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1655 20th Avenue Drive Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,025–$1,625
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Available Mar 5
1d ago
420 17th St Nw, Hickory, NC 28601
Dishwasher | Outdoor space | Microwave
3 beds
2 baths
$1,611–$1,964
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1d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,016–$2,198
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3d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$850–$1,075
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3h ago
2354 Mosteller Estate Ave Se, Hickory, NC 28602
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,256–$2,776
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1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,738–$2,432
Price drop
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1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Hickory
2273 18th Ave Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
Dishwasher | Outdoor space | Microwave
3 beds
2 baths
$1,717–$1,881
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1d ago
44 44 10th St SE, Hickory, NC 28602
Dishwasher | Outdoor space | Microwave
3 beds
2 baths
$1,669–$2,133
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2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,460–$1,700
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1d ago
4th Street Dr Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
Dishwasher | Microwave
3 beds
1 bath
$1,545–$1,881
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Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
Garage Parking
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,095
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2d ago
112 29th Avenue Drive Northwest, Hickory, NC 28601
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$985–$1,680
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2d ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,595–$1,895
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,595
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$800
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2d ago
Highland townhouse for rent in Hickory
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,210
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2d ago
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2171 6th St Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
In-unit laundry | On-site management | Package service
3 beds
2 baths
$1,995
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$800
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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,300
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2d ago
Apartment for rent in Hickory
2 beds
2 baths
$1,750
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2d ago
House for rent in Hickory
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,200
House for rent
3d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$590–$1,025
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3d ago
Viewmont apartment for rent in Hickory
On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$800
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3d ago
Viewmont apartment for rent in Hickory
In-unit laundry | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$1,100
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3d ago
2287 9th Avenue Dr Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Ceiling fan
3 beds
2 baths
$1,585
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3d ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,250–$1,375
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3d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,525
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3d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$1,430
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3d ago
House for rent in Hickory
3 beds
2 baths
$1,700
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,690
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4d ago
Apartment for rent in Hickory
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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5d+ ago
1710 8th Street Dr Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$1,410–$1,460
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Hickory
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,195
$1,125
Price drop
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5d+ ago
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182 37th Avenue Pl Nw, Hickory, NC 28601
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,245
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,390
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Hickory
On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,300
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Hickory
2753 34th Street Pl Ne #A, Hickory, NC 28601
Walk-in closets | Package service | Dishwasher
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,575
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5d+ ago
Highland townhouse for rent in Hickory
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,045
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Hickory
Studio
1 bath
$995
Condo for rent
Available May 5
5d+ ago
Forest Hills house for rent in Hickory
3 beds
3 baths
$1,800
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Hickory
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,750
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
3 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Hickory
3971 Newhall Dr Nw, Hickory, NC 28601
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Carpet
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,425
House for rent
5d+ ago
Ridgeview townhouse for rent in Hickory
613 1st St Sw #NA, Hickory, NC 28602
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Carpet
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,500
House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
735 8th Avenue Ct Se #NA, Hickory, NC 28602
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$1,795
House for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Hickory
1561 14th Ave Ne #B, Hickory, NC 28601
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Storage
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,550
House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
5 beds
4 baths
$8,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Hickory
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,600
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Hickory
Outdoor space
Studio
0 baths
$900
Condo for rent
Available Mar 22
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In Hickory, NC, locals appreciate the blend of urban amenities and suburban feel. Many enjoy the outdoor activities available, including parks and nearby hiking trails. The cost of living is often noted as reasonable, and residents like the access to shopping and dining options. However, some express concerns about the limited entertainment choices for younger demographics and the occasional traffic congestion. Overall, Hickory is seen as a comfortable place to live, particularly for families seeking a quieter lifestyle with essential conveniences close by.
Hickory's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,300 monthly. These figures reflect the current market conditions across the city's available inventory.
Rents in Hickory, NC have been increasing, with a moderate overall rise of 4.8% in 2024. Specifically, 1-bedroom apartments have seen a significant increase of 28.2%, while 2-bedroom apartments have increased by 1.7%.
November and December offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Hickory, with November seeing the lowest rents of the year. December is the least competitive month with lower overall demand, while these months can result in prices approximately 8% lower than September's peak rates.
Kenworth generates the highest consumer interest, drawing 1.14 times more inquiries than the market average with strong appeal among renters. Viewmont and West Hickory - Westmont offer excellent pet-friendly living with comprehensive amenities, while Kenworth and Viewmont feature high walk scores and well-developed street infrastructure for active lifestyles.
West Hickory - Westmont offers the best value with one-bedroom apartments averaging around $950 per month, running 4% below the city median. Kenworth provides another affordable option at around $980 monthly for one-bedrooms, just 1% under the median while maintaining strong consumer appeal.
Hickory offers strong pet-friendly options with 36% of available apartments welcoming pets. Viewmont and West Hickory - Westmont neighborhoods specifically cater to pet owners with features like pet space for beds, pet-safe windows, outdoor spaces, no breed restrictions, nearby dog parks, and pet waste stations throughout the areas.
Utilities are rarely included in Hickory rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of available listings across all apartment sizes. Two-bedroom apartments have the highest rate of utility inclusion at approximately 0.09% of listings, while other bedroom types show similarly minimal rates of utility-inclusive rent.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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