Boone is the hub of the High Country, offering a vibrant downtown, Appalachian State University, everyday conveniences, and a wide range of homes.
Boone is the hub of the High Country, offering one of the best combinations of convenience, mountain living, and year-round activity. Home to Appalachian State University, Boone has an energy that feels different from surrounding towns, with a mix of full-time residents, second-home owners, retirees, and students. Downtown Boone centers around King Street, known for its local restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and walkable charm, while other shopping areas provide the everyday conveniences many buyers want.
Real estate in Boone ranges from condos and in-town neighborhoods to mountain homes with long-range views and acreage. Popular communities include Blue Ridge Mountain Club, Yonahlossee, Hound Ears, and Echota, a popular condo and townhome community located between Boone and Banner Elk. Boone is a great fit for buyers who want mountain living without feeling too remote.
There's plenty to do around Boone, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Palm Berries - Boone, Taqueria la monarca, and Kovu's Coffee.
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| Dining | 1.21 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.37 miles | 13 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.11 miles | 58 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.5 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.81 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.49 miles | 29 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.07 miles | 104 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.39 miles | 11 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.1 miles | 11 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.62 miles | 9 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.19 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.19 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Boone has 12,645 households, with an average household size of 2.33. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Boone do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 35,504 people call Boone home. The population density is 349 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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