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3228 Sutton Ln

213 Lineberger Rd

2325 15th St NE

437 10th Ave Pl NE

2320 Shade Tree St

206 W 15th St

1063 3rd St SE

1311 County Home Rd

1335 12th St Dr NW
Hickory, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hickory?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hickory 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,308 | $1,045 | $2,250 |
Hickory 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,651 | $1,350 | $2,500 |
Hickory 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,772 | $1,595 | $3,950 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC
Pricing Updated: 04/03/2025Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $740 to $2,942 with an overall median price of $1,744. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Green Park at $775, Oakwood Hillcrest at $775, and Claremont at $900. 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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Green Park | $1,722 | $775 | 60 |
Oakwood Hillcrest | $1,722 | $775 | 67 |
Claremont | $1,750 | $900 | 83 |
Downtown Hickory | $1,750 | $775 | 77 |
Highland | $1,750 | $775 | 114 |
Kenworth | $1,750 | $775 | 77 |
Outer City Of Hickory | $1,750 | $740 | 147 |
Ridgeview | $1,750 | $775 | 73 |
Viewmont | $1,750 | $775 | 62 |
West Hickory Westmont | $1,750 | $775 | 29 |
Cheapest Available Hickory Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hickory, NC is a Studio unit found at Oakwood Apartments in the Outer City Of Hickory neighborhood priced from $850. The Village at Catawba Ridge in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. 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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Oakwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Creekside Apartments | The Reed | 1BR,1BA | $1,103 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC
As of April 04, 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 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at The Villas at Pebble Creek starting at $1,310 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Oakwood Hillcrest 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 |
The Villas at Pebble Creek | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Apartments on 20th | Catawba Place 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Catawba Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Landings & Villas of Hickory | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Hickory East | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM TOWNHOME | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
312 2nd Ave NW, Unit #2 | 312 2nd Ave NW | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Hickory Trace Village Apartments | Two Bedroom - West | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
438 3rd Ave SW, Unit A | 438 3rd Ave SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hickory
What type of rentals are currently available in Hickory?
There are currently 136 Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC with pricing that ranges from $740 to $2,942. There are also 39 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 $1,508.
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
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.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.