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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hickory?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $740 | $2,357 |
Cheap Hickory 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $1,050 | $2,670 |
Cheap Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $1,250 | $2,864 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC
Pricing Updated: 02/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $740 to $2,864 with an overall median price of $1,750. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Claremont at $929, Downtown Hickory at $775, and Green Park 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 |
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Claremont | $1,750 | $929 | 4354 |
Downtown Hickory | $1,750 | $775 | 4140 |
Green Park | $1,750 | $775 | 3569 |
Highland | $1,750 | $775 | 3962 |
Kenworth | $1,750 | $775 | 3947 |
Oakwood Hillcrest | $1,750 | $775 | 3923 |
Outer City Of Hickory | $1,750 | $740 | 5111 |
Ridgeview | $1,750 | $775 | 3942 |
Viewmont | $1,750 | $775 | 3447 |
West Hickory Westmont | $1,750 | $775 | 2069 |
Cheapest Available Hickory Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hickory, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Eastside in the Viewmont neighborhood priced from $1,000. Apartments on 20th in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. 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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Eastside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Waterside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Argyle Place | The Carlisle | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hickory area is the $1.20 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Cedar Rock in the in the Viewmont neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Hickory apartment is the Forestwood Model at Redwood Hickory starting at $1,799 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Outer City Of Hickory 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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Cedar Rock | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Redwood Hickory | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Laurel Forest | The Maplewood | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
224 28th Avenue Pl NE, Unit B | 224 28th Avenue Pl NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Catawba Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Hickory East | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
Landings & Villas of Hickory | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Hickory Trace Village Apartments | Two Bedroom - West | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM GARDEN | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
The Legends | Dean | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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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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Getting Around Hickory, NC
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
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hickory Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hickory Apartment is $1,000 at Eastside.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hickory Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hickory is starting from $1,200 at Hickory East.
What is the most affordable Hickory Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hickory Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Huntington Park Apartments and starts from $1,550.
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