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

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Landings & Villas of Hickory
$1,500
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$1,230 - $1,480
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$20

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$1,250 - $1,500
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Landings & Villas of Hickory

1830 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Highland Commons
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$1,400
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$1,160 - $1,310
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$90

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$1,250 - $1,400
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Highland Commons

445 11th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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1629 Oak Leaf
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1629 Oak Leaf

1629 Oak LeafHickory, NC 28601

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420 4th St SE
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420 4th St SE

420 4th St SEHickory, NC 28602
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425 8th St
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425 8th St

425 8th StHickory, NC 28602
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452 8th Ave SE
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452 8th Ave SE

452 8th Ave SEHickory, NC 28602
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707 NE 4th Ave
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707 NE 4th Ave

707 NE 4th AveHickory, NC 28602
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Cedar Rock
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Cedar Rock

1941 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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Creekside Apartments
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Creekside Apartments

1227 10th Street Blvd NWHickory, NC 28601
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707 4th Ave NE
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707 4th Ave NE

707 4th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Civitan Courts
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Civitan Courts

405 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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The Lodge at Hickory
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The Lodge at Hickory

1186 4th Street Ct SWHickory, NC 28602
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Catawba Landing
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Catawba Landing

2160 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601

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Bradbury Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Bradbury Apartments

2901 Old Conover Startown RdNewton, NC 28658

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Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 22, 2026

There are currently 23 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in Hickory, NC neighborhoods that range in price from $1,199 to $2,175. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Hickory with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer City Of Hickory22$1,637$1,199
Highland1$1,900$1,900

Largest Available Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is found at Legacy Homes Townhomes in the Outer City Of Hickory neighborhood and is 1,800 square feet priced from $1,800. Tapestry Homes has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,456 square feet and currently listed start at $1,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Hickory:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Legacy Homes TownhomesThe Haven - Inside Unit1,800 Sq Ft$1,800
Tapestry Homes3BR/2.0BA1,456 Sq Ft$1,600
The Estates3 Bedroom Sunroom - The Estates at Legends1,446 Sq Ft$1,679
The LegendsDuke1,371 Sq Ft$1,614
Preston Ridge3A Three Bedroom / Two Bath The Lynnwood (Phase...1,295 Sq FtCall for Rates
Creekside ApartmentsThe Ivy1,200 Sq Ft$1,520
The Gates at Highland apartment homesThe Highlander1,192 Sq Ft$1,550
Hawks LandingThe Pinnacle1,173 Sq Ft$1,728

Cheapest Available Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 22, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Partially Remodeled Model starting from $1,400 at Highland Commons in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood. The second most affordable Hickory 3 Bedroom is the 3X2 Model at Landings & Villas of Hickory starting at $1,500 in the Viewmont neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Hickory is currently $1,738. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Hickory:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Highland Commons3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Partially Remodeled$1,400
Landings & Villas of Hickory3X2$1,500
Creekside ApartmentsThe Ivy$1,520
The Gates at Highland apartment homesThe Highlander$1,550
Tapestry Homes3BR/2.0BA$1,600
The LegendsDuke$1,614
The Estates3 Bedroom Sunroom - The Estates at Legends$1,679
Hawks LandingThe Pinnacle$1,728
Legacy Homes TownhomesThe Haven - Inside Unit$1,800
Preston Ridge3A Three Bedroom / Two Bath The Lynwood (Phase ...$1,848

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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 3 Bedroom Hickory Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Hickory with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Hickory is at Highland Commons listed at $1,400.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Hickory Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Hickory is $1,738.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Hickory Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hickory is a 1,800 square feet unit starting from $1,800 at Legacy Homes Townhomes.

What is the average size for Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Hickory is currently 1,479 sq ft.

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