Tallahassee

Tallahassee, FL

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Florida’s capital city is also a legendary college town

Scenic Vibrant College Town Historic Affordable Family-Friendly

Situated at the eastern-most portion of the Florida Panhandle, Tallahassee is both the state capital and a vibrant college town. Florida State University, Florida A&M University, and Tallahassee Community College are all located within the city, contributing a distinct college-town flavor to Tallahassee, with an array of educational opportunities and on-campus events like concerts, lecture series, and football games.

Tallahassee offers a wide variety of apartments available for rent, whether you’re looking to be near the university action or out in the quieter, family-friendly suburbs that surround the college-centric core. Wherever you decide to rent, you’ll enjoy a hilly topography along with lush greenery that covers the city.

Tallahassee boasts an array of suburban conveniences and small-town charms, from the bustling Governor’s Square Mall to the historic downtown and artistic midtown areas. The city also touts plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation at its scenic parks and greenways, including Cascades Park, Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park, Miccosukee Canopy Road Greenway, and JR Alford Greenway, among many others. Tallahassee is also just a short drive away from Saint Mark’s National Wildlife Refuge and Apalachicola National Forest. Quick access to I-10, U.S. 27, and U.S. 319 connects Tallahassee to the rest of Florida, nearby Georgia, and beyond.

Explore the City

Aerial view of Tallahassee

The drive to the Capitol Building

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Tallahassee, FL is $1,116 for a studio, $1,178 for one bedroom, $1,425 for two bedrooms, and $1,684 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Tallahassee has increased by 3.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,178/month
723 Sq Ft
House
$1,967/month
1,408 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,526/month
1,001 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,608/month
1,248 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

29

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Gilchrist Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

864 Students

8
out of 10

Hawks Rise Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

805 Students

8
out of 10

Killearn Lakes Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

777 Students

8
out of 10

Roberts Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

870 Students

7
out of 10

Buck Lake Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

730 Students

7
out of 10

William J Montford Iii Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

921 Students

8
out of 10

Deerlake Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

894 Students

8
out of 10

Leon County Virtual School

Public

Grades K-12

159 Students

7
out of 10

Swift Creek Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

772 Students

6
out of 10

Raa Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

855 Students

5
out of 10

Lawton Chiles High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,900 Students

7
out of 10

Leon County Virtual School

Public

Grades K-12

159 Students

7
out of 10

Leon High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,935 Students

5
out of 10

Lincoln High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,861 Students

4
out of 10

James Rickards High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,581 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Goodwood Museum and Gardens
  • Challenger Learning Center
  • Brogan Museum of Art and Science
  • Museum of Florida History
  • Pat Thomas Planetarium

Airports

  • Tallahassee International

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Living in Tallahassee

Restaurants

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Known for its college feel and cute bars and pubs, you can still find nice, upscale restaurants in the area that are within walking distance from apartments for rent. Any price point and any palate will be satisfied by some of the best restaurants in the area such as Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grill, or Food, Glorious Food. If you’re in the mood for group settings, there are always your standard restaurants that can be found all over the city and in close proximity to the malls. If you’re in the mood to have a group outing, it’s time to call up your friends and head out the one of the restaurants that are always ready for groups to come and have a great time!

Shopping

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Tallahassee is full of quaint boutiques and other specialty shops, adding to the historic charm find in small cities. There are two major malls to enjoy a complete shopping experience with major stores and restaurants. If you’re looking for things to do, you will have a great time at the Governor’s Square Mall located on the famous Apalachee Parkway, or at the Tallahassee Mall, which is located on the equally busy and famous Monroe Street. On either of these streets, you will find additional shopping venues, from boutiques to standard big-box retailers that will meet every need. Shopping has never been better!

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