Average Rent in Tallahassee, FL
What is the average rent in Tallahassee, FL?
The average listed apartment rent in Tallahassee, FL is $1,576 per month, as of November 7, 2026. This sample includes 77 priced apartments in 8 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 6, 2026 through November 7, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
8 apartment buildings, 77 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Tallahassee, FLCheapest
$1,249/mo
Eclipse on Madison
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8
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77
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Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
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Tallahassee, FL Rent Prices
All 8 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Eclipse on Madison
742 W Madison St Unit 113, Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA
Park Avenue Villas
2102 E Park Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32301, USA
The Oasis at 1800
1800 Miccosukee Commons Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32308, USA
MAA Southwood
3700 Capital Cir SE, Tallahassee, FL 32311, USA
Stonegate
1447 Stone Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32303, USA
Townhomes at 770
770 Appleyard Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA
MAA Oak Grove
1900 Centre Pointe Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32308, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eclipse on Madison 742 W Madison St Unit 113, Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA | $1,249 | $1,576 | -- | 4.4 (79) | 7 |
| 2 | Park Avenue Villas 2102 E Park Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32301, USA | $1,250 | $1,370 | $2.07/ft² | 3.9 (47) | 15 |
| 3 | The Oasis at 1800 1800 Miccosukee Commons Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32308, USA | $1,300 as of Oct 28 | $1,448 | $1.68/ft² | 4.4 (199) | 5 |
| 4 | MAA Southwood 3700 Capital Cir SE, Tallahassee, FL 32311, USA | $1,393 | $1,598 | $1.38/ft² | 4.5 (181) | 18 |
| 5 | Stonegate 1447 Stone Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32303, USA | $1,395 | $1,395 | $1.50/ft² | 3.5 (59) | 1 |
| 6 | Townhomes at 770 770 Appleyard Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1.22/ft² | 4.1 (222) | 1 |
| 7 | MAA Oak Grove 1900 Centre Pointe Blvd, Tallahassee, FL 32308, USA | $1,448 | $1,556 | $1.36/ft² | 4.2 (189) | 12 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Eclipse on Madison
4.4 (79)742 W Madison St Unit 113, Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA
Park Avenue Villas
3.9 (47)2102 E Park Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32301, USA
The Oasis at 1800
4.4 (199)1800 Miccosukee Commons Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32308, USA
MAA Southwood
4.5 (181)3700 Capital Cir SE, Tallahassee, FL 32311, USA
Stonegate
3.5 (59)1447 Stone Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32303, USA
Townhomes at 770
4.1 (222)770 Appleyard Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32304, USA
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Tallahassee, FL neighborhoods
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Tallahassee, FL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Tallahassee, FL is $1,576 per month, based on 77 units across 8 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,249 at Eclipse on Madison to $2,199 at The Savoy at Southwood.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,709/mo | $1,709/mo | 1 |
| 1 Bed | $1,446/mo | $1,249/mo | 27 |
| 2 Bed | $1,605/mo | $1,393/mo | 40 |
| 3 Bed | $1,865/mo | $1,703/mo | 8 |
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Building Economics
How much do Tallahassee, FL apartments earn?
The 5 buildings we can estimate generate about $1.6M in rental revenue per month ($19M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Asking / Leased | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.MAA Oak Grove | $444K/mo | $1,556 / $1,519 | 96% | 304 |
| 2.MAA Southwood | $432K/mo | $1,598 / $1,533 | 94% | 300 |
| 3.The Savoy at Southwood | $385K/mo | $1,701 / $1,687 | 92% | 248 |
| 4.Townhomes at 770 | $186K/mo | $1,400 / $1,266 | 99% | 148 |
| 5.Park Avenue Villas | $132K/mo | $1,370 / $1,359 | 87% | 112 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Asking is the average listed rent; leased is the average rent at which units left the market. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Tallahassee, FL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Tallahassee, FL averages $1,446/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,605/mo. At the local median household income of $55,931, that works out to 34% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Tallahassee, FL at $1,238/mo. The current tracked market average runs 27% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Tallahassee, FL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Tallahassee, FL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$63,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,576/mo.
Comfortable income
$76,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,249/mo), you need to earn at least $50,000/year.
Median household income in Tallahassee, FL is $55,931 , about 26% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Tallahassee, FL
Overall prices in Tallahassee, FL runs below the national average by about 4% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 95.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Tallahassee, FL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,576 |
| Utilities | $356 |
| Groceries | $520 |
| Transportation | $849 |
| Healthcare | $414 |
| Other goods and services | $663 |
| Estimated total | $4,379/mo |
Population
199,696
Median household income
$55,931
Census median rent
$1,238/mo
Census rent burden
35.8%
Median age
28.0
Mean commute
19 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Florida
How Tallahassee, FL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Tallahassee, FL | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | $3,064 | +94% | +1.3% | 41 |
| Gainesville, FL | $1,790 | +14% | +17.4% | 40 |
| Tampa, FL | $2,676 | +70% | -1.9% | 28 |
| Boca Raton, FL | $2,749 | +74% | -0.5% | 24 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $1,787 | +13% | +62.3% | 24 |
| Orlando, FL | $2,077 | +32% | +0.1% | 24 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Tallahassee, FL?
The average listed apartment rent in Tallahassee, FL is $1,576 per month, as of November 7, 2026. This sample includes 77 priced apartments in 8 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Tallahassee, FL?
The median asking rent in Tallahassee, FL is $1,512 per month, computed from 77 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,576/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Tallahassee, FL?
The lowest available rent in Tallahassee, FL starts at $1,249 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Tallahassee, FL?
1-bedroom apartments in Tallahassee, FL average $1,446/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,249/mo across 27 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Tallahassee, FL?
2-bedroom apartments in Tallahassee, FL average $1,605/mo. Units start from $1,393/mo across 40 units currently listed.
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