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property at 426 2nd St SW

$1,550

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$1,550
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$1,550

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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426 2nd St SW

HickoryNC28602
property at 1216 12th St NE

$1,650

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$1,650
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$1,650

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1216 12th St NE

HickoryNC28601
property at 1339 5th St NE

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1339 5th St NE

HickoryNC28601
property at 4198 Pickering Dr

$2,100

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$2,100
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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4198 Pickering Dr

HickoryNC28602

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property at 5694 Claridge Dr

$2,150

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$2,150
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$2,150

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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5694 Claridge Dr

HickoryNC28602

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property at 1340 12th St NE

$1,500

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$1,500
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$1,500

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1340 12th St NE

HickoryNC28601
property at 2753 34th St Pl NE

$1,575

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$1,575
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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2753 34th St Pl NE

HickoryNC28601

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property at 403 15th Ave SW

$1,495

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403 15th Ave SW, Unit A

403 15th Ave SW
HickoryNC28602
property at 403 15th Ave SW

$1,495

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403 15th Ave SW, Unit B

403 15th Ave SW
HickoryNC28602
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Waterford Place

4000 N Center StHickory, 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

425 8th StHickory, NC 28602

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 08, 2026

There are currently 72 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Hickory, NC that range in price from $1,325 to $2,860. Outer City Of Hickory, Claremont and Highland are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Hickory with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer City Of Hickory10$1,700$1,325
Claremont8$1,595$1,325
Highland8$1,700$1,325
Viewmont8$1,595$1,325
Kenworth6$1,700$1,325
Downtown Hickory5$1,480$1,325
Forest Hills5$1,745$1,325
Lakeland5$1,745$1,325
Oakwood Hillcrest5$1,650$1,325
Ridgeview5$1,650$1,325

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 $1,950. The Townhomes at Viewmont in the Lakeland neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,500 square feet and currently listed start at $1,550. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Hickory:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Legacy Homes TownhomesThe Haven - Outside Unit1,800 Sq Ft$1,950
The Townhomes at Viewmont3x2.5 Semi-Call For Availability1,500 Sq Ft$1,550
The LegendsDuke1,371 Sq Ft$1,758
Hawks LandingThe Pinnacle1,173 Sq Ft$1,740
Landings & Villas of Hickory3X21,083 Sq Ft$1,500
Highland CommonsWe now partner with CoSign, which may help appl...1,050 Sq Ft$1,325

Cheapest Available Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 08, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is the 3 bed 1.5 bath Newly remodeled Model starting from $1,325 at Highland Commons in the Lakeland 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 $1,795. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Hickory:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Highland Commons3 bed 1.5 bath Newly remodeled$1,325
Landings & Villas of Hickory3X2$1,500
The Townhomes at Viewmont3x2.5 Standard-Call For Availability$1,550
Hawks LandingThe Pinnacle$1,740
The LegendsDuke$1,758

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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 $1,325.

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

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Hickory is $1,795.

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 $1,950 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 1,288 sq ft.

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