
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Hickory Neighborhood of Hickory, NC from $310 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Hickory area of Hickory.


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Hickory Trace Village Apartments

The Abbey

1075 7th Ave NW

The Townhomes at Viewmont

Huntington Park Apartments

525 12th St SW
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Center Crossing

1017 10th Ave NE

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Viewmont Pointe
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238 9th Ave Pl

1243 Main Avenue Dr NW

1251 Main Ave Dr NW

Woodland Park Apartments

512 10th St SW

386 17th Ave NE

607 11th Street Pl SW
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1235 15th Ave NW

225 2nd St SE

1744 14th St Ln NE

1742 14th Street Ln NE

1738 14th Street Ln NE

525 12th St SW, Unit 26

45 22nd Ave NE
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510 F Ave SE

Creekside Apartments
Downtown Hickory, Hickory, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Hickory?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Hickory Studio Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Downtown Hickory 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,826 | $850 | $3,071 |
| Downtown Hickory 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $1,050 | $3,804 |
| Downtown Hickory 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $1,375 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Hickory Neighborhood of Hickory, NC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Hickory Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Hickory area of Hickory, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Center Crossing priced from $406. Quail Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Hickory apartments for rent in Hickory, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Crossing | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $406 |
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| 238 9th Ave Pl | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| The Townhomes at Viewmont | 1x1 Standard- Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Creekside Apartments | The Reed | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
| Highland Commons | 3 bed 1.5 bath Newly remodeled | 3BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Hickory Trace Village Apartments | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,539 |
| BellaAge Hickory | The James | 1BR,1BA | $2,138 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Hickory, NC
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Hickory area is the $2.64 price per square foot The Norman Model at BellaAge Hickory in the in the Lakeland neighborhood starting from $3,591. The second greatest value Downtown Hickory apartment is the 3 bed 1.5 bath Newly remodeled Model at Highland Commons starting at $1,375 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Lakeland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Hickory apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BellaAge Hickory | The Norman | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Highland Commons | 3 bed 1.5 bath Newly remodeled | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Hickory Trace Village Apartments | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Creekside Apartments | The Reed | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 238 9th Ave Pl | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Center Crossing | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Townhomes at Viewmont | 1x1 Upgraded- Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Hickory Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hickory Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hickory Apartment is $406 at Center Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Hickory Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Hickory is starting from $750 at 238 9th Ave Pl.
What is the most affordable Downtown Hickory Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Hickory Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Highland Commons and starts from $1,375.
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