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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Granite countertops
  • Central heat and air
  • Built-in shelving
  • Pet-friendly
  • Large vanity

Location

Academy St, Jefferson, NC 28640, USA
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Management

BHCR dba Ashe Rental Agency

Leasing office

(336) 846-6800

Property Overview

Academy Apartments offers a strong balance of value, amenities, and location, with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, competitive pricing, and standout features like granite countertops, central heat and air, built-in shelving, and a large vanity. It also stands out for its walkable setting, nearby dining and entertainment, pet-friendly surroundings, and sustainability touches such as on-site recycling or composting and nearby parks.

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, Academy Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Academy Apartments 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

1 Bedroom Middle Units1 bed1 bath487 sqft$975 /mo2 units availableWelcome to your new home at the upscale Academy Apartments in Jefferson! This stylish 1-bedroom unit offers comfort and convenience in a prime location — just minutes from downtown Jefferson and a quick commute to Boone. Upper-level apartments also feature seasonal mountain views. Inside, enjoy an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with a neutral color scheme and sleek gray vinyl flooring throughout. The kitchen is beautifully finished with granite countertops and full-size stainless-steel appliances. A spacious laundry closet with built-in shelving includes a washer and dryer for added convenience. The bedroom offers a bright window and generous closet space, while the bathroom features a large vanity with granite countertops, a tub/shower combination, and an oversized linen closet. Community features include paved parking, water, septic, lawn maintenance, and dumpster on site — all included in the rent. Central heat and air keep you comfortable year-round. Electric utilities and Internet are tenant responsibilities. Pet-friendly for cats or small dogs under 30 lbs (limit 2 per unit, with breed and age restrictions). A monthly pet rent applies; please ask your leasing representative for details prior to applying. Optional 4x4 storage rooms are also available on-site for $30/month. To apply for this property, please email us at: ****. There is a one-time non-refundable application fee per applicant over the age of 18 that covers the cost of a background check. All inquiries are processed in the order received. If you have any questions, let us know. We look forward to working with you!

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Amenities for Academy Apartments

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
OTR MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/OvenWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Trash Dumpster Onsite

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenaceLawn Care
Online Tenant Portal

Other

Breed Restrictions ApplyWater/Septic
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Academy Apartments

HomeApartments in Jefferson Academy Apartments

Welcome to your new home at the upscale Academy Apartments in Jefferson! This stylish 1-bedroom unit offers comfort and convenience in a prime location — just minutes from downtown Jefferson and a quick commute to Boone. Upper-level apartments also feature seasonal mountain views. Inside, enjoy an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with a neutral color scheme and sleek gray vinyl flooring throughout. The kitchen is beautifully finished with granite countertops and full-size stainless-steel appliances. A spacious laundry closet with built-in shelving includes a washer and dryer for added convenience. The bedroom offers a bright window and generous closet space, while the bathroom features a large vanity with granite countertops, a tub/shower combination, and an oversized linen closet. Community features include paved parking, water, septic, lawn maintenance, and dumpster on site — all included in the rent. Central heat and air keep you comfortable year-round. Electric utilities and Internet are tenant responsibilities. Pet-friendly for cats or small dogs under 30 lbs (limit 2 per unit, with breed and age restrictions). A monthly pet rent applies; please ask your leasing representative for details prior to applying. Optional 4x4 storage rooms are also available on-site for $30/month. To apply for this property, please email us at: ****. There is a one-time non-refundable application fee per applicant over the age of 18 that covers the cost of a background check. All inquiries are processed in the order received. If you have any questions, let us know. We look forward to working with you!


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, Academy Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Academy Apartments 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 Academy Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Academy Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Academy Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including 24 hour emergency maintenace. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Academy Apartments 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.
Academy Apartments 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 Academy Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Academy Apartments is great for:

Eco living

  • 2 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property

Social life

  • 16 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 1 theater, music venue, or sports arena nearby
  • 33 mixed-use spaces nearby

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 Academy Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 2 miles away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 487 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Jefferson

1-bedroom apartments at Academy Apartments cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Jefferson.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Jefferson
A table of studio rental data trends in Jefferson
MonthMedian Rent
December 2024$1,050
January 2025$1,050
February 2025$1,050
September 2025$1,050
October 2025$1,050

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Can I afford to live at Academy St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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Schools near Academy Apartments

Mountain View Elementary School

2789 hwy 221 n

jefferson, NC, 28640

PK, K-6Public
B+

Watauga Virtual Academy

175 pioneer trail

boone, NC, 28607

K-8Public
A-
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Getting around Jefferson near Academy St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

1/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.

Points of interest for Academy St, Jefferson

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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