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Established elegance defines Killearn Estates, where traditional homes surround lakes and the former golf course creating generous green spaces. Residents enjoy the extensive walking trails connecting neighborhoods and the community lakes perfect for morning kayaking. Though summer thunderstorms can be intense, the neighborhood's mature tree canopy provides cooling shade during North Florida's hot summers. The area's central location provides quick access to both downtown Tallahassee employment and shopping along Thomasville Road, eliminating long commutes across the sprawling city.
Golf-centric living revolves around Southwood Golf Club's 18-hole course. Renters enjoy community pools but note strict quiet hours (10PM-8AM) enforced via neighborhood patrols. Limited dining beyond chain bistros.
Collegiate convenience thrives near Florida A&M University with walkable access to Winewood Boulevard cafes. Renters face student move-in traffic each August and thin walls in 1990s garden apartments amplifying neighbor noise.
National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Apartment List has released Tallahassee’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.
"Tallahassee renters expressed general dissatisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "Interestingly, ratings for Tallahassee vary widely across categories such as weather and pet-friendliness."
Key findings in Tallahassee include the following:
Renters say:
For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.