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2778 2nd St NE

HickoryNC28601

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414 11th St SW
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414 11th St SW

414 11th St SWHickory, NC 28602
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233 14th St SW
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233 14th St SW

233 14th St SWHickory, NC 28602
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408 17th Ave
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408 17th Ave

408 17th AveHickory, NC 28601
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Sunny Valley
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Sunny Valley

98 3rd Ave SEHickory, NC 28602
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1090 7th Ave NW
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1090 7th Ave NW

1090 7th Ave NWHickory, NC 28601
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460 14th Ave NE
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460 14th Ave NE

460 14th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Lutherhaus
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Lutherhaus

720 7th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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480 13th Ave NE
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480 13th Ave NE

480 13th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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456 2nd St Pl SW
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456 2nd St Pl SW

456 2nd St Pl SWHickory, NC 28602

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381 20th Ave NE
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381 20th Ave NE

381 20th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Cedar Rock
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Cedar Rock

1941 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Viewmont Square
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Viewmont Square

1420 4th Street Dr NWHickory, NC 28601
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1017 10th Ave NE
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1017 10th Ave NE

1017 10th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Center Crossing
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Center Crossing

105 S Center StHickory, NC 28602
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Hickory Square
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Hickory Square

1820 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Hilltop Apartments
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Hilltop Apartments

151 18th StHickory, NC 28601
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Quail Ridge Apartments
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Quail Ridge Apartments

333 10th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Creekside Apartments
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Creekside Apartments

1227 10th Street Blvd NWHickory, NC 28601
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Eastside
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Eastside

1960 16th St NEHickory, NC 28601
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Waterside
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Waterside

1930 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Solista Hickory
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Solista Hickory

915 29th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Lodge at Hickory
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Lodge at Hickory

1186 4th Street Ct SWHickory, NC 28602
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1215 8th St NE
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1215 8th St NE

1215 8th St NEHickory, NC 28601
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Villas of Hickory
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Villas of Hickory

1866 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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The Lodge at Hickory
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The Lodge at Hickory

1186 4th Street Dr SWHickory, NC 28601
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Woodland Manor
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Woodland Manor

1790 3rd Ave NWHickory, NC 28601
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Hickory, NC Local Guide

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Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 12, 2025

There are currently 91 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Hickory, NC that range in price from $795 to $2,340. Outer City Of Hickory, Viewmont and Highland 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:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer City Of Hickory17$1,167$795
Viewmont13$1,149$850
Highland12$1,149$850
Claremont11$1,149$929
Oakwood Hillcrest7$1,099$850
Downtown Hickory6$1,099$850
Kenworth6$1,282$850
Green Park5$1,099$850
Ridgeview5$1,149$850
Forest Hills4$1,099$929

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 $1,150. The Villas at Pebble Creek has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $1,185. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Hickory:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Village at Catawba Ridge1x1 Standard-Call For Availability900 Sq Ft$1,150
The Villas at Pebble Creek1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom900 Sq Ft$1,185
The LegendsMonroe807 Sq Ft$1,357
Hickory Trace Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom East - End Unit760 Sq Ft$1,099
Apartments on 20thWaterside 1 Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,100
Waterside1 Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,100
Huntington Park ApartmentsONE BEDROOM GARDEN723 Sq Ft$999
29 NorthA1715 Sq Ft$1,345
Preston Ridge1A.1 One Bedroom / One Bath The Brewer 2 Corne...712 Sq Ft$1,356

Cheapest Available Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 12, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is the One Bedroom Model starting from $488 at Viewmont Square in the Lakeland neighborhood. The second most affordable Hickory 1 Bedroom is the ONE BEDROOM GARDEN Model at Huntington Park Apartments starting at $999 in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Hickory is currently $1,249. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Hickory:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Viewmont SquareOne Bedroom$488
Huntington Park ApartmentsONE BEDROOM GARDEN$999
Eastside1 Bedroom$1,000
Apartments on 20thEastside 1 Bedroom$1,000
Hickory Trace Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom East - Center Unit$1,099
Waterside1 Bedroom$1,100
The Village at Catawba Ridge1x1 Standard-Call For Availability$1,150
The Villas at Pebble Creek1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$1,185
Preston Ridge1A.1 One Bedroom / One Bath The Brewer 2 Corne...$1,356
The LegendsMonroe$1,357

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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

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 Viewmont Square listed at $488.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Hickory Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Hickory is $1,249.

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 $1,150 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 745 sq ft.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.