
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC (61 Rentals)


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Hickory Trace Village Apartments

29 North

The Legends

Preston Ridge

The Village at Catawba Ridge

Quail Ridge Apartments

Hawks Landing

The Villas at Pebble Creek

BellaAge Hickory
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Hickory East

The Estates

Argyle Place

Huntington Park Apartments

The Abbey

230 13th Ave Pl NW

525 12th St SW

420 10th Ave Dr NE

4864 Midway Sand Rd
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Waterside at Catawba Ridge

Waterford Place Apartments

Cedar Rock

635 Cemetery Loop

414 11th St SW

233 14th St SW

408 17th Ave

Sunny Valley

1090 7th Ave NW

460 14th Ave NE
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Lutherhaus

480 13th Ave NE

456 2nd St Pl SW

381 20th Ave NE

810 10th Street Blvd NW

386 17th Ave NE

222 9th Avenue Dr NE

FoxRidge Apartments

1017 10th Ave NE

Hickory Square
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Hilltop Apartments

Center Crossing

Eastside

Waterside

Creekside Apartments

Solista Hickory

1215 8th St NE

Villas of Hickory

The Lodge at Hickory

Woodland Manor
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Hickory, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hickory?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Studio Apartments | $1,043 | $900 | $1,175 |
Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $650 | $3,071 |
| Hickory 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $880 | $3,804 |
| Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $1,350 | $2,860 |
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Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: June 05, 2026There are currently 369 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Hickory, NC that range in price from $650 to $3,071. Outer City Of Hickory, Highland and Viewmont are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Hickory with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer City Of Hickory | 42 | $1,425 | $650 |
| Highland | 36 | $1,388 | $650 |
| Viewmont | 36 | $1,388 | $650 |
| Claremont | 34 | $1,388 | $650 |
| Forest Hills | 29 | $2,006 | $650 |
| Lakeland | 29 | $2,006 | $650 |
| Kenworth | 28 | $1,695 | $650 |
| Downtown Hickory | 27 | $2,148 | $650 |
| Green Park | 27 | $2,158 | $650 |
| Oakwood Hillcrest | 27 | $1,874 | $650 |
Largest Available Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is found at BellaAge Hickory in the Lakeland neighborhood and is 1,112 square feet priced from $2,911. The Village at Catawba Ridge in the Viewmont neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $1,175. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Hickory:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BellaAge Hickory | The Lookout | 1,112 Sq Ft | $2,911 |
| The Village at Catawba Ridge | 1x1 Standard-Call For Availability | 900 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 808 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
| The Legends | Monroe | 807 Sq Ft | $1,261 |
| Preston Ridge | The Birdsong - Elevated | 787 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Creekside Apartments | The Reed | 780 Sq Ft | $1,256 |
| Apartments on 20th | Waterside 1 Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Waterside | 1 Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| One North Center | The Union | 728 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| 29 North | Hickory Signature | 715 Sq Ft | $1,285 |
Cheapest Available Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 05, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,000 at Eastside in the Viewmont neighborhood. The second most affordable Hickory 1 Bedroom is the Eastside 1 Bedroom Model at Apartments on 20th starting at $1,000 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Hickory is currently $1,608. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Hickory:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Eastside | 1 Bedroom | $1,000 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | $1,000 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,095 |
| Waterside | 1 Bedroom | $1,100 |
| The Village at Catawba Ridge | 1x1 Standard-Call For Availability | $1,175 |
| Creekside Apartments | The Reed | $1,256 |
| 29 North | Hickory | $1,285 |
| Preston Ridge | The Brewer | $1,422 |
| One North Center | The Union | $1,695 |
| BellaAge Hickory | The James | $2,138 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Hickory Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Hickory with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Hickory is at Eastside listed at $1,000.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Hickory Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Hickory is $1,608.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Hickory Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hickory is a 1,112 square feet unit starting from $2,911 at BellaAge Hickory.
What is the average size for Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Hickory is currently 0 sq ft.
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