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Apartments for Rent in Hickory, NC under $1200

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    1420 4Th Street Drive, NW, Hickory, NC 28601
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    4000 North Center Street, Hickory, NC 28601
    1 BED $1,100
    2 BEDS $1,150+
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    105 South Center Street, Hickory, NC 28602
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a black counter top
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    1755 20Th Ave Dr NE, Hickory, NC 28601
    1 BED $1,000
    2 BEDS $1,200+
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    450 8Th Street Dr. Southwest, Hickory, NC 28602
    1 BED $585
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    1050 21St Ave NW #30, Hickory, NC 28601
    2 BEDS $650
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    543 11Th St SW, Hickory, NC 28602
    1 BED $575
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    41 36Th St NW, Hickory, NC 28601
    2 BEDS $1,100
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    6679 Springbrook Ave, Hickory, NC 28602
    2 BEDS $750
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    1543 14Th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
    2 BEDS $1,195
  • 1011 12Th Street Northeast 1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    1011 12Th Street Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
    1 BED $450+
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  • 2640 17Th Avenue Northeast 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    2640 17Th Avenue Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
    3 BEDS $650
  • 2400 18Th Avenue Northeast 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    2400 18Th Avenue Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
    2 BEDS $545
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    1790 Third Avenue NW, Hickory, NC 28601
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  • A kitchen with white appliances and blue cabinets.
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    2115 27Th Ave Dr NE, Hickory, NC 28601
    2 BEDS $900

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  • 1956 Adam St 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    1956 Adam St, Conover, NC 28613
    2 BEDS $400
  • 4877 Charlotte St Studio Apartment for Rent
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    4877 Charlotte St, Conover, NC 28613
    STUDIO $925
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    50 Riverside Dr., Hickory, NC 28601
    1 BED $895
    2 BEDS $1,160
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    3752 Dry Ponds Rd, Granite Falls, NC 28630
    4 BEDS $1,100
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    1205 1St Ave South, Conover, NC 28613
    3 BEDS $1,200
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    717 Sandalwood Court, Newton, NC 28658-1847
    1 BED $709
    2 BEDS $736
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    815 East 1St Street, Newton, NC 28658
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    1655 Cajah Mountain Rd, Hudson, NC 28638
    2 BEDS $925
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    105 Willow Run Drive, Morganton, NC 28655
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    1 BED $582
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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 23 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Hickory, NC?

The best apartments in Hickory, NC are: Landon Green Artisan Cottages, Preston Ridge, The Legends, The Estates at Legends and Viewmont Square.

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.

Renting apartments in Hickory, NC under $1,800

Searching for apartments for rent in Hickory, NC under $1,800 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Hickory, NC, where the average rent is $1,656 per month, there are 177 units available for less than $1,800. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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