
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC (45 Rentals)


Hickory Trace Village Apartments

29 North

One North Center

Preston Ridge

The Village at Catawba Ridge

The Legends

Hawk's Landing

The Villas at Pebble Creek

The Gates at Highland apartment homes
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Hickory East

The Estates

Argyle Place

The Abbey

Waterford Place Apartments

1231 15th Ave NW

426 2nd Ave SE
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420 10th Ave Dr NE
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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 |
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Hickory Studio Apartments | $1,135 | $975 | $1,500 |
Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $900 | $2,636 |
Hickory 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,634 | $950 | $3,232 |
Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,916 | $1,370 | $3,330 |
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Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 03, 2025There are currently 64 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Hickory, NC that range in price from $900 to $2,636. 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 |
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Outer City Of Hickory | 18 | $1,349 | $900 |
Highland | 9 | $1,100 | $929 |
Viewmont | 9 | $1,112 | $929 |
Claremont | 7 | $1,137 | $929 |
Kenworth | 4 | $1,307 | $929 |
Ridgeview | 4 | $1,220 | $900 |
Downtown Hickory | 3 | $999 | $900 |
Green Park | 3 | $994 | $900 |
Oakwood Hillcrest | 3 | $1,049 | $900 |
West Hickory Westmont | 3 | $994 | $900 |
Largest Available Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is found at The Village at Catawba Ridge in the Viewmont neighborhood and is 900 square feet priced from $1,099. The Estates in the Kenworth neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 890 square feet and currently listed start at $1,485. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Hickory:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Village at Catawba Ridge | 1x1 Standard-Call For Availability | 900 Sq Ft | $1,099 |
The Estates | A2- 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - The Estates at Legends | 890 Sq Ft | $1,485 |
Preston Ridge | 1C.1 One Bedroom / One Bath The Birdsong 2 Cor... | 787 Sq Ft | $1,447 |
Creekside Apartments | The Reed | 780 Sq Ft | $1,258 |
The Legends | Eastwood | 730 Sq Ft | $1,232 |
Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 544 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
Cheapest Available Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 03, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is the 1x1 Standard-Call For Availability Model starting from $1,099 at The Village at Catawba Ridge in the Viewmont neighborhood. The second most affordable Hickory 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Oakwood Apartments starting at $1,100 in the Outer City Of Hickory neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Hickory is currently $1,361. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Hickory:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Village at Catawba Ridge | 1x1 Standard-Call For Availability | $1,099 |
Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,100 |
The Legends | Eastwood | $1,232 |
Creekside Apartments | The Reed | $1,258 |
Preston Ridge | 1A.2 One Bedroom / One Bath The Brewer 3 Terra... | $1,356 |
The Estates | A2- 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - The Estates at Legends | $1,485 |
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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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Getting Around Hickory, NC
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 The Village at Catawba Ridge listed at $1,099.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Hickory Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Hickory is $1,361.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Hickory Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hickory is a 900 square feet unit starting from $1,099 at The Village at Catawba Ridge.
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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