
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Neighborhood of Hickory, NC from $500 (15 Rentals)
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708 F Ave SE
Highland, Hickory, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Highland Studio Apartments | $1,041 | $975 | $1,125 |
Highland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,293 | $775 | $1,858 |
Highland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $1,000 | $2,466 |
Highland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,772 | $1,350 | $2,530 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Neighborhood of Hickory, NC.
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Cheapest Available Highland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland area of Hickory, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Viewmont Square priced from $628. The Village at Catawba Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Highland apartments for rent in Hickory, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Viewmont Square | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $628 |
The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM GARDEN | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Hickory Trace Village Apartments | Two Bedroom - West | 2BR,2BA | $1,210 |
Landings & Villas of Hickory | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland, NC
As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highland 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 Highland apartment is the Cedar Rock 3 Bedroom Model at Apartments on 20th starting at $1,800 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cedar Rock | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Apartments on 20th | Cedar Rock 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Redwood Hickory | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Laurel Forest | The Maplewood | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
Hawk's Landing | B3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
Landings & Villas of Hickory | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM GARDEN II | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Hickory Trace Village Apartments | Two Bedroom - West | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
Tapestry Rentals | Paisley | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
Viewmont Square | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHighland, Hickory, NC
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Getting Around the Highland Neighborhood in Hickory, NC
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Highland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Highland is at The Village at Catawba Ridge listed at $975.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Apartment is $1,099 at The Village at Catawba Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highland is starting from $628 at Viewmont Square.
What is the most affordable Highland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Highland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Landings & Villas of Hickory and starts from $1,500.
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