Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeland Neighborhood of Hickory, NC from $700 (16 Rentals)

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Waterford Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waterford Place

4000 N Center StHickory, NC 28601
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456 2nd St Pl SW
1 Bedroom Apartments

456 2nd St Pl SW

456 2nd St Pl SWHickory, NC 28602
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425 8th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

425 8th St

425 8th StHickory, NC 28602
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373 14th Ave NE
2 Bedroom Apartments

373 14th Ave NE

373 14th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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30 39th St NW
2 Bedroom Apartments

30 39th St NW

30 39th St NWHickory, NC 28601

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255 16th Ave NE
Studio Apartments

255 16th Ave NE

255 16th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601

Lakeland, Hickory, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lakeland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeland area of Hickory, NC is a Studio unit found at Quail Ridge Apartments priced from $750. The Abbey has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Lakeland apartments for rent in Hickory, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
Waterford PlaceDartmouth2BR,1BA$1,250
Highland Commons2 Bedroom 1 Bath Partially Remodeled2BR,1BA$1,250
Wellington PlaceThe Fairway2BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeland, NC

As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeland area is the $1.15 price per square foot The Fairway Model at Wellington Place in the in the Lakeland neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Lakeland apartment is the Encarta Model at Waterford Place starting at $1,400 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Lakeland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wellington PlaceThe Fairway2BR,1.5BA$1.15
Waterford PlaceEncarta2BR,2BA$1.33
BellaAge HickoryThe Oxford Plus1BR,1BA$2.66
Highland Commons2 Bedroom 1 Bath Partially Remodeled2BR,1BA$1.47
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.36
Hawks LandingThe Outlook1BR,1BA$1.81
29 NorthHickory Signature1BR,1BA$2.06
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.67

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lakeland, Hickory, NC

Ranked #7

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeland Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeland Apartment is $850 at Quail Ridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakeland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakeland is starting from $1,250 at Highland Commons.

What is the most affordable Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lakeland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Highland Commons and starts from $1,325.

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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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.