Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakwood Hillcrest Neighborhood of Hickory, NC from $500 (28 Rentals)

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property at 525 12th St SW

$1,150 - $1,250

1 Bedroom Rentals

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525 12th St SW

HickoryNC28602

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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1017 10th Ave NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

1017 10th Ave NE

1017 10th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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Hilltop Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Apartments

151 18th StHickory, NC 28601
  • Utilities Included

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Viewmont Pointe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Viewmont Pointe

420 10th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Creekside Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside Apartments

1227 10th Street Blvd NWHickory, NC 28601
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Oakwood Hillcrest, Hickory, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakwood Hillcrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakwood Hillcrest 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 $990. Here are the most affordable Oakwood Hillcrest apartments for rent in Hickory, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$990
The Townhomes at Viewmont1x1 Standard- Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,100
Huntington Park ApartmentsTWO BEDROOM TOWNHOME2BR,1BA$1,149
Creekside ApartmentsThe Reed1BR,1BA$1,273
Highland CommonsWe now partner with CoSign, which may help appl...3BR,1BA$1,325
Hawks LandingThe Outlook1BR,1BA$1,347
BellaAge HickoryThe James1BR,1BA$2,138

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood Hillcrest, NC

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakwood Hillcrest area is the $1.26 price per square foot We now partner with CoSign, which may help appl... Model at Highland Commons in the in the Lakeland neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Oakwood Hillcrest apartment is the The Oxford Plus Model at BellaAge Hickory starting at $2,681 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the Lakeland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakwood Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highland CommonsWe now partner with CoSign, which may help appl...3BR,1.5BA$1.26
BellaAge HickoryThe Oxford Plus1BR,1BA$2.66
Huntington Park ApartmentsTWO BEDROOM TOWNHOME2BR,1.5BA$1.15
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.23
Creekside ApartmentsThe Reed1BR,1BA$1.63
Hawks LandingThe Outlook1BR,1BA$1.81
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.67
The Townhomes at Viewmont1x1 Upgraded- Call For Availability1BR,1BA$3.71

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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
Oakwood Hillcrest, Hickory, NC

Ranked #5

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

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2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across North Carolina including Oakwood Hillcrest, Hickory, and the greater Hickory area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakwood Hillcrest Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakwood Hillcrest Apartment?

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakwood Hillcrest is starting from $1,149 at Huntington Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Oakwood Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oakwood Hillcrest 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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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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.

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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.