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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Modern appliances
  • Professionally managed
  • Spacious townhomes
  • Updated flooring
  • Easily access

Location

445 11th Ave Ne, Hickory, NC 28601, USA
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Management

Kinley Residential, Inc.

Leasing office

(828) 838-1151

Property Overview

Highland Commons offers a strong value with a high expert rating, competitive pricing, and a solid mix of amenities and location convenience. It features modern appliances, updated flooring, spacious townhomes, professional management, and easy access, with nearby schools and a grocery store adding to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Highland Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Highland Commons has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2 bed 1 bath older unit2 bed1.5 bath850 sqft$1,250 /mo1 unit availableNestled in Hickory, NC, Highland Commons Apartments, is ideally located within walking distance of Lenoir-Rhyne University and within minutes of restaurants, shops, grocery stores, Lake Hickory and top employers, such as; Frye Regional Hospital, Shurtape Technologies and Pepsi Bottling Company. We are a short ride to area attractions such as, Asheville, Biltmore Estate, Boone, Blue Ridge Parkway. We have the convenience of everything without the price tag. Move-In Special: $500 Deposit + Second Full Month FREE
3 bed 1.5 bath Newly remodeled3 bed1.5 bath1,050 sqft$1,325–$1,375 /mo2 units availableNestled in Hickory, NC, Highland Commons Apartments, is ideally located within walking distance of Lenoir-Rhyne University and within minutes of restaurants, shops, grocery stores, Lake Hickory and top employers, such as; Frye Regional Hospital, Shurtape Technologies and Pepsi Bottling Company. We are a short ride to area attractions such as, Asheville, Biltmore Estate, Boone, Blue Ridge Parkway. We have the convenience of everything without the price tag. Move-In Special: $500 Deposit + Second Full Month FREE! If you don’t qualify right away, we partner with CoSign, which may help applicants with credit challenges or one prior eviction qualify.

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Amenities for Highland Commons

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Highland Commons

HomeApartments in Hickory Highland Commons

Welcome to Highland Commons Apartments, your ideal home nestled in the heart of Hickory, NC. Perfectly located within walking distance of Lenoir-Rhyne University, our community offers the convenience of being just minutes from local restaurants, shopping, grocery stores, and the serene Lake Hickory. Top employers, including Frye Regional Hospital, Shurtape Technologies, and Pepsi Bottling Company, are also nearby. Whether you're looking to explore Asheville, the Biltmore Estate, Boone, or the Blue Ridge Parkway, our location provides easy access to some of the region's best attractions. At Highland Commons, we offer spacious 2 and 3-bedroom townhomes, featuring updated flooring, modern appliances, fresh paint, and a friendly, attentive staff. Experience all the benefits of a prime location without the hefty price tag. Prices are subject to change without notice. Come see why Highland Commons is the perfect place to call home! This property is professionally managed by Kinley Residential, INC.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Highland Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Highland Commons has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Highland Commons
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Highland Commons offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Highland Commons is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Highland Commons is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Highland Commons does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Highland Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Hickory

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Highland Commons to be 2% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Hickory.

3-bedroom apartments at Highland Commons cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Hickory.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Hickory
A table of studio rental data trends in Hickory
MonthMedian Rent
March 2025$899
April 2025$899
November 2025$1,000
December 2025$1,000
January 2026$1,000
February 2026$1,000
March 2026$996
April 2026$980
May 2026$938
June 2026$892
July 2026$872
August 2026$850
September 2026$850

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near Highland Commons

Hickory High School

1234 3rd st ne

hickory, NC, 28601

PK, 9-12Public
B

Oakwood Elementary School

366 4th st nw

hickory, NC, 28601

PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Hickory near 445 11th Ave Ne

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Points of interest for 445 11th Ave Ne, Hickory

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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