Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC from $500 (21 Rentals)

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1017 10th Ave NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

1017 10th Ave NE

1017 10th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Hickory Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory Square

1820 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Center Crossing
1 Bedroom Apartments

Center Crossing

105 S Center StHickory, NC 28602
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Highland Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Park

2110 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Viewmont Square
2 Bedroom Apartments

Viewmont Square

1420 4th Street Dr NWHickory, NC 28601
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Quail Ridge Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Quail Ridge Apartments

333 10th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Catawba Landing
2 Bedroom Apartments

Catawba Landing

2160 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Hilltop Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Apartments

151 18th StHickory, NC 28601
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Eastside
1 Bedroom Apartments

Eastside

1960 16th St NEHickory, NC 28601

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Bradbury Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Bradbury Apartments

2901 Old Conover Startown RdNewton, NC 28658

Hickory, NC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC

Pricing Updated: 06/28/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $900 to $3,330 with an overall median price of $1,673. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Green Park at $900, West Hickory Westmont at $900, and Downtown Hickory at $900. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hickory Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Green Park$1,425$9005
West Hickory Westmont$1,425$9005
Downtown Hickory$1,550$90012
Claremont$1,725$92954
Forest Hills$1,725$90014
Highland$1,725$92968
Lakeland$1,725$92513
Oakwood Hillcrest$1,725$90022
Viewmont$1,725$92957
Outer City Of Hickory$1,730$900114

Cheapest Available Hickory Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hickory, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Viewmont Square in the Lakeland neighborhood priced from $628. The Village at Catawba Ridge in the Viewmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hickory apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Viewmont SquareTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$628
The Village at Catawba RidgeStudio Standard-Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$975
Creekside ApartmentsThe Cascade2BR,2BA$1,096
Oakwood Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Apartments on 20thWaterside 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hickory area is the $1.20 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Cedar Rock in the in the Viewmont neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Hickory apartment is the Willowood Model at Redwood Hickory starting at $1,999 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Outer City Of Hickory neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hickory apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cedar Rock3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.20
Redwood HickoryWillowood2BR,2BA$1.45
Catawba Place2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.23
Hickory East2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.17
Landings & Villas of Hickory2X22BR,2BA$1.28
Tapestry RentalsPaisley2BR,2BA$1.52
Viewmont SquareTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.68
Huntington Park ApartmentsTWO BEDROOM GARDEN2BR,1.5BA$1.31
Apartments on 20thWaterside 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.47
Waterside1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.47

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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 Cheap Hickory Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hickory?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hickory is at The Village at Catawba Ridge listed at $975.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hickory Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hickory Apartment is $1,099 at The Village at Catawba Ridge.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hickory Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hickory is starting from $628 at Viewmont Square.

What is the most affordable Hickory Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hickory Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tapestry Rentals and starts from $1,650.

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