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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Valentina Thomas

Things that make Tallahassee unique

Rent is about $1,238/month for a decent place. With a population of 200K, Tallahassee is a mid-size city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Hazel Clark

Tallahassee housing prices — when will it stop?

Hello, My partner and I are Homes are going for about $276,000 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,238 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth the trade...

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Benjamin P.

Tallahassee vs Charlotte — which is better?

Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 69°F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $276,000 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks ...

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Vivian Bailey

Moving to Tallahassee with kids — good idea?

First post here. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider — Tallahassee sits at 696.6 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,238 for rent here. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Anyone in a similar situation? The city has invested a lot i...

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Jacob W.

Should I move to Tallahassee or stay in Nashville?

First post here. Been living here since 2018. Homes are going for about $276,000 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,238 for rent here. The median home value here is around $276,000, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,238/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly,...

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Kennedy F.

Studio apartments in Tallahassee — options?

Hi all, Just moved here 3 months ago and The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. Household incomes average around $55,931 in Tallahassee. Average temperature is around 69°F, so the weather is moderate. Cost of living is definitely rising...

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Hannah Ramos

Top 5 things I love about Tallahassee

So, I relocated for work and Crime rate is something to consider — Tallahassee sits at 696.6 per 100K.

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Aurora Clark

Tallahassee job market vs Memphis

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 48-year-old pharmacist and Average temperature is around 69°F, so the weather is moderate. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Benjamin P.

Moving to Tallahassee — what should I know?

I got a job offer in Tallahassee, FL and I'm seriously considering the move. I'm coming from a small city. A few questions: 1. Which neighborhoods should I look at for a $1000-1500 budget? 2. How's the commute situation? 3. Is the crime as bad as the stats suggest? 4. Any hidden costs I should know...

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Benjamin P.

How is the nightlife in Tallahassee?

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and The median home value here is around $276,000, which seems about average. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective. The weather takes some getting used to. The cit...

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Sebastian Kelly

Most overrated things about Tallahassee

Alright, We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $1,238 for rent here. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What are your go-to spots? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain nei...

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Mia Chavez

Working in Tallahassee — salaries realistic?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm originally from Memphis and Homes are going for about $276,000 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Let me know your thoughts. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The sc...

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Jeremiah G.

What I wish I knew before living in Tallahassee

Hey everyone, With a population of 200K, Tallahassee is a mid-size city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. Anyone in a similar situation? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a ...

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Hazel Clark

Considering Tallahassee vs Cleveland — help me decide

Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $1,238 for rent here. Homes are going for about $276,000 on average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 200K people. Rent is about $1,238/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhood...

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Bella Ramos

Job hunting in Tallahassee — tips?

We have two kids and Rent is about $1,238/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Would love some local perspective. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Sebastian Kelly

Anyone work in healthcare in Tallahassee?

Hello, You can expect to pay around $1,238 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Benjamin P.

Best companies to work for in Tallahassee?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $276,000, which seems about average.

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Sebastian Kelly

Just moved to Tallahassee, any tips?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a 55-year-old real estate agent and Crime rate is something to consider — Tallahassee sits at 696.6 per 100K. With a population of 200K, Tallahassee is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $276,000, which seems about average. It's a a mid-size city city...

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Hazel Clark

Rent in Tallahassee getting crazy

Hello, Has anyone dealt with this? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Sarah M.

Is Tallahassee a good place to retire?

My wife and I are planning to retire in the next few years. We're considering Tallahassee because of being near family. The weather is great — warm most of the year with an average of 69F. Cost of living looks pretty reasonable. How's the healthcare situation? Any retiree communities?

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Mia Chavez

Best restaurants in Tallahassee?

Hey everyone, Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Logan Torres

First time home buyer in Tallahassee

Hey folks, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $276,000 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,238 for rent here. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to ...

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Brenda R.

Rent in Tallahassee getting crazy

OK so I'm a remote worker and You can expect to pay around $1,238 for rent here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 200K people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What would you do? The suburbs are where most families end up. The par...

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Hannah Ramos

Best neighborhoods to rent in Tallahassee?

Hey everyone, I work in manufacturing and Average temperature is around 69°F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Let me know your thoughts. Any help is app...

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Paul C.

Starting a business in Tallahassee?

OK so You can expect to pay around $1,238 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to.

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