Apartments for Rent in the Highland Neighborhood of Hickory, NC (111 Rentals)

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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property at 1038 12th St NE

$1,650

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$1,650
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$1,650

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1038 12th St NE

HickoryNC28601
property at 1339 5th St NE

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

1339 5th St NE

HickoryNC28601
property at 1610 18th Ave NE

$1,300

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$1,300
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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1610 18th Ave NE

HickoryNC28601
property at 426 2nd St SW

$1,550

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$1,550
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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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426 2nd St SW, Unit 4242ndSt.Hickory.

426 2nd St SW
HickoryNC28602

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Highland, Hickory, NC Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Highland, Hickory, NC

Ranked #4

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Hickory. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with younger kids, location matters. This part of town is known as a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and having the best education resources available.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks and outdoor amenities? this residential area is providing great access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

This section of Hickory has established a name for itself as one of our preferred neighborhoods for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Highland

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Highland area of Hickory, NC?

As of today, July 25, 2026, there are currently 111 available Highland apartments priced from $700 to $3,804, with an average monthly rent of $1,710.

How much are Studio apartments in Highland?

There are currently 16 Studio Apartments in Highland with rent ranges from $700 to $1,175 with an average price of $945.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Highland Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Highland ranges from $850 to $3,071 with an average monthly rent of $1,636.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Highland cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Highland range from $950 to $3,804. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,868.

How expensive are Highland Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 25 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Highland on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,325 to $2,175 - averaging $1,655 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.