485 W Madison St
485 W Madison St,
Monticello, FL 32344
$2,000 | 3 Beds
Enjoy life in a relaxed, small town within commuting distance of central Tallahassee when you choose an apartment in Monticello's Eastern Panhandle. Set about 30 miles away from the city, the Eastern Panhandle area stretches from the Georgia state line to the Gulf of Mexico and contains natural wonders such as the Aucilla Wildlife Management Area and Saint Marks Wildlife Refuge.
Bordering the Apalachee Bay, Aucilla Wildlife Management Area is heavily forested and includes hiking trails, spring swimming, and river kayaking and canoeing. Saint Marks Wildlife Refuge features a lighthouse, a boat ramp, hiking trails, fishing, and birdwatching -- it is a wintering habitat for a variety of migratory birds. The refuge covers 70,000 acres and about 43 miles of coastline.
While primarily rural, the Eastern Panhandle features clusters of homes and apartments in Monticello and other small communities such as Drifton and Waukeenah. Brick House Eatery in downtown Monticello is a local gathering place. It serves up a diverse selection of American food in a traditional diner setting.
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Eastern Panhandle is $443 for one bedroom, and $485 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Eastern Panhandle has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
1 BR
750 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$443/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,000 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$485/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
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Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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