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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 | $1,355 | $800 | $2,250 |
Hickory 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,731 | $1,350 | $2,400 |
Hickory 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC
Pricing Updated: 04/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $740 to $3,122 with an overall median price of $1,779. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Hickory Westmont at $775, Green Park at $775, and Oakwood Hillcrest 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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West Hickory Westmont | $1,525 | $775 | 20 |
Green Park | $1,600 | $775 | 44 |
Oakwood Hillcrest | $1,605 | $775 | 48 |
Highland | $1,652 | $775 | 67 |
Viewmont | $1,652 | $775 | 46 |
Outer City Of Hickory | $1,790 | $740 | 94 |
Downtown Hickory | $1,871 | $775 | 59 |
Ridgeview | $1,990 | $775 | 59 |
Claremont | $2,035 | $900 | 65 |
Kenworth | $2,072 | $775 | 62 |
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. Eastside in the Viewmont 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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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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC
As of April 25, 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 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 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 |
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 |
The Villas at Pebble Creek | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
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 |
The Legends | Davis | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Eastside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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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 $3,122. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hickory ranging from $390 to $4,400.
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 $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,829.
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