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  3. Good Value
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    1 BED
    $979+
    2 BEDS
    $1,240+
    3 BEDS
    $1,440+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$979 - $1,639
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$979 - $1,639

    Hickory Trace Village Apartments

    1250 5th St NE, Hickory, NC 28601
    (828) 677-3337
  7. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $1,243+
    2 BEDS
    $1,376+
    3 BEDS
    $1,764+

    The Legends

    2101-2051 21st St SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    (828) 677-2282
  8. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $1,345+
    2 BEDS
    $1,550+
    3 BEDS
    $1,875+

    29 North

    112 29th Avenue Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601
    (828) 523-8742
  17. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $1,304+
    2 BEDS
    $1,596+
    3 BEDS
    $1,719+

    The Estates

    2354 Mosteller Estate Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    (828) 624-4931
  27. Building Photo - The Abbey
    1 BED
    $990

    The Abbey

    380 9th Avenue Dr NE, Hickory, NC 28601
  30. Building Photo - 2035 2nd St NW
    4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $3,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,400

    2035 2nd St NW

    2035 2nd St NW, Hickory, NC 28601
  31. Building Photo - 1235 15th Ave NW
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,100

    1235 15th Ave NW

    1235 15th Ave NW, Hickory, NC 28601
  32. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,150

    525 12th St SW Unit 26

    525 12th St SW, Hickory, NC 28602
  33. Building Photo - 4103 N Center St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000

    4103 N Center St Unit #3

    4103 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601
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  34. Front Yard in the Spring - 2781 19th Ave NE
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200

    2781 19th Ave NE

    2781 19th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
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  35. Building Photo - 5694 Claridge Dr
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,150

    5694 Claridge Dr

    5694 Claridge Dr, Hickory, NC 28602
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  36. Building Photo - 709 7th Ave SW
    3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $1,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,600

    709 7th Ave SW

    709 7th Ave SW, Hickory, NC 28602
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Hickory at a Glance

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Hickory, NC Apartments for Rent

Searching for apartments for rent in Hickory? This western North Carolina city blends furniture craftsmanship heritage with emerging tech opportunities. About 60 miles northwest of Charlotte along Interstate 40, Hickory caught Reader's Digest's attention as one of the best places to live in the U.S. From modern developments in the northwest to established apartment communities near Lenoir-Rhyne University, renters can find affordable options compared to bigger North Carolina cities.

Renting in Hickory means easy access to local spots and the Charlotte region. Downtown's Union Square serves up locally-owned shops and restaurants, while the Oakwood District showcases well-preserved historic buildings. The Viewmont neighborhood puts you near retail centers and dining, with many apartment communities nearby. Lake Hickory opens up boating and fishing adventures, and Interstate 40 makes Charlotte commutes a breeze. Add in the Hickory Museum of Art and Western Piedmont Symphony, and you've got an affordable lifestyle with arts and recreation at your fingertips.

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  • Cities Average Rent
  • Hickory $1,958/mo

Education

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Catawba Valley Early College High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
370 Students
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Harry M Arndt Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
620 Students
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Northview Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
480 Students
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Grandview Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
354 Students
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Mountain View Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
708 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Hickory, NC

What are the average rent costs in Hickory, NC?

The average rent in Hickory, NC is $1,189.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Hickory, NC?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Hickory, NC is $701.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC is $1,189.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC is $1,407.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC is $1,717.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC is $1,419.

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