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property at 145 Belmont Rd

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145 Belmont Rd, Unit Cozy Cottage

145 Belmont Rd
TallahasseeFL32301
property at 1956 Corvallis Ave

$650

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$650

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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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1956 Corvallis Ave

TallahasseeFL32304
property at 2195 Timberwood Cir N

$700

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2195 Timberwood Cir N, Unit A

2195 Timberwood Cir N
TallahasseeFL32304

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property at 1928 Corvallis Ave

$750

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1928 Corvallis Ave

TallahasseeFL32304
property at 2402 Delgado Dr

$800

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$800

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$800

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2402 Delgado Dr

TallahasseeFL32304
property at 2111 Owens St

$850

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$850

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2111 Owens St

TallahasseeFL32301

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property at 1911 Pasco Ct

$895

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1911 Pasco Ct, Unit 6

1911 Pasco Ct
TallahasseeFL32310
property at 1911 Pasco Ct

$895

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1911 Pasco Ct, Unit 8

1911 Pasco Ct
TallahasseeFL32310
property at 703 N Gadsden St

$900

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$900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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703 N Gadsden St

TallahasseeFL32303
property at 404 E Brevard St

$900

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$900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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404 E Brevard St

TallahasseeFL32301
property at 1410 E Pershing St

$900

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$900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1410 E Pershing St

TallahasseeFL32301

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property at 820 California St

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820 California St

TallahasseeFL32304
property at 820 California St

$900

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820 California St

TallahasseeFL32304
property at 1410 E Pershing St

$925

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$925

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1410 E Pershing St

TallahasseeFL32301
property at 2518 Chandalar Ln

$950

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$950

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2518 Chandalar Ln

TallahasseeFL32311
property at 820 California St

$950

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820 California St

TallahasseeFL32304
property at 3000 S Adams St

$950 - $1,300

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3000 S Adams St

TallahasseeFL32301
property at 436 Belmont Rd

$975

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$975

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436 Belmont Rd

TallahasseeFL32301
property at 1217 N Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

$975

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$975

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property at 1411 Lazy Brook

$995 - $1,025

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1411 Lazy Brook

TallahasseeFL32301

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Tallahassee, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tallahassee, FL

Pricing Updated: 08/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Tallahassee, FL area range in price from $125 to $14,121 with an overall median price of $1,225. The three Tallahassee neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Hilaman Park at $795, Lake Bradford at $850, and Lake Bradford Cascade Lake at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tallahassee Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Hilaman Park$795$79558
Lake Bradford$850$12583
Lake Bradford Cascade Lake$850$12583
Chapel Ridge$851$469123
FAMU$875$65014
Greater Frenchtown$880$519121
Villas of Westridge$900$125206
Forest Heights$901$46982
University$905$125206
Griffin Heights$920$46962

Cheapest Available Tallahassee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tallahassee, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Magnolia Oaks in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood priced from $502. Lafayette Gardens in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $603. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tallahassee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Magnolia Oaks1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$502
Lafayette GardensB12BR,2BA$603
Westgate - Dorm Style HousingStudioStudio,1BA$650
The Social SeminoleHovi Studio Upgraded FurnishedStudio,1BA$699
Ashton Grove Apartments1/1S1BR,1BA$700
Swan Luxury Studio ApartmentsBase Studio1BR,1BA$795
Monarch Luxury Studio ApartmentsPILLAR STUDIOStudio,1BA$795
Silver Leaf ApartmentsStandard1BR,1BA$798
Ashton Park Apartments1/1S1BR,1BA$799
Ashton Place Apartments1/1M1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tallahassee, FL

As of August 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tallahassee area is the $0.35 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 4 Bath Model at Hayden Commons in the in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood starting from $699. The second greatest value Tallahassee apartment is the 4/4 Classic Model at The Landing At Appleyard starting at $790 with a $0.49 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$0.35
The Landing At Appleyard4/4 Classic4BR,4BA$0.49
The HighlandsThe Driftwood4BR,4.5BA$0.44
Forum Tallahassee4x4 - D34BR,4BA$0.48
The Boulevard at Tallahassee - Student Living3x33BR,3BA$0.45
The Preserve At San Luis3/3 Classic3BR,3.5BA$0.42
Whitehall Apartmentsby the bedroom4BR,2BA$0.48
Polo Club Tallahassee3-3th3BR,3BA$0.59
The Social SeminoleOsceola Furnished4BR,2BA$0.39
Lafayette GardensB12BR,2BA$0.63

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Tallahassee is a hidden gem. Located at the top of the west part of the state, beauty, serenity, and nature quickly comes to mind. Although it's a college town, there is plenty for the locals to do without feeling overwhelmed. It's great for families and people who understand what quality of life means. Things are changing and the cost of living is going up in town, but it's still relatively cheap compared to other areas of the state. One of the best things about the city is the diversity and variety. There are a lot of boutique shops and eateries you won't find anywhere else, and the sense of community is unmatched.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tallahassee

What type of rentals are currently available in Tallahassee?

There are currently 1151 Apartments for Rent in Tallahassee, FL with pricing that ranges from $125 to $14,121. There are also 544 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tallahassee ranging from $450 to $9,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tallahassee?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tallahassee ranges from $450 to $9,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,724.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tallahassee?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tallahassee range from $559 to $14,121, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $650 to $4,095. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $469.

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