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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Refrigerator
  • Open-concept living room and kitchen
  • Open-concept living room and kitchen
  • Spacious bathroom
  • Spacious bathroom

Location

131 Winklers Creek Rd, Boone, NC 28607, USA
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Management

Boone High Country Rentals, LLC

Leasing office

(828) 262-4646

Property Overview

University Square Apartments is highly rated with an overall score of 8.6, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent value for the amenities offered. With notable features like open-concept living spaces and spacious bathrooms, alongside a strong emphasis on pet friendliness and a trustworthiness rating of 8, this property stands out in terms of location convenience and quality of life for residents.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, University Square Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University Square 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

  • Less expensive
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,125 /mo1 unit availableThis unit is in the PERFECT location, right in the middle of town. As a true 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom floorplan, it's a rare find! Located off of Blowing Rock Rd next to Winklers Creek, you'll have easy access to App State, local businesses, and shopping. Walk inside to the open concept living room and kitchen. The living room is generously sized with a coat closet. Rustic wood cabinets are the highlight of the kitchen. Down the hall you'll find a spacious bathroom with a combination tub/shower. There are 2 closets in the hall with the bedroom to the right. This unit has been freshly painted. The security deposit is typically the same amount as the rental rate and there is an administrative fee of $75 per person. Additionally, this complex is pet friendly for 1 pet, with a non-refundable $250 pet fee and $25 monthly pet rent. Contact our leasing representative for restrictions. Refrigerator and stove are provided. No washer or dryer on site. Utilities are the tenant's responsibility. There is a dumpster onsite for tenants to use for household trash. Parking is included, with limited guest parking available. Because of the location, a floodplain acknowledgment must be signed prior to lease signing. Alternative parking is provided during heavy rainfall. Heat is electric baseboard, no AC. To apply for this property, please email us at: ****. In order to send your application, we will need the first and last name, email address, and phone number for you and everyone who may be applying with you. 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 University Square Apartments

Appliances

OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceLawn Care
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Applicants

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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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HomeApartments in Boone University Square Apartments

This unit is in the PERFECT location, right in the middle of town. As a true 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom floorplan, it's a rare find! Located off of Blowing Rock Rd next to Winklers Creek, you'll have easy access to App State, local businesses, and shopping. Walk inside to the open concept living room and kitchen. The living room is generously sized with a coat closet. Rustic wood cabinets are the highlight of the kitchen. Down the hall you'll find a spacious bathroom with a combination tub/shower. There are 2 closets in the hall with the bedroom to the right. This unit has been freshly painted. The security deposit is typically the same amount as the rental rate and there is an administrative fee of $75 per person. Additionally, this complex is pet friendly for 1 pet, with a non-refundable $250 pet fee and $25 monthly pet rent. Contact our leasing representative for restrictions. Refrigerator and stove are provided. No washer or dryer on site. Utilities are the tenant's responsibility. There is a dumpster onsite for tenants to use for household trash. Parking is included, with limited guest parking available. Because of the location, a floodplain acknowledgment must be signed prior to lease signing. Alternative parking is provided during heavy rainfall. Heat is electric baseboard, no AC. To apply for this property, please email us at: ****. In order to send your application, we will need the first and last name, email address, and phone number for you and everyone who may be applying with you. 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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, University Square Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University Square 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 University Square Apartments
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.
University Square Apartments 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.
University Square Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including 24 hour emergency maintenance. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, University Square 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.
University Square 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 University Square 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.

University Square Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Pet deposit required
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services 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 University Square Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in Boone

1-bedroom apartments at University Square Apartments cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Boone.

Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
Boone
A table of studio rental data trends in Boone
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$941
March 2024$935
July 2024$910
August 2024$1,071
March 2025$1,307
April 2025$1,307
May 2025$1,313
June 2025$1,150
November 2025$1,311
December 2025$1,349
January 2026$1,220
February 2026$1,125

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,125.
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Schools near University Square Apartments

Hardin Park Elementary School

361 jefferson rd

boone, NC, 28607

PK, K-8Public
A

Watauga Virtual Academy

175 pioneer trail

boone, NC, 28607

K-8Public
A-
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Getting around Boone near 131 Winklers Creek Rd

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

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 131 Winklers Creek Rd, Boone

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

1/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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