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PET FRIENDLY$800 - $1,025/mo
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1 BathHickory Square Apartments | 1820 20th Avenue Dr NE #33,
Hickory, NC 28601
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,025 - $1,625/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Village at Catawba Ridge | 1655 20th Avenue Dr NE #2a2cb72f5,
Hickory, NC 28601
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,050 - $1,170/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsColonial House Apartments | 818 2nd Street Pl NE #80,
Hickory, NC 28601
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NEW - 4 HRS AGOPET FRIENDLY$1,150 - $1,620/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsArgyle Place Apartment Homes | 2830 16th St NE #bccc49c90,
Hickory, NC 28601
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Average Rent Trends in Hickory, NC
Rent in Hickory, NC varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $1,295 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,350 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,299 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,495 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,442 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,480 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,412 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,475 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,430 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,400 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,500 |
| May 2026 | $1,400 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,162 | $1,300 | $1,669 | $2,251 | $1,537 |
| Townhomes | $975 | $1,400 | $1,645 | — | $1,609 |
| Apartments and Condos | $875 | $1,100 | $1,595 | $3,600 | $1,100 |
| Houses | $1,100 | $1,400 | $1,721 | $2,251 | $1,721 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Hickory, NC
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Hickory, NC?The average rent of an apartment in Hickory, NC is $1,349 per month. This is about 30% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Hickory, NC?The average rent of a house in Hickory, NC is $1,721 per month. This is about 11% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Hickory, NC?The average rent of a townhome in Hickory, NC is $1,609 per month. This is about 17% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Hickory, NC?In the last year, the average rent in Hickory, NC was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $1,261 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Hickory, NC?In the last year, the average rent in Hickory, NC was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $1,495 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Hickory, NC?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Hickory, NC is $1,162 per month. That is about $167 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Hickory, NC?There are 119 available rental listings in Hickory, NC.
- What are some neighborhoods in Hickory, NC?Some neighborhoods in Hickory, NC include: St. Stephens, Mountain View, Westmont, Highland, Claremont.
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