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    a kitchen with a sink and a coffee maker on the counter a walk in closet in a bedroom with a mirrored closet door
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    2001 Startown Road, Hickory, NC 28602
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    1 BED $1,254+
    2 BEDS $1,509+
    3 BEDS $1,871+
    a kitchen with a sink and a coffee maker on the counter a walk in closet in a bedroom with a mirrored closet door a gym with treadmills and other exercise equipment at Preston Ridge, Hickory, NC 28602 a large apartment building with a parking lot in front of it at Preston Ridge, Hickory, NC
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    1 NORTH CENTER STREET, HICKORY, NC 28601
    1 BED $1,468+
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    4000 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601
    1 BED $1,250+
    2 BEDS $1,550+
    3 BEDS $1,850+
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    450 8Th Street Dr. Southwest, Hickory, NC 28602
    1 BED $585
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    2354 Mosteller Estate Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    1 BED $1,192+
    2 BEDS $1,451+
    3 BEDS $1,673+
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    2001 Startown Road, Hickory, NC 28602
    1 BED $1,254+
    2 BEDS $1,509+
    3 BEDS $1,871+
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    1420 4Th Street Drive, NW, Hickory, NC 28601
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    2 BEDS $325
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    1755 20Th Ave Dr NE, Hickory, NC 28601
    1 BED $1,000
    2 BEDS $1,200+
    3 BEDS $1,800
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    2354 Mosteller Estate Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    1 BED $1,365
    2 BEDS $1,675
    3 BEDS $1,975
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    2101 21St Street SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    1 BED $1,171+
    2 BEDS $1,262+
    3 BEDS $1,605+
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    2001 Startown Road, Hickory, NC 28602
    1 BED $1,254+
    2 BEDS $1,509+
    3 BEDS $1,871+
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    203 29Th Avenue NE, Hickory, NC 28601
    2 BEDS $1,955
    3 BEDS $2,175
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    4000 North Center Street, Hickory, NC 28601
    1 BED $1,000+
    2 BEDS $1,150+
    3 BEDS $1,500
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    3062 12Th Avenue SE #106, Hickory, NC 28602
    2 BEDS $1,699+
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    105 South Center Street, Hickory, NC 28602
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    2354 Mosteller Estate Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
    1 BED $1,292+
    2 BEDS $1,451+
    3 BEDS $1,673+
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    The Villas At Pebble Creek, Hickory, NC 28601
    1 BED $1,185
    2 BEDS $1,310+
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    1050 21St Ave NW #30, Hickory, NC 28601
    2 BEDS $650
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    1560 Oak Leaf Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601
    3 BEDS $1,650
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    1790 Third Avenue NW, Hickory, NC 28601
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    2400 18Th Avenue Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
    2 BEDS $545
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    1956 Adam St, Conover, NC 28613
    2 BEDS $400
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    3923 Hemingway Dr, Hickory, NC 28601
    3 BEDS $1,500
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    109 Falls Ave, Granite Falls, NC 28630
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    19 Dudley Ave, Granite Falls, NC 28630
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Average rent in Hickory, NC

$1,394/mo Hickory, NC average rental price, March 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Hickory, NC is $1,394.

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    Compared to the national average rent of $1,755, the average rent in Hickory, NC is $1,394.

    Getting around in Hickory, NC

    22 /100
    Car-Dependent
    5 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 22, Bike Score®: 5

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Hickory, NC last updated?

    Prices and availability in Hickory, NC were last updated on 16 Apr 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Hickory, NC?

    The best apartments in Hickory, NC are: Preston Ridge, One North Center, Landon Green Artisan Cottages, Redwood Hickory and The Villas at Pebble Creek.

    What is the average rent in Hickory, NC?

    The average rent in Hickory, NC is $1,345.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC is between $325 and $2,429.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC is between $325 and $2,757.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC is between $1,000 and $3,188.

    What type of rental buildings are in Hickory, NC?

    In Hickory 44% of the housing is rented out compared to 56% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 8% of Hickory’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 68% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 18% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Hickory, NC?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Hickory are about 25 years old, on average. Of these, 38% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 5% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Hickory, NC?

    Rental apartments in Hickory come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0.1% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 24% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 62% of all rentals in Hickory. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

    Living in Hickory, NC

    With Lake Hickory to the north, the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west, and three large parks, the apartments and houses for rent in Hickory are in a quiet and beautiful part of the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton metro area. Renters in Hickory are 60 miles northwest of Charlotte, 77 miles east of Asheville and 115 miles southwest of Greenville. Plus, Route 321 runs through the southwest and I-40 runs south, which make exploring the metro area easy. With numerous trails, a vibrant downtown, local art galleries and live theater, renting in Hickory is more than a place to commute. Manufacturing, medical, retail, and real estate development industries are thriving here. Additionally, with its beautiful mountain ranges, renters in Hickory experience more rain than average.

    Renting in Hickory, NC

    Renters in Hickory have a wide selection of houses for rent across eight beautiful neighborhoods, with most apartment rentals to the north and east. Specifically, the northeastern neighborhood of Claremont has single-family and multifamily houses for rent, while rentals in nearby Highland are closer to the industrial side of town. To the northwest, Forest Hills has traditional, ranch and split-level houses for rent, while the adjacent neighborhood of Lakeland Park has ranch houses and modern architectural rentals. Notably, the homes for rent in Ridgeview share the most scenic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Or, the single-family houses and apartments for rent in West Hickory are near manufacturing and shopping districts. And, Green Park has affordable single-family and multifamily houses for rent in a quiet area of town that remains close to shopping.

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    Shopping in Hickory, NC

    The most popular shopping destination when renting in Hickory is Valley Hills Mall. Renters also go to Roses; Kohl's; T.J.Maxx; and Barnes & Noble at places like the Shops on the Square, Valley Crossing, Shoppes at Rivercrest, Gateway Plaza, Hickory Plaza, North Pointe Shopping Center and Longview Crossing. Further contributing to the local economy are small stores such as Adrienne's Premiere Consignment, Hickory Antiques Mall, Aqua B Boutique, Barley Market Hickory, The Hickory Tree, Blue Phoenix Vinyl Boutique and Bumblebee Interiors. Rentals are also close to big-box stores like Target, Walmart, and Walgreens, as well as grocery stores like Food Lion; Lowe's Foods; Aldi; Publix; Piggly Wiggly; Fast & Fresh Store; Propst Superette; and Golden Kings Market. Meanwhile, renters in Hickory recommend eating at Duke's Restaurant and Wine Bar; Mas Amor Cantina; Café Gouda; and the must-try Mediterranean menu at Boca.

    Transportation in Hickory, NC

    Catawba Fixed Routes 3 and 4 - provided by Greenway Public Transportation - take renters in Hickory past the local hospital, mall, Walmart and Neighborhood Market grocery store. Similarly, Route 3 loops northwest by the Salvation Army, while Route 4 takes renters southeast to downtown Newton. However, renters mostly commute to Charlotte by personal vehicle. Senior renters and renters with a disability can also schedule complementary paratransit services. Alternatively, renters find affordable local flights at Hickory Regional Airport, while the closest major airport when renting in Hickory is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (50 miles southeast via I-85). Finally, Uber and Lyft are the two ridesharing services available when renting in Hickory.

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