
Cheap Homes for Rent in South City Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL from $700 (41 Rentals)
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206 Ridge Rd

1505 Hudson St

1505 Hudson St

1505 Hudson St

3000 S Adams St, Unit 914

4-534 E College Ave

8-538 E College Ave
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253 Hayden Rd, Unit 337

545 E Park Ave

1300 Elberta Dr

1474 Willow Bend Way

1430 Willow Bend Way

1411 Lazy Brook

3000 S Adams St
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1402 Lazy Brook

1504 Willow Bend Way, Unit B

1598 Kay Ave

1409 Melvin St
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1261 E Orange Ave

2131 Claremont Ln

118 Cadiz St

3000 S Adams St, Unit 313

1663 Kay Ave

403 Hayden Rd

1356 Linda Ann Dr

2064 Holmes St
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124 S Franklin Blvd

3021 S Meridian St

3416 Laura St

1521 Mayhew St

3350 Trafalgar Square

1811 Pasco St

1886 Nicklaus Ct

1818 Larette Dr
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1873 Larette Dr
South City, Tallahassee, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
South City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,405 | $825 | $3,250 |
South City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,744 | $1,200 | $3,000 |
South City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $1,500 | $2,500 |
South City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $1,800 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South City Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL.
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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 |
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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 |
Ridge Road Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
The Greens at Old St. Augustine | A180 - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $954 |
The Rowe | D2 | 4BR,3BA | $1,000 |
Tally Square Apartments | 1/1S | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
Tallahassee Shine | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Magnolia Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South City, FL
As of June 24, 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 Upgraded Unit Model at The Retreat at Four Points starting at $1,450 with a $1.22 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. |
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The Park at Bristol | 4 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom Platinum | 4BR,4BA | $1.13 |
The Retreat at Four Points | Upgraded Unit | 4BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Brookwood | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Darryl Drive Duplex | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
Gardens at South City | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
The Residences at Whispering Pines | 2B/1.5B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
324 E Pershing St | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
The Greens at Old St. Augustine | A180 - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Talla-Villa Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
830 E Park Ave | 2/1.5 First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South City
What type of rentals are currently available in South City?
There are currently 267 Apartments for Rent in South City, FL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $4,000. There are also 97 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South City ranging from $750 to $3,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South City ranges from $750 to $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,778.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South City range from $675 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.
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