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property at 1021 14th Ave NW

$1,800

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

1021 14th Ave NW

HickoryNC28601

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property at 23 44th Ave Pl NE

$2,000

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$2,000
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$2,000

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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23 44th Ave Pl NE

HickoryNC28601
property at 403 15th Ave SW

$1,695

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$1,695
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$1,695

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo for Rent

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403 15th Ave SW

HickoryNC28602

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property at 403 15th Ave SW

$1,695

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403 15th Ave SW

HickoryNC28602
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1629 Oak Leaf
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1629 Oak Leaf

1629 Oak LeafHickory, NC 28601
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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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425 8th St
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425 8th St

425 8th StHickory, 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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Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 08, 2026

There are currently 52 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Hickory, NC that range in price from $1,375 to $2,860. Outer City Of Hickory, Highland and Claremont 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 Hickory13$1,673$1,375
Highland9$1,600$1,375
Claremont7$1,633$1,375
Viewmont7$1,633$1,375
Forest Hills4$1,722$1,375
Oakwood Hillcrest4$1,672$1,375
Downtown Hickory2$1,440$1,375
Kenworth2$1,659$1,375
Ridgeview2$1,659$1,375
Green Park1$1,440$1,375

Largest Available Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is found at One North Center in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood and is 1,384 square feet priced from $2,110. 10th St SE Townhomes has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,300 square feet and currently listed start at $1,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Hickory:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
One North CenterThe Sails1,384 Sq Ft$2,110
10th St SE TownhomesThe Retreat - Plan 21,300 Sq Ft$1,700
Preston RidgeThe Lynwood - Elevated1,295 Sq Ft$1,825
Tapestry Homes3BR/2.0BA1,248 Sq Ft$1,600
Creekside ApartmentsThe Ivy1,200 Sq Ft$1,520
The Gates at HighlandThe Highlander1,192 Sq Ft$1,550
Hawks LandingThe Pinnacle1,173 Sq Ft$1,672
Landings & Villas of Hickory3X21,083 Sq Ft$1,500
Oakwood Apartments3 Bedroom1,080 Sq Ft$1,500

Cheapest Available Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 08, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is the 3 Bedroom Model starting from $1,500 at Oakwood Apartments in the Outer City Of Hickory neighborhood. The second most affordable Hickory 3 Bedroom is the The Ivy Model at Creekside Apartments starting at $1,520 in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Hickory is currently $1,747. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Hickory:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Oakwood Apartments3 Bedroom$1,500
Creekside ApartmentsThe Ivy$1,520
The Gates at HighlandThe Highlander$1,550
Tapestry Homes3BR/2.0BA$1,600
Hawks LandingThe Pinnacle$1,672
10th St SE TownhomesThe Retreat - Plan 2$1,700
Preston RidgeThe Lynwood - Elevated$1,825
One North CenterThe Sails$2,110

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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 Oakwood Apartments listed at $1,500.

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

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Hickory is $1,747.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hickory is a 1,384 square feet unit starting from $2,110 at One North Center.

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

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