
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Tallahassee Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL from $300 (138 Rentals)
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Ekos Magnolia Oaks

Altura Student Living

1956 Corvallis Ave

1524 Hudson St

3356 Fort Collins Ln

Acasa Ocala

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312 S Lipona Rd, Unit 12

700 Liberty St

256 Soho Ct
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Lodge2765

1221 N Duval St

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Shadow Ridge

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Arive 850

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Acasa High

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Phoenix
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Glen Oaks Apartments

2150 Saxon St

Aspen Run I and II

2412 Surrey St

1305 Airport Dr

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Lafayette Gardens

Oakcrest Apartments

A University View

405 Dunwoody St
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1943 Dawsey St

700 N Calhoun St

Casanas Village At Frenchtown Square

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2286 Magnolia Cir

Kenwood Place

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Eagle Pines

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2241 W Pensacola St, Unit 27

Franklin Pointe
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The Sanctuary

1412 Ramble Brook

318-330 W Harrison St

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Green Briar Garden Homes

727 E Jefferson St

2914 Greenon Ln

1237-1241 N Adams St

3652 Estates Rd

1530 Live Oak Dr

1420 Melvin St
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Southwest Tallahassee, Tallahassee, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Tallahassee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Tallahassee Studio Apartments | $1,012 | $699 | $1,889 |
| Southwest Tallahassee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,237 | $305 | $2,150 |
| Southwest Tallahassee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $554 | $3,849 |
| Southwest Tallahassee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $599 | $4,200 |
| Southwest Tallahassee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,077 | $399 | $4,642 |
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There are currently 138 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Tallahassee Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Tallahassee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Tallahassee area of Tallahassee, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Ekos Magnolia Oaks priced from $459. The Social 2700 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $499. Here are the most affordable Southwest Tallahassee apartments for rent in Tallahassee, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ekos Magnolia Oaks | A1 - 33 | 1BR,1BA | $459 |
| The Social 2700 | Renegade Furnished | 4BR,4BA | $499 |
| Campus Row | Three Bedroom Two Bath Row | 3BR,2BA | $639 |
| The Social Seminole | Hovi Studio Upgraded Furnished | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Acasa Ocala | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| GrandMarc at Tallahassee | D2 | 4BR,4BA | $749 |
| Campus Walk | 1-1w | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Lodge2765 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Ashton Park Apartments | $1500 In Free Rent + FREE APPLICATIONS! | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Tallahassee, FL
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Tallahassee area is the $0.41 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 4 Bath Model at Hayden Commons in the in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Southwest Tallahassee apartment is the 4/4 Upgrade Model at The Landing At Appleyard starting at $689 with a $0.43 price per square foot in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Tallahassee 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 | $0.41 |
| The Landing At Appleyard | 4/4 Upgrade | 4BR,4BA | $0.43 |
| The Venetian Student Living | 4x4 Deluxe Furnished Flat | 4BR,4BA | $0.48 |
| The Boulevard at Tallahassee - Student Living | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.45 |
| The Preserve At San Luis | 3/3 Classic | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.47 |
| Polo Club Tallahassee | 3-3thq | 3BR,3BA | $0.64 |
| Bradford Oaks | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.33 |
| The Social Seminole | Osceola Furnished | 4BR,2BA | $0.42 |
| Glen Oaks Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| The Social 2700 | Phoenix Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Southwest Tallahassee, Tallahassee, and the greater Tallahassee area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Tallahassee Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Tallahassee?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Tallahassee is under $815.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Tallahassee?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Tallahassee is Ekos Magnolia Oaks which is listed at $459, while the average apartment in Southwest Tallahassee costs $13,788.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Tallahassee?
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 217 regular apartments in Southwest Tallahassee 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 Southwest Tallahassee?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Tallahassee have an average cost of $534 which is $13,254 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Tallahassee.
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