2325 15th St NE
HickoryNC28601
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HickoryNC28601
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74 18th Ave NW
HickoryNC28601
225 2nd St SE
HickoryNC28602
1610 18th Ave NE
HickoryNC28601
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Highland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,241 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Highland 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,692 | $1,595 | $2,064 |
| Highland 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 6 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 Studio unit found at Quail Ridge Apartments priced from $750. Eastside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Highland apartments for rent in Hickory, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Eastside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland, NC
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland 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 Highland apartment is the 3X2 Model at Landings & Villas of Hickory starting at $1,500 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Viewmont 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rock | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Landings & Villas of Hickory | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| The Gates at Highland | The Fleetwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Highland Commons | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Partially Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Hawks Landing | The Outlook | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Eastside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Highland
What type of rentals are currently available in Highland?
There are currently 83 Apartments for Rent in Highland, NC with pricing that ranges from $750 to $3,804. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Highland ranging from $995 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Highland?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Highland ranges from $995 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,607.
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.
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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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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.
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.
Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.