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

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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 Dr SWHickory, 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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Catawba Landing
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Catawba Landing

2160 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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900 Ac Little Dr
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900 Ac Little Dr

900 Ac Little DrNewton, NC 28658
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Bradbury Apartments
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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: November 11, 2025

There are currently 86 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Hickory, NC that range in price from $1,300 to $2,901. Outer City Of Hickory, Kenworth and Ridgeview 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 Hickory24$1,735$1,300
Kenworth18$1,775$1,470
Ridgeview18$1,775$1,470
Highland5$1,595$1,349
Viewmont5$1,572$1,349
Downtown Hickory4$1,470$1,349
Oakwood Hillcrest4$1,699$1,349
Claremont3$1,525$1,349
Green Park2$1,825$1,750
Lakeland2$1,699$1,430

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. The Estates in the Kenworth neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,446 square feet and currently listed start at $1,789. 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
The Estates3 Bedroom Sunroom - The Estates at Legends1,446 Sq Ft$1,789
Laurel ForestThe Pinewood1,313 Sq Ft$1,470
Wellington PlaceThe Caddie1,305 Sq Ft$1,430
Preston Ridge3A Three Bedroom / Two Bath The Lynnwood (Phase...1,295 Sq Ft$1,800
Creekside ApartmentsThe Ivy1,200 Sq Ft$1,622
Hawks LandingThe Pinnacle1,173 Sq Ft$1,699
Landings & Villas of Hickory3X21,083 Sq Ft$1,500

Cheapest Available Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 11, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is the The Caddie Model starting from $1,430 at Wellington Place in the Lakeland neighborhood. The second most affordable Hickory 3 Bedroom is the The Pinewood Model at Laurel Forest starting at $1,470 in the Downtown Hickory 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
Wellington PlaceThe Caddie$1,430
Laurel ForestThe Pinewood$1,470
Creekside ApartmentsThe Ivy$1,622
Hawks LandingThe Pinnacle$1,699
The EstatesC-2 - 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath - Estates III$1,725
Preston Ridge3A Three Bedroom / Two Bath The Lynwood (Phase ...$1,800
Legacy Homes TownhomesThe Haven - Outside Unit$1,800

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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 3 Bedroom Hickory Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Hickory with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Hickory is at Wellington Place listed at $1,430.

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 1,800 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 1,477 sq ft.

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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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