
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwood Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL from $800 (6 Rentals)
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Southwood, Tallahassee, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southwood Studio Apartments | $1,042 | $985 | $1,099 |
Southwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $815 | $3,277 |
Southwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $933 | $3,640 |
Southwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $1,040 | $4,109 |
Southwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $1,770 | $1,770 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwood Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL.
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Cheapest Available Southwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwood area of Tallahassee, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Gardens at South City priced from $815. Glen Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $933. Here are the most affordable Southwood apartments for rent in Tallahassee, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Gardens at South City | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
Glen Oaks Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $933 |
Parkway Square Apartments | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwood, FL
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwood area is the $1.20 price per square foot Patio Home Model at Lakeside at Southwood in the in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood starting from $2,742. The second greatest value Southwood apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Capital Grand starting at $1,431 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Southeast Tallahassee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lakeside at Southwood | Patio Home | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Capital Grand | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Grove Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
MAA Southwood | Mossy Oak | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
The Savoy at Southwood | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Lullwater at Blair Stone | Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Glen Oaks Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
Twin Oaks at Southwood | Daylily | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Blairstone at Governor's Square | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Gardens at South City | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwood, Tallahassee, FL
Ranked #97
Among neighborhoods in Tallahassee, FL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Southwood Neighborhood in Tallahassee, FL
Walk Score®
29 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
17 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Southwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwood is at Parkway Square Apartments listed at $985.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwood Apartment is $815 at Gardens at South City.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwood is starting from $933 at Glen Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Glen Oaks Apartments and starts from $1,040.
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