
Cheap Homes for Rent in Leon County, FL from $400 (121 Rentals)
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2210 Amelia Cir

813 W Brevard St

1520 High Rd

610 Pope St

1956 Corvallis Ave

106 Dixie Dr

786 Timberwood Cir E, Unit Down Stairs, Unit Down Stairs

2195 Timberwood Cir N, Unit A, Unit A

2022 Trimble Rd, Unit 3
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1329 Nylic St, Unit 2A

3244 Sugar Berry Way

3249 Sawtooth Dr

1928 Corvallis Ave

1329 Nylic St, Unit 1A1

1956 Bloomington Ave

2428 Beechnut Ln

2022 Trimble Rd, Unit 1

1501 Branch St

1329 Nylic St
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207 Lovelace Dr

1329 Nylic St, Unit 1A1

1505 Hudson St

2544 Bilbrey Dr

215 Lovelace Dr

1322 California St

5576 Aenon Ln

1539-15E1 Paul Russell Rd

414 Hayden Rd

1207 N Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.
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2040 Hollywood Dr

5015 Oleander Dr

329 Mabry St

217 Columbia Dr

1240 Levy Ave

639 1/2 Stiles Ave

637 Stiles Ave

1702 Sunbeam Ln

317 Mabry St, Unit 1013

2873 Jim Lee Rd
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1911 Pasco Ct

410 E Carolina St

2218 Magnolia Cir

2007 Bradford Ct

2350 Horne Ave

1510 Milton St

1612 M L King Jr Blvd

705 E College Ave

216 Dixie Dr

110 Chapel Dr
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Leon County, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Leon County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leon County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,387 | $850 | $2,500 |
| Leon County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,947 | $495 | $3,850 |
| Leon County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,451 | $550 | $4,500 |
| Leon County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,085 | $2,000 | $4,250 |
| Leon County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,800 | $4,800 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Available Leon County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Leon County, FL is a Studio unit found at The Social Seminole in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood priced from $699. GrandMarc at Tallahassee in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Leon County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Social Seminole | Hovi Studio Upgraded Furnished | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| GrandMarc at Tallahassee | D2 | 4BR,4BA | $749 |
| Ironwood at Levy | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Swan Luxury Studio Apartments | Base Studio | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Monarch Luxury Studio Apartments | THE PILLAR | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Silver Leaf Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $798 |
| Ashton Park Apartments | 1/1S | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Ashton Grove Apartments | 1/1S | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Ashton Place Apartments | 1/1M | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Lodge2765 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Leon County, FL
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Leon County area is the $0.39 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 4 Bath Model at Hayden Commons in the in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood starting from $775. The second greatest value Leon County apartment is the 4/4 Classic Model at The Landing At Appleyard starting at $715 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Leon County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayden Commons | 4 Bedroom 4 Bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.39 |
| The Landing At Appleyard | 4/4 Classic | 4BR,4BA | $0.45 |
| The Boulevard at Tallahassee - Student Living | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.45 |
| Forum Tallahassee | 4x4 - D2 | 4BR,4BA | $0.48 |
| The Preserve At San Luis | 3/3 Upgrade | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.54 |
| The Venetian Student Living | 4x4 Furnished Flat | 4BR,4BA | $0.40 |
| Polo Club Tallahassee | 3-3th | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Bradford Oaks | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.33 |
| The Social Seminole | Osceola Furnished | 4BR,2BA | $0.39 |
| Whitehall Apartments | by the bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.62 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Leon County
What type of rentals are currently available in Leon County?
There are currently 1153 Apartments for Rent in Leon County, FL with pricing that ranges from $305 to $6,799. There are also 563 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Leon County ranging from $488 to $9,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Leon County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Leon County ranges from $488 to $9,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,486.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Leon County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Leon County range from $559 to $4,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $495 to $3,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $399.
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