Appalachian State University

Boone, NC

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Appalachian State University - Boone, NC

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Appalachian State University was founded in 1899, characterized by a pioneering spirit necessary to endure the hardships presented by the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. The same spirit continues today, with a focus on creating a sustainable future for all as engaged global citizens. One of 16 universities in the University of North Carolina system, App State aims to deliver the Southeast’s best comprehensive and progressive education, offering more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

App State’s students, faculty, and staff help shape the surrounding real estate market in the small mountain town of Boone, so there are plenty of apartments, cottages, and houses available for rent near campus.

The Mountaineers sports teams, competing in the NCAA Division I Sun Belt Conference, bond the ASU community in addition to numerous art galleries, service opportunities, performing arts series, concerts, comedy shows, and outdoor adventure options on campus. Charlotte is just a two-hour drive from campus, should you crave the occasional bustle of city life.

Rent Trends

As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Boone, NC is $820 for a studio, $1,106 for one bedroom, $1,453 for two bedrooms, and $2,447 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Boone has increased by 4.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 364 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $820/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 663 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,106/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 888 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,453/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 474 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,447/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

48

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

24

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Hardin Park Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

851 Students

7
out of 10

Parkway Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

647 Students

6
out of 10

Green Valley Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

309 Students

4
out of 10

Hardin Park Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

851 Students

7
out of 10

Parkway Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

647 Students

6
out of 10

Green Valley Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

309 Students

4
out of 10

Watauga High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,272 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Geology Teaching Museum
  • Daniel Boone Native Gardens
  • The Children's Playhouse
  • Elk Knob State Park
  • Hawksnest Resort

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.