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property at 1021 14th Ave NW

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

1021 14th Ave NW

HickoryNC28601
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

Available Jun 1

5694 Claridge Dr

HickoryNC28602

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property at 44 10th St SE

$2,016 - $2,133

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44 10th St SE

HickoryNC28602
property at 2753 34th St Pl NE

$1,575

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$1,575
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$1,575

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2753 34th St Pl NE

HickoryNC28601
property at 403 15th Ave SW

$1,695

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$1,695
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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo for Rent

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403 15th Ave SW, Unit A, Unit A

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

$1,695

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$1,695
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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo for Rent

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403 15th Ave SW, Unit B, Unit B

403 15th Ave SW
HickoryNC28602
property at 3971 Newhall Dr NW

$1,425

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$1,425
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$1,425

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3971 Newhall Dr NW

HickoryNC28601

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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 StHickory, NC 28602
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452 8th Ave SE
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452 8th Ave SEHickory, NC 28602
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707 NE 4th Ave
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707 NE 4th AveHickory, NC 28602
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1629 Oak Leaf
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1629 Oak Leaf

1629 Oak LeafHickory, NC 28601

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Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 23, 2026

There are currently 63 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Hickory, NC that range in price from $1,350 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 Hickory12$1,686$1,350
Highland9$1,600$1,375
Claremont8$1,597$1,350
Viewmont8$1,597$1,350
Lakeland5$1,684$1,350
Oakwood Hillcrest5$1,555$1,350
Forest Hills4$1,699$1,350
Kenworth4$1,674$1,350
Ridgeview4$1,600$1,350
Downtown Hickory3$1,430$1,350

Largest Available Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is found at Wellington Place in the Lakeland neighborhood and is 1,305 square feet priced from $1,430. Modern Duplex Unit for Rent - Modern Living at Its Best! in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,300 square feet and currently listed start at $1,669. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Hickory:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Wellington PlaceThe Caddie1,305 Sq Ft$1,430
Modern Duplex Unit for Rent - Modern Living at Its Best!The Retreat - Plan 21,300 Sq Ft$1,669
The Estates3 Bedroom Deck The Estates at Legends1,283 Sq Ft$1,672
Creekside ApartmentsThe Ivy1,200 Sq Ft$1,532
Hawks LandingThe Pinnacle1,173 Sq Ft$1,670
Landings & Villas of Hickory3X21,083 Sq Ft$1,500
Oakwood Apartments3 Bedroom1,080 Sq Ft$1,500
Highland Commons3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Partially Remodeled1,050 Sq Ft$1,375

Cheapest Available Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 23, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Hickory, NC is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Partially Remodeled Model starting from $1,375 at Highland Commons in the Lakeland neighborhood. The second most affordable Hickory 3 Bedroom is the The Caddie Model at Wellington Place starting at $1,430 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Hickory is currently $1,733. 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$1,375
Wellington PlaceThe Caddie$1,430
Oakwood Apartments3 Bedroom$1,500
Landings & Villas of Hickory3X2$1,500
Creekside ApartmentsThe Ivy$1,532
Modern Duplex Unit for Rent - Modern Living at Its Best!The Retreat - Plan 2$1,669
Hawks LandingThe Pinnacle$1,670
The Estates3 Bedroom Deck The Estates at Legends$1,672

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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 $1,375.

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

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Hickory is $1,733.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hickory is a 1,305 square feet unit starting from $1,430 at Wellington Place.

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

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Hickory is currently 1,348 sq ft.

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