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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 | $1,240 | $845 | $1,800 |
| Hickory 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,685 | $1,295 | $2,350 |
| Hickory 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,097 | $1,800 | $2,495 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC
Pricing Updated: 11/02/2025Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $700 to $2,700 with an overall median price of $1,930. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Forest Hills at $995, West Hickory Westmont at $700, and Green Park at $700. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hills | $995 | $995 | 1 |
| West Hickory Westmont | $1,800 | $700 | 14 |
| Green Park | $1,897 | $700 | 13 |
| Ridgeview | $1,897 | $700 | 15 |
| Downtown Hickory | $1,995 | $700 | 15 |
| Highland | $1,995 | $700 | 19 |
| Kenworth | $1,995 | $700 | 13 |
| Oakwood Hillcrest | $1,995 | $700 | 16 |
| Outer City Of Hickory | $2,022 | $700 | 70 |
| Viewmont | $2,147 | $700 | 16 |
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 Lakeland neighborhood priced from $488. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viewmont Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $488 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Eastside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Waterside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hickory area is the $1.00 price per square foot Luxury Floor Plan 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 2 Bedroom Model at Cedar Rock starting at $1,650 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Viewmont 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Homes Townhomes | Luxury Floor Plan | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Cedar Rock | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Laurel Forest | The Pinewood | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Wellington Place | The Caddie | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Catawba Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM TOWNHOME | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Viewmont Pointe | The Madison | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| 1817 1st Avenue Pl NW, Unit 1817 | 1817 1st Avenue Pl NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Viewmont Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Hickory?
There are currently 139 Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC with pricing that ranges from $850 to $2,564. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hickory ranging from $700 to $2,495.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hickory ranges from $700 to $2,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,453.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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