
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL from $300 (51 Rentals)
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Westgate - Dorm Style Housing

3356 Fort Collins Ln
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Arive 850

Shadow Ridge

Silver Leaf Apartments

Jackson Properties

Phoenix

904 S Lipona Rd

2651 Vista Rise

417 Walker St
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University, Tallahassee, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Studio Apartments | $1,052 | $625 | $1,650 |
University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $305 | $1,850 |
University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $508 | $1,818 |
University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,127 | $564 | $2,487 |
University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $848 | $399 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL.
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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Tallahassee, FL is a 4 Beds unit found at The Social 2700 priced from $499. Campus Row has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $639. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Tallahassee, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Social 2700 | Renegade Furnished | 4BR,4BA | $499 |
Campus Row | Three Bedroom Two Bath Row | 3BR,2BA | $639 |
Arive 850 | Bedroom D | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Shadow Ridge | Studio S | Studio,1BA | $795 |
GrandMarc at Tallahassee | D2 | 4BR,4BA | $799 |
Ashton Grove Apartments | 1/1S | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
Jackson Properties | University Center | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
Phoenix | Jefferson Arms | Studio, | $875 |
Ashton Place Apartments | 1/1M | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
The Pavilion Apartments | The Pavilion Apartments, close to shopping and,... | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, FL
As of October 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.33 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 4 Bath Model at Hayden Commons in the in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood starting from $650. The second greatest value University apartment is the 4x4 Furnished Townhouse Model at The Venetian Student Living starting at $745 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Southwest Tallahassee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hayden Commons | 4 Bedroom 4 Bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.33 |
The Venetian Student Living | 4x4 Furnished Townhouse | 4BR,4BA | $0.45 |
The Landing At Appleyard | 4/4 Upgrade | 4BR,4BA | $0.46 |
Westminister Properties | 3 Bed 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.58 |
The Boulevard at Tallahassee - Student Living | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.43 |
Forum Tallahassee | 4x4 - D2 | 4BR,4BA | $0.50 |
The Preserve At San Luis | 3/3 with Wood-Style Flooring | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.47 |
Polo Club Tallahassee | 3-3thq | 3BR,3BA | $0.62 |
Bradford Oaks | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.33 |
The Capitol | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity, Tallahassee, FL
Ranked #24
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the University Neighborhood in Tallahassee, FL
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is Arive 850 which is listed at $780, while the average apartment in University costs $1,160.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?
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 244 regular apartments in University 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 University?
Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $757 which is $403 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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