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715 23rd St NW

100 2nd Ave SE

1078 16th Ave NW

5110 Ponderosa Dr

2167 6th St NW
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1235 15th Ave NW

225 2nd St SE

1742 14th Street Ln NE

1738 14th Street Ln NE

1744 14th St Ln NE

525 12th St SW, Unit 26
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45 22nd Ave NE

1326 N Frye Ave, Unit I

7413 R H Rd

2169 6th St NW

510 F Ave SE

212 Main Ave E
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Hickory?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,225 | $800 | $1,854 |
| Hickory 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,794 | $1,200 | $2,439 |
| Hickory 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,858 | $2,200 | $3,600 |
| Hickory 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,800 | $3,600 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC
Pricing Updated: 09/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $750 to $3,804 with an overall median price of $1,711. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Viewmont at $1,536, Claremont at $1,539, and Highland at $1,550. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hickory Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viewmont | $1,536 | $750 | 101 |
| Claremont | $1,539 | $750 | 95 |
| Highland | $1,550 | $750 | 99 |
| Outer City Of Hickory | $1,616 | $750 | 118 |
| Downtown Hickory | $1,639 | $750 | 67 |
| Kenworth | $1,644 | $750 | 77 |
| Oakwood Hillcrest | $1,675 | $750 | 78 |
| Ridgeview | $1,719 | $750 | 74 |
| Forest Hills | $1,720 | $750 | 63 |
| Lakeland | $1,770 | $750 | 70 |
Cheapest Available Hickory Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hickory, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Center Crossing in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood priced from $406. Viewmont Pointe in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hickory apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Crossing | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $406 |
| Viewmont Pointe | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| 3010 21st Street Ln NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hickory 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 Hickory apartment is the Meadowood Model at Redwood Hickory starting at $1,949 with a $1.47 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rock | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Redwood Hickory | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| The Legends | Hepburn | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Waterford Place | Encarta | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Landings & Villas of Hickory | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM GARDEN | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Viewmont Pointe | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Center Crossing | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $0.62 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Hickory?
There are currently 142 Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC with pricing that ranges from $750 to $3,804. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hickory ranging from $800 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 $800 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,793.
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