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Hickory, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC

Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $740 to $2,942 with an overall median price of $1,745. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Green Park at $775, Claremont at $900, and Downtown Hickory at $775. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hickory Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Green Park$1,706$7753079
Claremont$1,750$9003577
Downtown Hickory$1,750$7753677
Highland$1,750$7755058
Kenworth$1,750$7753502
Oakwood Hillcrest$1,750$7753026
Outer City Of Hickory$1,750$7406005
Ridgeview$1,750$7753366
Viewmont$1,750$7753373
West Hickory Westmont$1,750$7751806

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Village at Catawba RidgeStudio Standard-Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$900
Landings & Villas of Hickory2X2 - Low Income2BR,2BA$945
Huntington Park ApartmentsONE BEDROOM GARDEN1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC

As of March 25, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Landon Green Artisan CottagesB1 Two Bedroom / Two and a Half Bath Townhome w...2BR,2.5BA$1.33
Cedar Rock2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Apartments on 20thCedar Rock 2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Landings & Villas of Hickory3X23BR,2BA$1.39
Hickory East2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.17
The LegendsDavis2BR,1BA$1.32
Hickory Trace Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - West2BR,2BA$1.38
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.23
438 3rd Ave SW, Unit A438 3rd Ave SW1BR,1BA$1.45
Huntington Park ApartmentsONE BEDROOM GARDEN1BR,1BA$1.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hickory

What type of rentals are currently available in Hickory?

There are currently 137 Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC with pricing that ranges from $740 to $2,942. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hickory ranging from $390 to $3,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hickory?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hickory ranges from $390 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,790.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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