Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakwood Hillcrest Neighborhood of Hickory, NC from $500 (30 Rentals)

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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
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Viewmont Pointe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Viewmont Pointe

420 10th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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386 17th Ave NE
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

386 17th Ave NE

386 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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525 12th St SW, Unit 30

525 12th St SW
HickoryNC28602
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$1,150

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525 12th St SW, Unit 26

525 12th St SW
HickoryNC28602
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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 Viewmont Pointe priced from $700. Quail Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Oakwood Hillcrest apartments for rent in Hickory, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Viewmont Pointe0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$700
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
The Townhomes at Viewmont1x1 Standard- Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,100
Hawks LandingThe Outlook1BR,1BA$1,249
Creekside ApartmentsThe Reed1BR,1BA$1,253
One North CenterThe Square1BR,1BA$1,625
Cedar Village TownhomesCedar C23BR,2BA$2,100
BellaAge HickoryThe James1BR,1BA$2,138

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood Hillcrest, NC

As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakwood Hillcrest area is the $1.50 price per square foot Aspen C1 Model at Cedar Village Townhomes in the in the Lakeland neighborhood starting from $2,100. 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.
Cedar Village TownhomesAspen C13BR,2.5BA$1.50
BellaAge HickoryThe Oxford Plus1BR,1BA$2.66
Viewmont Pointe2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.22
One North CenterThe Square1BR,1BA$1.84
Creekside ApartmentsThe Reed1BR,1BA$1.61
112 17th St SW, Unit #4112 17th St SW1BR,1BA$1.03
Hawks LandingThe Outlook1BR,1BA$1.67
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.67
The Townhomes at Viewmont1x1 Upgraded- Call For Availability1BR,1BA$3.71

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Oakwood Hillcrest, Hickory, NC

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

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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 $1,100 at Viewmont Pointe.

What is the most affordable Oakwood Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oakwood Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Townhomes at Viewmont and starts from $1,550.

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