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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • Open floor plan
  • Stylish finishes
  • Contemporary kitchen
  • Spacious layout
  • Updated flooring

Location

1208 Major St, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Property Overview

1208Major presents an impressive blend of features and ratings. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.3 and a competitive price rating of 10, it highlights an excellent balance of value and amenities, supported by an amenities rating of 8 and a location rating of 9 that underscores its convenience. Noteworthy details include an open floor plan, stylish finishes, and updated flooring, making it a prime option for discerning renters.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1208Major is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1208Major 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

  • More space

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath450 sqft$750 /mo1 unit availableThis huge 450 SQFT studio offers a sleek, modern living space with an open floor plan, abundant natural light, and stylish finishes. Featuring updated flooring, a contemporary kitchen, and a spacious layout, this unit is perfect for comfortable living. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and public transportation. Move-in ready

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About 1208Major

HomeApartments in Normal 1208Major

This huge 450 SQFT studio offers a sleek, modern living space with an open floor plan, abundant natural light, and stylish finishes. Featuring updated flooring, a contemporary kitchen, and a spacious layout, this unit is perfect for comfortable living. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and public transportation. Move-in ready


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1208Major is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1208Major 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 1208Major
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.
1208Major 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, 1208Major 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.
1208Major 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 1208Major does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1208Major provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1208Major is great for:

Social life

  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 39 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 21 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 1208Major compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 50 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Normal

studio apartments at 1208Major cost about the same as the average rent price for studio apartments in Normal.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Normal
A table of studio rental data trends in Normal
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$863
December 2023$842
January 2024$767
February 2024$725
March 2024$762
April 2024$733
May 2024$829
June 2024$828
July 2024$807
August 2024$866
September 2024$805
October 2024$744
November 2024$734
December 2024$722
January 2025$775
February 2025$787
March 2025$789
April 2025$797
May 2025$806
June 2025$863
July 2025$771
August 2025$761
September 2025$750
October 2025$750

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$30,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near 1208Major

Oakdale Elementary School

601 s adelaide st

normal, IL, 61761

K-5Public
B-

Brigham Elementary School

201 brigham school rd

bloomington, IL, 61704

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Normal near 1208 Major St

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1208 Major St, Normal

Groceries

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

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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