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400 Putnam DrTallahassee, FL 32301
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South City Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL from $500 (50 Rentals)
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1304 Pinellas St
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700 Liberty St
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The Greens at Old St. Augustine
2001 Old Saint Augustine RdTallahassee, FL 32301
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Gardens at South City
2712 Country Club DrTallahassee, FL 32301
662 Liberty St
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Phoenix South @ FSU
472 W Jefferson StTallahassee, FL 32301
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Talla-Villa Apartments
925 E Magnolia DrTallahassee, FL 32301
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1305 Airport Dr
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1519 Willow Bend Way
TallahasseeFL32301
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Tally Square Apartments
1112 S Magnolia DrTallahassee, FL 32301
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The Residences at Whispering Pines
2731 S Blair Stone RdTallahassee, FL 32301
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509 Saint Francis StTallahassee, FL 32301
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South City, Tallahassee, FL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South City Studio Apartments | $1,451 | $875 | $2,000 |
| South City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,318 | $650 | $2,500 |
| South City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $970 | $4,000 |
| South City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $675 | $3,500 |
| South City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $1,000 | $1,781 |
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Cheapest Available South City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South City area of Tallahassee, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Altura Student Living priced from $650. Gardens at South City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here are the most affordable South City apartments for rent in Tallahassee, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altura Student Living | Non Private Entrance | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Gardens at South City | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Phoenix South @ FSU | Jefferson Arms | Studio, | $875 |
| Talla-Villa Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Pensacola Arms | Martin | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Ridge Road Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| The Rowe | D2 | 4BR,3BA | $1,000 |
| The Greens at Old St. Augustine | B180 - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,000 |
| Tally Square Apartments | 1/1S | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Tallahassee Shine | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South City, FL
As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the South City area is the $1.13 price per square foot 4 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom Platinum Model at The Park at Bristol in the in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value South City apartment is the Classic Units Model at The Retreat at Four Points starting at $1,400 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park at Bristol | 4 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom Platinum | 4BR,4BA | $1.13 |
| The Retreat at Four Points | Classic Units | 4BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Darryl Drive Duplex | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| The Greens at Old St. Augustine | B1Mk - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Brookwood | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Gardens at South City | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 324 E Pershing St | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Talla-Villa Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 830 E Park Ave | 2/1.5 First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Pensacola Arms | Martin | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the South City Neighborhood in Tallahassee, FL
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South City is under $1,025.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South City?
The cheapest apartment in South City is Altura Student Living which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in South City costs $1,595.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South City?
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 130 regular apartments in South City 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 South City?
Cheap apartments in South City have an average cost of $697 which is $898 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South City.
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