Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer City Of Hickory Neighborhood of Hickory, NC from $400 (51 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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property at 525 12th St SW

$1,150 - $1,250

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525 12th St SW

HickoryNC28602
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Catawba Landing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catawba Landing

2160 17th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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1017 10th Ave NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

1017 10th Ave NE

1017 10th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601

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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Hickory Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory Square

1820 20th Avenue Dr 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 Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Viewmont Square

1420 4th Street Dr NWHickory, NC 28601
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Eastside
1 Bedroom Apartments

Eastside

1960 16th St NEHickory, NC 28601

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

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Waterford Place Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waterford Place Apartments

4000 N Center StHickory, NC 28601
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Waterside
1 Bedroom Apartments

Waterside

1930 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, 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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121 3rd Ave NE, Unit 121
$800
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121 3rd Ave NE, Unit 121

121 3rd Ave NEConover, NC 28613
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 102 Brandywine Dr NE

$1,200

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$1,200
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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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102 Brandywine Dr NE

ConoverNC28613
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Bradbury Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bradbury Apartments

2901 Old Conover Startown RdNewton, NC 28658
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The Fields Conover
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Fields Conover

1011 County Home RdConover, NC 28613
property at 2738 Baker St

$1,150

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2738 Baker St

ClaremontNC28610

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

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Outer City Of Hickory, Hickory, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer City Of Hickory Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer City Of Hickory area of Hickory, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Eastside priced from $1,000. Apartments on 20th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Outer City Of Hickory apartments for rent in Hickory, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eastside1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Apartments on 20thEastside 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
The Village at Catawba RidgeStudio Standard-Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,025
Landings & Villas of Hickory2X2 - Low Income2BR,2BA$1,063
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
Oakwood Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,250
Creekside ApartmentsThe Reed1BR,1BA$1,256
The LegendsMonroe1BR,1BA$1,261
29 NorthHickory1BR,1BA$1,285

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer City Of Hickory, NC

As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer City Of Hickory area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Retreat - Plan 2 Model at Modern Duplex Unit for Rent - Modern Living at Its Best! in the in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood starting from $1,669. The second greatest value Outer City Of Hickory apartment is the 3 Bedroom Deck The Estates at Legends Model at The Estates starting at $1,648 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Kenworth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer City Of Hickory apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Modern Duplex Unit for Rent - Modern Living at Its Best!The Retreat - Plan 23BR,2.5BA$1.28
The Estates3 Bedroom Deck The Estates at Legends3BR,2BA$1.28
The Villas at Pebble Creek2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.09
209 12th St SW, Unit 3209 12th St SW3BR,1.5BA$1.13
Landings & Villas of Hickory3X23BR,2BA$1.39
The Gates at Highland apartment homesThe Fleetwood2BR,2BA$1.32
Highland Commons3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Partially Remodeled3BR,1.5BA$1.31
Hickory East2 bedroom B2BR,1.5BA$1.27
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.36
121 3rd Ave NE, Unit 121121 3rd Ave NE2BR,1BA$1.10

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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Hickory. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer City Of Hickory Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer City Of Hickory?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer City Of Hickory is under $1,285.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer City Of Hickory?

The cheapest apartment in Outer City Of Hickory is Apartments on 20th which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Outer City Of Hickory costs $1,600.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer City Of Hickory?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Outer City Of Hickory that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Outer City Of Hickory?

Cheap apartments in Outer City Of Hickory have an average cost of $188 which is $1,412 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer City Of Hickory.

Expert Rental Resources

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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