What are the average rent costs in Hickory, NC?

The average rent in Hickory, NC is $1,156.

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

The average rent for a studio apartment in Hickory, NC is $818.

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 $1,156.

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 $1,371.

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 $1,627.

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 $1,401.

Student Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC

169 Rentals

Good Value

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1 BED

$1,000+

2 BEDS

$1,350+

Apartments on 20th

1755 20th Avenue Dr NE, Hickory, NC 28601

Call (828) 826-2485
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1 BED

$929+

2 BEDS

$1,299+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$929 - $1,349
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$929 - $1,349

Hickory Trace Village Apartments

1250 5th St NE, Hickory, NC 28601

Call (828) 677-3337
2 BEDS

$1,460+

3 BEDS

$1,600+

Tapestry Homes

2102 24th St NE, Hickory, NC 28601

Call (828) 547-3804
1 BED

$1,203+

2 BEDS

$1,247+

3 BEDS

$1,638+

The Legends

2101-2051 21st St SE, Hickory, NC 28602

Call (828) 677-2282
1 BED

$1,299+

2 BEDS

$1,599+

3 BEDS

$1,825+

Preston Ridge

2001 Startown Rd, Hickory, NC 28602

Call (828) 827-5350
2 BEDS

$1,410+

3 BEDS

$1,550+

The Gates at Highland apartment homes

1710 8th ST Dr, Hickory, NC 28601

Call (828) 826-2354
1 BED

$1,794+

2 BEDS

$2,254+

3 BEDS

$2,209+

One North Center

1 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601

Call (828) 826-1525
1 BED

$1,365+

2 BEDS

$1,380+

3 BEDS

$1,649+

The Estates

2354 Mosteller Estate Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602

Call (828) 624-4931
2 BEDS

$1,700

STANFORD PLACE

1056 14th Avenue Cir NE, Hickory, NC 28601

Call (828) 826-1325
2 BEDS

$1,400

Laurel Forest

1721 8th Street Dr NE, Hickory, NC 28601

Call (828) 548-1651
Discounts

Discounts

3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$1,750

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,750
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,750

207 9th Ave SE Unit 207

207 9th Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602

Call (828) 624-6315
2 BEDS

$1,250+

3 BEDS

$1,375+

Highland Commons

445 11th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
1 BED

$990

The Abbey

380 9th Avenue Dr NE, Hickory, NC 28601
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$1,700

44 10th St SE

44 10th St SE, Hickory, NC 28602
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$1,695

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,695
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,695

403 15th Ave SW Unit A

403 15th Ave SW, Hickory, NC 28602
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$1,695

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,695
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,695

403 15th Ave SW Unit B

403 15th Ave SW, Hickory, NC 28602
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,000

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,000
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,000

1410 4th St Dr NW

1410 4th St Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,450

80 18th Ave NW Unit 80

80 18th Ave NW, Hickory, NC 28601

Call (443) 878-7995
1 BED, 1 BATH

$725

2102 24th St NE

2102 24th St NE, Hickory, NC 28601

Call (704) 965-9979
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,500

613 1st St SW Unit N/A

613 1st St SW, Hickory, NC 28602

Call (980) 318-4651
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,850

822 2nd St SW Unit 822

822 2nd St SW, Hickory, NC 28602

Call (843) 666-5250
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,850

824 2nd St SW Unit 824

824 2nd St SW, Hickory, NC 28602

Call (843) 666-5250
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,850

826 2nd St SW Unit 826

826 2nd St SW, Hickory, NC 28602

Call (843) 666-5250
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,000

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,000
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,000

545 12th Ave NE Unit #K

545 12th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,300

1421 6th St NE

1421 6th St NE, Hickory, NC 28601
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,295

Private 2BD/1.5BA Townhouse in Prime NW Hickory Location | Available 6/1/2026

341 8th Ave Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$985

2331 15th St NE

2331 15th St NE, Hickory, NC 28601
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,400

1423 20th Ave NE

1423 20th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,300

1410 4th St Dr NW

1410 4th St Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,500

Unit A

723 Highland Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,500

1517 28th St Pl SE

1517 28th St Pl SE, Newton, NC 28658

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Hickory at a Glance

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$1,156

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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.

Renting in Hickory

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 486 Sq Ft $818 / mo
1 Bedroom 724 Sq Ft $1,156 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,044 Sq Ft $1,371 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,270 Sq Ft $1,627 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,012 Sq Ft $1,401 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Hickory

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
The Estates at Legends 835 Sq Ft $1,485/mo
Claremont 918 Sq Ft $2,405/mo
Downtown Hickory 918 Sq Ft $2,405/mo
Ridgeview 918 Sq Ft $2,405/mo

Education

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Catawba Valley Comm. Coll.

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Lenoir-Rhyne University

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Mitchell Community College Main Campus - Statesville

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Catawba Valley Early College High School

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Grades 9-12

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Harry M Arndt Middle

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Grades 6-8

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Northview Middle

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Grades 6-8

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Grandview Middle

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Grades 6-8

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Mountain View Elementary

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5

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