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426 2nd Ave SE
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712 F Ave SE

1827 1st Ave NW

5123 Ponderosa Dr

5121 Ponderosa Dr

2207 19th Ave SE

1051 3rd St SE

545 12th Ave NE
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1224 14th St NE

1158-1159 Wagon Wheel Rd

1742 14th St Ln NE
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175 18th St NW

949 14th St SE

3352 40th Ave Pl NE
Hickory, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hickory?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hickory 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,195 | $825 | $2,000 |
Hickory 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,814 | $1,195 | $2,800 |
Hickory 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,113 | $1,995 | $2,350 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hickory, NC
Pricing Updated: 09/14/2025Current apartment rentals in the Hickory, NC area range in price from $850 to $4,241 with an overall median price of $1,770. The three Hickory neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Hickory at $900, Claremont at $929, and Green Park at $900. 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 |
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Downtown Hickory | $1,550 | $900 | 8 |
Claremont | $1,700 | $929 | 52 |
Green Park | $1,700 | $900 | 5 |
Highland | $1,700 | $900 | 58 |
Oakwood Hillcrest | $1,700 | $900 | 22 |
Viewmont | $1,700 | $900 | 57 |
West Hickory Westmont | $1,700 | $900 | 5 |
Outer City Of Hickory | $1,817 | $850 | 117 |
Forest Hills | $1,957 | $929 | 29 |
Kenworth | $1,975 | $900 | 26 |
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 $285. Center Crossing in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $587. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hickory apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Viewmont Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $285 |
Center Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $587 |
Creekside Apartments | The Reed | 1BR,1BA | $982 |
Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hickory area is the $1.25 price per square foot B1 Two Bedroom / Two and a Half Bath Townhome w... Model at Landon Green Artisan Cottages in the in the Viewmont neighborhood starting from $1,835. 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. |
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Landon Green Artisan Cottages | B1 Two Bedroom / Two and a Half Bath Townhome w... | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
Cedar Rock | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
Redwood Hickory | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Catawba Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
Landings & Villas of Hickory | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Highland Commons | 2 br 1 bath NEW | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Waterside | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Viewmont Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.41 |
Center Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hickory
What type of rentals are currently available in Hickory?
There are currently 140 Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC with pricing that ranges from $850 to $4,241. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hickory ranging from $825 to $2,800.
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 $825 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,461.
Expert Rental Resources
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.

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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