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1329 Nylic St

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Tallahassee, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tallahassee, FL

Pricing Updated: 04/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tallahassee, FL area range in price from $294 to $4,125 with an overall median price of $1,726. The three Tallahassee neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Eastern Panhandle at $1,050, Cascade Lake at $508, and Gunn Quarters at $880. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tallahassee Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Eastern Panhandle$1,050$1,0501
Cascade Lake$1,099$50870
Gunn Quarters$1,247$8803
Jackson Heights$1,247$8803
King Street Heights$1,247$8803
Clemons Road$1,260$9203
Chapel Ridge$1,307$499220
Forest Heights$1,307$499244
Griffin Heights$1,307$499182
Hartsfield Village$1,307$499338

Cheapest Available Tallahassee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tallahassee, FL is a 4 Beds unit found at The Social 2700 in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood priced from $499. The Capitol in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $540. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tallahassee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Social 2700Addison4BR,4BA$499
The Capitol4BR/4BA4BR,4BA$540
Altura Student LivingPrivate Entrance1BR,1BA$650
Arive 850Bedroom C1BR,1BA$715
Campus RowTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$739
Lodge27651 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Altera 31001 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$800
Gardens at South City1x11BR,1BA$815
Terra Lake Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
The Lakes at San Marcos Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$871

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tallahassee, FL

As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tallahassee area is the $0.38 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 4 Bath Model at Hayden Commons in the in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value Tallahassee apartment is the 4/4 Upgrade Model at The Landing At Appleyard starting at $764 with a $0.48 price per square foot in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tallahassee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hayden Commons4 Bedroom 4 Bath4BR,4BA$0.38
The Landing At Appleyard4/4 Upgrade4BR,4BA$0.48
The Venetian Student Living4x4 Deluxe Furnished Flat4BR,4BA$0.56
The Boulevard at Tallahassee - Student Living3x33BR,3BA$0.43
The Preserve At San Luis3/3 with Wood-Style Flooring3BR,3.5BA$0.45
Forum Tallahassee4x4 - D1S4BR,4BA$0.49
Polo Club Tallahassee3-3thq3BR,3BA$0.61
Bradford Oaks4x24BR,2BA$0.33
The Capitol2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$0.67
Whitehall Student Apartmentsby the bedroom3BR,2BA$0.62

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Tallahassee Overview

The state capital of the Sunshine State, Tallahassee is located in Leon County in the center of Florida's panhandle. Tallahassee has a vibrant culture with a deep-rooted history that offers countless opportunities to residents and visitors alike. The city has grown into an important center for business and agriculture for Florida due to its proximity to both Alabama and Georgia. Florida State University, Florida A&M and several other universities are located in Tallahassee, providing the city with a youthful, college-town vibe. Whether your looking for homes or apartments in Tallahassee, you are sure to find the perfect fit!

Why live in Tallahassee, FL?

Tallahassee's culture is made up of a unique blend of influences. First of all, the city has the benefits of a big city mixed with the youthful energy of a college town. This combined with a rich history and heritage makes it a wonderful place to call home. Once you've found the perfect apartment in Tallahassee, the city also provides residents with a vibrant indie art scene, excellent local cuisine and nightlife along with several places to get out and enjoy nature. Tallahassee has something for everyone.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Tallahassee, FL

Ranked #9

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Tallahassee, FL

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tallahassee Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Tallahassee?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tallahassee is under $871.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tallahassee?

The cheapest apartment in Tallahassee is Altura Student Living which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Tallahassee costs $1,726.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tallahassee?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11,706 regular apartments in Tallahassee that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Tallahassee?

Cheap apartments in Tallahassee have an average cost of $564 which is $1,162 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tallahassee.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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