there are job opportunities available in Hickory, North Carolina.á
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Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hickory Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hickory?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hickory is under $1,255.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hickory?
The cheapest apartment in Hickory is Huntington Park Apartments which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Hickory costs $1,755.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hickory?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 576 regular apartments in Hickory that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hickory?
Cheap apartments in Hickory have an average cost of $107 which is $1,648 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hickory.
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