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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Neighborhood of Hickory, NC from $300 (12 Rentals)
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The Village at Catawba Ridge
1655 20th Ave DrHickory, NC 28601
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Hickory Trace Village Apartments
1250 5th St NEHickory, NC 28601
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1755 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Highland, Hickory, NC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Studio Apartments | $966 | $900 | $1,050 |
| Highland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,173 | $775 | $1,865 |
| Highland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,555 | $1,150 | $2,322 |
| Highland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $1,350 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Neighborhood of Hickory, NC.
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Cheapest Available Highland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland area of Hickory, NC is a Studio unit found at The Village at Catawba Ridge priced from $900. Eastside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Highland apartments for rent in Hickory, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Eastside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Hickory East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM TOWNHOME | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland, NC
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highland 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 Highland apartment is the B1 Two Bedroom / Two and a Half Bath Townhome w... Model at Landon Green Artisan Cottages starting at $1,955 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland 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 |
| Landon Green Artisan Cottages | B1 Two Bedroom / Two and a Half Bath Townhome w... | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
| Redwood Hickory | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Landings & Villas of Hickory | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Hickory East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Hickory Trace Village Apartments | Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bath - East | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Tapestry Homes | Paisley | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Eastside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Upgrade-Call For Availability | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
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Getting Around the Highland Neighborhood in Hickory, NC
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland is under $1,538.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland?
The cheapest apartment in Highland is Eastside which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Highland costs $1,652.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland?
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 2 regular apartments in Highland 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 Highland?
Cheap apartments in Highland have an average cost of $187 which is $1,465 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland.
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