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Highlights
- Private patio
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Utilities included
- Beautiful views
- Closet and drawer space
- Furnished
Location
242 Lake Ella Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32303, United States
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Property Overview
Located in a vibrant neighborhood, this property features a private patio, a fully equipped kitchen, and utilities included, enhancing comfortable living with beautiful views. It offers excellent proximity to educational facilities, coworking spaces, and a diverse array of restaurants, making it ideal for both work from home and social activities. With 29 photos showcasing its furnished interiors and ample closet space, it stands out in value per square foot compared to similar properties in the area.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- More space
- Images Available
Great for
Work-from-home
Social life
Amenities for 242 Lake Ella Drive
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Electricity |
| Forced Air | Furnished |
| Linoleum Vinyl | Tile |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Alarm System | Internet |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Property details
| Lease terms | 1+ month |
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About 242 Lake Ella Drive
Property Id: 1290185 AVAILABLE 12/15/25 for monthly rental THIS IS A MID TERM RENTAL- UTILITIES/WiFi/FURNITURE INCLUDED! Lakefront townhouse in popular Midtown, 5 mins to downtown & the Capitol, 10 mins to FSU & FAMU. Walk to a huge selection of restaurants & beautiful Lake Ella with a .6 mile paved path in the park across the street. Offers you a mini vacation as you work remotely or work an assignment or project in Tally. 1200 sq ft Comfortable furniture, a king bed in the primary bedroom, plenty of closet and drawer space, and a fully equipped kitchen offer all the benefits of home, but in an interesting new environment to explore. The mini office on the stair landing is great tele-work space for you. The unit has a private patio with chairs and a small table. Smoking is allowed only on the patio. Feel free to take the bag chairs to the park to enjoy the beautiful views, wildlife or Food Truck Thursdays behind the Cottages at Lake Ella. The Midtown / Lake Ella area is eclectic and fun.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 242 Lake Ella Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32303, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Zip code | 32303 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Tallahassee
2-bedroom apartments at 242 Lake Ella Drive cost about 50% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Tallahassee.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Tallahassee
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,250 |
| January 2024 | $1,250 |
| February 2024 | $1,250 |
| March 2024 | $1,268 |
| April 2024 | $1,267 |
| May 2024 | $1,298 |
| June 2024 | $1,294 |
| July 2024 | $1,295 |
| August 2024 | $1,302 |
| September 2024 | $1,300 |
| October 2024 | $1,273 |
| November 2024 | $1,284 |
| December 2024 | $1,295 |
| January 2025 | $1,300 |
| February 2025 | $1,306 |
| March 2025 | $1,285 |
| April 2025 | $1,280 |
| May 2025 | $1,299 |
| June 2025 | $1,300 |
| July 2025 | $1,298 |
| August 2025 | $1,290 |
| September 2025 | $1,299 |
| October 2025 | $1,300 |
| November 2025 | $1,300 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$78,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $1,850 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $1,850 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,850 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,500 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $850 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $850 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $850 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $875 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath |
Schools near 242 Lake Ella Drive
Ruediger Elementary School
526 w 10th ave
tallahassee, FL, 32303
PK, K-5Public
C+
Second Chance at Ghazvini Learning Center
2514 w tharpe st
tallahassee, FL, 32303
K-12Public
Gretchen Everhart School
2750 mission rd
tallahassee, FL, 32304
PK, K-12Public
Pre-K
500 appleyard dr
tallahassee, FL, 32304
PKPublic
Heritage Trails Community School
283 trojan trl
tallahassee, FL, 32311
K-12Public
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Getting around Tallahassee near 242 Lake Ella Drive
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 242 Lake Ella Drive, Tallahassee
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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242 Lake Ella Dr, Tallahassee, FL
242 Lake Ella Dr Tallahassee, FL
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In-Unit Laundry • Dishwasher • Air Conditioning
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