Apartments for Rent in the Oakwood Hillcrest Neighborhood of Hickory, NC (106 Rentals)

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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property at 1339 5th St NE

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1339 5th St NE

HickoryNC28601
property at 1038 12th St NE

$1,650

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$1,650
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$1,650

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1038 12th St NE

HickoryNC28601
property at 525 12th St SW

$1,050 - $1,150

1 Bedroom Rentals

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525 12th St SW

HickoryNC28602

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

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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property at 525 12th St SW

$1,150

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$1,150
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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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525 12th St SW, Unit 30

525 12th St SW
HickoryNC28602
property at 525 12th St SW

$1,150

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$1,150
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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525 12th St SW, Unit 26

525 12th St SW
HickoryNC28602
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1088 2nd Ave NW
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1088 2nd Ave NW

1088 2nd Ave NWHickory, NC 28601
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1090 7th Ave NW

1090 7th Ave NWHickory, NC 28601

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Oakwood Hillcrest, Hickory, NC Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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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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Oakwood Hillcrest, Hickory, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Hickory. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Oakwood Hillcrest

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Oakwood Hillcrest area of Hickory, NC?

As of today, August 15, 2026, there are currently 106 available Oakwood Hillcrest apartments priced from $750 to $3,804, with an average monthly rent of $1,940.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Oakwood Hillcrest Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Oakwood Hillcrest ranges from $850 to $3,071 with an average monthly rent of $1,776.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakwood Hillcrest cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Oakwood Hillcrest range from $1,124 to $3,804. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,289.

How expensive are Oakwood Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 20 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Oakwood Hillcrest on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,350 to $2,150 - averaging $1,821 for the location.

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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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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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.