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962 7th St NE
HickoryNC28601
39 17th St SE
HickoryNC28602
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Highland, Hickory, NC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $1,000 | $1,150 |
| Highland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $850 | $1,654 |
| Highland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,100 | $2,045 |
| Highland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $1,370 | $2,309 |
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There are currently 10 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 1 Bed unit found at Center Crossing priced from $587. Viewmont Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $628. Here are the most affordable Highland apartments for rent in Hickory, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $587 |
| Viewmont Square | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $628 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland, NC
As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highland area is the $1.39 price per square foot Herringbone Model at Tapestry Rentals in the in the Outer City Of Hickory neighborhood starting from $1,735. The second greatest value Highland apartment is the 34 8th Avenue Dr SE Model at 34 8th Avenue Dr SE, Unit A starting at $1,550 with a $1.29 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tapestry Rentals | Herringbone | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 34 8th Avenue Dr SE, Unit A | 34 8th Avenue Dr SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Catawba Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Landings & Villas of Hickory | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Viewmont Square | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Cedar Rock | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Hawk's Landing | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Eastside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Center Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHighland, Hickory, NC
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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 a cheap apartment in Highland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland is under $1,417.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland?
The cheapest apartment in Highland is Center Crossing which is listed at $587, while the average apartment in Highland costs $1,692.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland?
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 1 regular apartments in Highland 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 Highland?
Cheap apartments in Highland have an average cost of $107 which is $1,585 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland.
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