Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ridgeview Neighborhood of Hickory, NC from $500 (23 Rentals)

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$1,150 - $1,250

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525 12th St SW

HickoryNC28602
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Viewmont Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Viewmont Square

1420 4th Street Dr NWHickory, NC 28601
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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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Ridgeview, Hickory, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ridgeview Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ridgeview area of Hickory, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Abbey priced from $1,095. Highland Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Ridgeview apartments for rent in Hickory, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
Highland Commons2 br 1 bath NEW2BR,1BA$1,250
Creekside ApartmentsThe Cascade2BR,2BA$1,348
Laurel ForestThe Oakwood2BR,2BA$1,390
The Gates at Highland apartment homesThe Fleetwood2BR,2BA$1,410

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridgeview, NC

As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ridgeview area is the $2.64 price per square foot The Norman Model at BellaAge Hickory in the in the Lakeland neighborhood starting from $3,591. The second greatest value Ridgeview apartment is the The Retreat - Plan 2 Model at Modern Duplex Unit for Rent - Modern Living at Its Best! starting at $1,669 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ridgeview apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
BellaAge HickoryThe Norman2BR,2BA$2.64
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$1.30
Laurel ForestThe Oakwood2BR,2BA$1.23
The Gates at Highland apartment homesThe Fleetwood2BR,2BA$1.32
Highland Commons2 br 1 bath NEW2BR,1BA$1.47
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.36
Creekside ApartmentsThe Reed1BR,1BA$1.75
One North CenterThe Union1BR,1BA$2.33

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Hickory. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ridgeview Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ridgeview Apartment is $1,095 at The Abbey.

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

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

What is the most affordable Ridgeview Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ridgeview Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Highland Commons and starts from $1,375.

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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