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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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(872) 215-2420

Property Overview

1208Major offers a well-rounded living experience with an open floor plan, stylish finishes, a contemporary kitchen, spacious layout, and updated flooring. Its strong overall Zumper rating, excellent price score, high location score, and solid amenities score point to a competitively priced property in a highly convenient setting.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” 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.

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath400 sqft$785 /mo1 unit available

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About 1208Major

HomeApartments in Normal 1208Major

1208Major cost $785 per month. Located at 1208 Major St, Normal, IL 61761, USA, 1208Major has studio bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of studio in Normal, renting an apartment at 1208Major is 4% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Normal include but are not limited to: 337 Riley Dr, 6 Willedrob Rd, 321 Riley Dr, 201 S Regency Dr


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.

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Normal

studio apartments at 1208Major cost about 4% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Normal.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Normal
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$817
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
November 2025$750
December 2025$754
January 2026$760
February 2026$755
March 2026$816
April 2026$882
May 2026$959
June 2026$862

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1208 Major St?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,400 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $785.
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Schools near 1208Major

Oakdale Elementary School

601 s adelaide st

normal, IL, 61761

K-5Public
B-

Thomas Metcalf School

isu campus box 7000

normal, IL, 61790

PK, K-8Public
A+

Scott Early Learning Center

1119 e taylor st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Brigham Elementary School

201 brigham school rd

bloomington, IL, 61704

PKPublic

Congerville Elementary School

310 e kauffman st

congerville, IL, 61729

K-4Public
A
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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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