What is the average apartment size in Tallahassee?

The average size for a Tallahassee, FL apartment is 1,068 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Tallahassee?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Tallahassee is $1,791 per month, a 3.52% increase from last years average of $1,730.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Tallahassee?

In Tallahassee, studios rent for $988 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,252 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,627 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,904 per month

What is the average apartment size in Tallahassee?

The typical apartment in Tallahassee offers about 1,068 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Tallahassee?

Studio apartments in Tallahassee average 329 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 721 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,068 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,371 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tallahassee?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Tallahassee include Innovation Park ($936/month), Killearn ($1,153/month), and FAMU ($1,239/month), all below the citywide average of $1,791.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Tallahassee?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Tallahassee are Bloxham Terrace ($1,862/month), Frenchtown ($1,893/month), and FSU ($2,779/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Tallahassee, FL Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Tallahassee?

The typical rent budget in Tallahassee ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 36% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Tallahassee?

In Tallahassee, 60% of households rent while 40% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 19, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Tallahassee is $1,791, a 3.52% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,730.

Studio Apartments at $988 offer the most budget-friendly option with 329 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 721 square feet for $1,252, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,627 offer 1,068 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,371 sq ft) for $1,904, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Tallahassee, FL

Last updated: February 19, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,791	1,068 sq. ft.
Studio	$988	329 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,252	721 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,627	1,068 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,904	1,371 sq. ft.

Tallahassee, FL rent trends

Rental prices in Tallahassee, FL have increased by 3.52% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,730 to $1,791.

What's the typical rent budget in Tallahassee, FL?

The largest share of rentals in Tallahassee, FL (36%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Tallahassee, FL?

50,592 or 60% of the households in Tallahassee, FL are renter-occupied while 33,045 or 40% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Tallahassee?

Innovation Park $936/month

Killearn $1,153/month

FAMU $1,239/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,791/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Tallahassee?

Bloxham Terrace $1,862/month

Frenchtown $1,893/month

FSU $2,779/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Tallahassee, FL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
FSU	$2,779
Frenchtown	$1,893
Bloxham Terrace	$1,862
Downtown Tallahassee	$1,826
Midtown Tallahassee	$1,826
Southwood	$1,821
Apalachee Ridge	$1,734
Chaires	$1,701
Lake Jackson	$1,580
Melody Hills	$1,565
Piney Z	$1,561
Greater Brandt Hills	$1,550
Meadowbrook	$1,451
Indianhead-Lehigh	$1,445
Betton Hills	$1,385
Camelot Park	$1,342
Town and Country	$1,319
Wellswood - Suburban Hills	$1,295
Oak Ridge	$1,262
FAMU	$1,239
Killearn	$1,153
Innovation Park	$936

Tallahassee | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Apalachee Ridge is 25% higher than in Betton Hills

$1,734

Apalachee Ridge rent is 3% lower than Tallahassee average

Average Rent $1,734

$1,385

Betton Hills rent is 23% lower than Tallahassee average

Average Rent $1,385

How Tallahassee Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Tallahassee	$1,791
Jacksonville	$1,489
Cape Coral	$1,691
Kissimmee	$1,813
Tampa	$1,997
Miami	$2,710
Fort Myers	$1,741
North Port	$1,715
Lakeland	$1,507
Orlando	$1,793
Port St. Lucie	$2,146
Crawfordville, FL	$1,548

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Tallahassee apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.