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1610 18th Ave NE

HickoryNC28601
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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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Hilltop Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Apartments

151 18th StHickory, NC 28601
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Catawba Landing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catawba Landing

2160 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Viewmont Pointe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Viewmont Pointe

420 10th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601

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386 17th Ave NE
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

386 17th Ave NE

386 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Eastside
1 Bedroom Apartments

Eastside

1960 16th St NEHickory, NC 28601
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Waterford Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waterford Place

4000 N Center StHickory, NC 28601
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Waterside
1 Bedroom Apartments

Waterside

1930 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Bradbury Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bradbury Apartments

2901 Old Conover Startown RdNewton, NC 28658
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The Fields Conover
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Fields Conover

1011 County Home RdConover, NC 28613

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Hickory, NC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC

Pricing Updated: 07/28/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $845 to $6,500 with an overall median price of $2,046. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Forest Hills at $1,195, Lakeland at $1,195, and Downtown Hickory at $845. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hickory Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Forest Hills$1,195$1,1951
Lakeland$1,295$1,1952
Downtown Hickory$1,595$84519
Oakwood Hillcrest$1,595$84520
Ridgeview$1,595$84519
West Hickory Westmont$1,595$84514
Green Park$1,597$84518
Kenworth$1,600$84518
Highland$1,625$89515
Mountain View$2,072$1,9951

Cheapest Available Hickory Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hickory, NC is a Studio unit found at Viewmont Pointe in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood priced from $700. Quail Ridge Apartments in the Lakeland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hickory apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Viewmont Pointe0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$700
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
3010 21st Street Ln NE2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$880
386 17th Ave NE2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$950
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$990
Eastside1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Apartments on 20thEastside 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
The Village at Catawba RidgeStudio Standard-Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,025
Hickory Trace Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom East - Center Unit1BR,1BA$1,099
The Townhomes at Viewmont1x1 Standard- Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hickory area is the $1.06 price per square foot The Haven-Outside Unit-AC Little Dr Model at Legacy Homes Townhomes in the in the Outer City Of Hickory neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Hickory apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Cedar Rock starting at $1,650 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Viewmont 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.
Legacy Homes TownhomesThe Haven-Outside Unit-AC Little Dr3BR,2.5BA$1.06
Cedar Rock2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Huntington Park ApartmentsTHREE BEDROOM GARDEN LARGE3BR,2BA$1.16
Catawba Place2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.23
Waterford PlaceEncarta2BR,2BA$1.33
Hickory East2 bedroom B2BR,1.5BA$1.27
The Villas at Pebble Creek1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.25
Viewmont Pointe2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.22
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.23
386 17th Ave NE2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.36

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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 Cheap Hickory Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hickory?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hickory is at Viewmont Pointe listed at $700.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hickory Apartment is $850 at Quail Ridge Apartments.

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 $880 at 3010 21st Street Ln NE.

What is the most affordable Hickory Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hickory Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Huntington Park Apartments and starts from $1,399.

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