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Pet Friendly
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1202 8th St, Boone, IA 50036, USA
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Property Overview
1202 8th Street offers an excellent value for money, ranking in the 85.71 percentile among local properties. It features a virtual tour and is ideally situated near top-rated schools, with the nearest high school only 0.71 miles away and a middle school even closer at 0.62 miles. The property is particularly beneficial for pet owners and those working from home, offering convenient amenities such as nearby pet services and utilities included in the rent, along with high-speed internet in a quiet environment.
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.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Laundry available on site
Great for
Work-from-home
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 620 sqft | $825 /mo | 1 unit available | This two-bedroom apartment in downtown Boone offers plenty of space in a great location. This apartment has been freshly painted, had new carpets installed and deep cleaned throughout. This building sits just across the street from Hy-Vee and Boone Hardware and only two blocks from the Boone County Fairgrounds. With easy access to highway 30, this home is also perfect for commuters looking for a quiet home. Tenant is responsible for Electric ($67.39 average based on past use) & TV/Internet Coin-operated washer and dryer located in the building Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=dGU1RAXkybE |
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Amenities for 1202 8th Street
Apartment Amenities
| Gas | Trash |
| Water |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry | Sewer |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
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About 1202 8th Street
This two-bedroom apartment in downtown Boone offers plenty of space in a great location. This apartment has been freshly painted, had new carpets installed and deep cleaned throughout. This building sits just across the street from Hy-Vee and Boone Hardware and only two blocks from the Boone County Fairgrounds. With easy access to highway 30, this home is also perfect for commuters looking for a quiet home. Tenant is responsible for Electric ($67.39 average based on past use) & TV/Internet Coin-operated washer and dryer located in the building Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=dGU1RAXkybE
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.
8.5
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1202 8th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1202 8th Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
1202 8th Street 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·9A 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.
1202 8th Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1202 8th Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1202 8th Street 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 1202 8th Street 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.
1202 8th Street 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.
1202 8th Street is great for:
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 1202 8th Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Boone
2-bedroom apartments at 1202 8th Street cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boone.
Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Boone
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $575 |
| April 2024 | $450 |
| June 2024 | $575 |
| July 2024 | $575 |
| November 2024 | $575 |
| December 2024 | $475 |
| January 2025 | $475 |
| November 2025 | $450 |
| December 2025 | $475 |
| January 2026 | $517 |
| February 2026 | $476 |
| March 2026 | $500 |
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Can I afford to live at 1202 8th St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$33,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $825.
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Schools near 1202 8th Street
Page Elementary School
102 s boone st
boone, IA, 50036
PK, K-1Public
B-
Franklin Elementary School
1903 crawford st
boone, IA, 50036
2-4Public
B
Lincoln Elementary School
711 w mamie eisenhower
boone, IA, 50036
PK, K-1Public
B-
Madrid Elementary Preschool
201 n main st
madrid, IA, 50156
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Boone near 1202 8th St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 1202 8th St, Boone
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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