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Hickory, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC

Pricing Updated: 02/22/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hickory Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Outer City Of Hickory$1,637$72588
Viewmont$1,875$1,0909
Highland$1,900$1,7004
Downtown Hickory$3,092$2,13874

Cheapest Available Hickory Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hickory, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Viewmont Square in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood priced from $310. Apartments on 20th in the Viewmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hickory apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Viewmont SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$310
Apartments on 20thEastside 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Eastside1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
The Village at Catawba RidgeStudio Standard-Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,000
Huntington Park ApartmentsTWO BEDROOM GARDEN II2BR,2BA$1,049

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC

As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hickory area is the $1.00 price per square foot The Haven - Inside Unit Model at Legacy Homes Townhomes in the in the Outer City Of Hickory neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Hickory apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Tapestry Homes starting at $1,600 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Outer City Of Hickory neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hickory apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Legacy Homes TownhomesThe Haven - Inside Unit3BR,2.5BA$1.00
Tapestry Homes3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.10
Cedar Rock2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.18
The Villas at Pebble Creek2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.15
The Gates at Highland apartment homesThe Highlander3BR,2BA$1.30
Catawba Place2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.23
Hickory East2 bedroom B2BR,1.5BA$1.27
Viewmont PointeThe Madison2BR,2BA$1.17
1002 4th Street Dr NW, Unit 1002 4th Street Drive NW1002 4th Street Dr NW1BR,1BA$1.28
Viewmont SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.46

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hickory

What type of rentals are currently available in Hickory?

There are currently 134 Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC with pricing that ranges from $725 to $4,950. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hickory ranging from $750 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hickory?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hickory ranges from $750 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,892.

Expert Rental Resources

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.