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2 24th St NW
2 24th St NWHickory, NC 28601
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC from $400 (27 Rentals)
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$929 - $1,3491 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 8
Hickory Trace Village Apartments
1250 5th St NEHickory, NC 28601
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Huntington Park Apartments
1207 NE 21st AveHickory, NC 28601
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Apartments on 20th
1755 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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The Village at Catawba Ridge
1655 20th Ave DrHickory, NC 28601
426 2nd Ave SE
HickoryNC28602
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The Abbey
380 9th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Waterford Place Apartments
4000 N Center StHickory, NC 28601
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Argyle Place
2830 16th St NEHickory, NC 28601
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Viewmont Pointe
420 10th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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The Legends
2101-2051 21st St SEHickory, NC 28602
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Catawba Landing
2160 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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1 Bedroom Apartments
1017 10th Ave NE
1017 10th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Hickory Square
1820 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Highland Park Apartments
2110 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Woodland Park Apartments
1726 3rd Ave NWHickory, NC 28601
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Hilltop Apartments
151 18th StHickory, NC 28601
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Quail Ridge Apartments
333 10th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Silver Springs Terrace
950 20th St NEHickory, NC 28601
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607 11th Street Pl SW
607 11th Street Pl SWHickory, NC 28602
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Creekside Apartments
1227 10th Street Blvd NWHickory, NC 28601
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Eastside
1960 16th St NEHickory, NC 28601
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Waterside
1930 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Waterside at Catawba Ridge
1930 20th Ave DrHickory, NC 28601
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Oakwood Apartments
745 Boundary RdNewton, NC 28658
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Bradbury Apartments
2901 Old Conover Startown RdNewton, NC 28658
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The Fields Conover
1011 County Home RdConover, NC 28613
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Hickory, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hickory?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Hickory Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $1,000 | $1,150 |
| Cheap Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $725 | $3,071 |
| Cheap Hickory 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $1,000 | $5,445 |
| Cheap Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,714 | $1,199 | $2,175 |
| Cheap Hickory 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC
Pricing Updated: 01/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $725 to $5,445 with an overall median price of $2,744. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Outer City Of Hickory at $725, Highland at $929, and Viewmont at $929. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hickory Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Outer City Of Hickory | $1,725 | $725 | 216 |
| Highland | $2,228 | $929 | 134 |
| Viewmont | $2,228 | $929 | 136 |
| Claremont | $2,298 | $929 | 133 |
| Downtown Hickory | $3,052 | $929 | 92 |
| Forest Hills | $3,052 | $725 | 101 |
| Kenworth | $3,052 | $929 | 127 |
| Lakeland | $3,052 | $725 | 101 |
| Oakwood Hillcrest | $3,052 | $725 | 103 |
| Ridgeview | $3,052 | $929 | 113 |
Cheapest Available Hickory Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Hickory, NC is a Studio unit found at The Village at Catawba Ridge in the Viewmont neighborhood priced from $1,000. Eastside in the Viewmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hickory apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Eastside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Waterside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Viewmont Pointe | The Madison | 2BR,2BA | $1,150 |
| The Legends | Eastwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | THREE BEDROOM GARDEN | 3BR,2BA | $1,199 |
| The Estates | 1 bedroom deck - The Estates at Legends | 1BR,1BA | $1,226 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hickory area is the $1.18 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Cedar Rock in the in the Viewmont neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Hickory apartment is the 741 1st Ave SW Model at 741 1st Ave SW, Unit 1 starting at $1,500 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Lakeland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hickory apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Cedar Rock | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| 741 1st Ave SW, Unit 1 | 741 1st Ave SW | 4BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| STANFORD PLACE | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.31 |
| Modern Duplex Unit for Rent - Modern Living at Its Best! | The Retreat - Plan 2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
| Redwood Hickory | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| The Villas at Pebble Creek | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Creekside Apartments | The Ivy | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Viewmont Pointe | The Madison | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM GARDEN | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Hickory?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hickory is under $1,226.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hickory?
The cheapest apartment in Hickory is Eastside which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Hickory costs $2,744.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hickory?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Hickory that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hickory?
Cheap apartments in Hickory have an average cost of $199 which is $2,545 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hickory.
Expert Rental Resources
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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