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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Free parking
  • Reserved parking
  • Sparkling pool
  • Controlled-access entry
  • On-site management
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance

Location

502 W Jefferson St, Tallahassee, FL 32301, USA
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Management

PhoenixSouth at Florida State and Midtown

Leasing office

(850) 224-5611

Property Overview

Phoenix offers exceptional value with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6/10, including perfect pricing and top-tier scores for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents benefit from strong fitness and wellness options, vibrant social opportunities, and work-from-home support, highlighted by a sparkling pool, high-speed internet, utilities included, and numerous nearby parks, shops, restaurants, and cultural venues. Practical perks like free and reserved parking, controlled-access entry, on-site management, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and 50 detailed photos further enhance its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Phoenix is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Phoenix has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Wellness
  • Social life

Floor plans

Jefferson ArmsStudio1 bath280 sqft$875 /mo3 units availableThese studio apartments include all utilities! Private parking garage located right next to the building. These cute units are very convenient since the rent pays all your bills in one! --Studio/One Bathroom --All Utilities Included in Rent (No Caps or Overages!) --Free Parking and Fast WiFi --Kitchenette --Sparkling Pool --Controlled-Access Laundry --Reserved Parking for Residents --On-Site Management --24-Hour Emergency Maintenance --Free Online Rent Payments --Online Resident Portal
College Plaza1 bed1 bath425 sqft$895 /mo3 units availableThis beautiful, colonial-style building has a red brick exterior and a freshly renovated interior. All apartments in College Plaza have interior entrances. Rent includes water, pest control, parking, and wireless internet! --One Bedroom / One Bathroom --Water, Hot Water, and Pest Control Included in Rent --Free Parking and Fast WiFi --Full Kitchen --Sparkling Pool --Building-Wide Commercial Water Heating System -You pay less electricity because we pay to heat your water -Like at a hotel, you will never run out of hot water! --Controlled-Access Entry --Reserved Parking for Residents --On-Site Management --24-Hour Emergency Maintenance --Free Online Rent Payments --Online Resident Portal
Collegewood1 bed1 bath475 sqft$925 /mo3 units availableThese one bedroom apartments are located directly across W Jefferson Street from the FSU College of Law and just one block for the Civic Center. They have open, spacious kitchens and include water, pest control, parking, and wireless internet! --Water and Pest Control Included in Rent --Free Parking and Fast WiFi --Full Kitchen --Sparkling Pool --Controlled-Access Laundry --Reserved Parking for Residents --On-Site Management --24-Hour Emergency Maintenance --Free Online Rent Payments --Online Resident Portal
Jefferson Towers1 bed1 bath475 sqft$925 /mo3 units availableThese one bedroom apartments are located one-half block from the main gates of FSU. Jefferson Towers is right between our leasing office and the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority house. They have open, spacious kitchens and include water, pest control, parking, and wireless internet! --One Bedroom/One Bathroom --Water and Pest Control Included in Rent --Free Parking and Fast WiFi --Full Kitchen --Sparkling Pool --Controlled-Access Laundry --Reserved Parking for Residents --On-Site Management --24-Hour Emergency Maintenance --Free Online Rent Payments --Online Resident Portal
Florida Towers1 bed1 bath520 sqft$1,025 /mo2 units availableThese are our largest one bedroom apartments that have plenty of closet space and additional amenities including central heat and air and dishwashers. They are located directly across W Jefferson Street from the FSU College of Law and just one block for the Civic Center. The rent includes water, pest control, parking, and wireless internet! --One Bedroom / One Bathroom --Water and Pest Control Included in Rent --Free Parking and Fast WiFi --Full Kitchen with Dishwasher --Central heating and air --Sparkling Pool --Controlled-Access Laundry --Reserved Parking for Residents --On-Site Management --24-Hour Emergency Maintenance --Free Online Rent Payments --Online Resident Portal

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Amenities for Phoenix

Apartment Amenities

Utilities Included

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Free Parking

Services

Pest Control
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Phoenix

HomeApartments in Tallahassee Phoenix

This beautiful, colonial-style building has a red brick exterior and a freshly renovated interior. All apartments in College Plaza have interior entrances. Rent includes water, pest control, parking, and wireless internet! --One Bedroom / One Bathroom --Water, Hot Water, and Pest Control Included in Rent --Free Parking and Fast WiFi --Full Kitchen --Sparkling Pool --Building-Wide Commercial Water Heating System -You pay less electricity because we pay to heat your water -Like at a hotel, you will never run out of hot water! --Controlled-Access Entry --Reserved Parking for Residents --On-Site Management --24-Hour Emergency Maintenance --Free Online Rent Payments --Online Resident Portal


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Phoenix is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Phoenix has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Phoenix
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Phoenix offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Phoenix goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Phoenix receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Phoenix is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Phoenix does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Phoenix is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 5 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

Wellness

  • On-site pool or spa
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • There are 13 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 24 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby

Social life

  • 195 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 33 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 93 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 Phoenix compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
Studio is 124 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Tallahassee

Studio apartments at Phoenix cost about 8% less than the average rent price for studios in Tallahassee.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 8% lower than 1-bedrooms in Tallahassee.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Tallahassee
A table of studio rental data trends in Tallahassee
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$941
June 2024$945
July 2024$1,002
August 2024$901
September 2024$1,000
October 2024$1,025
November 2024$1,059
December 2024$948
January 2025$928
February 2025$947
March 2025$892
April 2025$846
May 2025$809
June 2025$870
July 2025$889
August 2025$933
September 2025$944
October 2025$971
November 2025$1,014
December 2025$980
January 2026$995
February 2026$959
March 2026$933
April 2026$949

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 502 W Jefferson St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $875.
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Schools near Phoenix

Bond Elementary School

2204 saxon st

tallahassee, FL, 32310

PK, K-5Public
B-

Florida A&M University Developmental Research School

400 w orange ave

tallahassee, FL, 32307

K-12Public
B-

Pre-K

500 appleyard dr

tallahassee, FL, 32304

PKPublic

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
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Getting around Tallahassee near 502 W Jefferson St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 502 W Jefferson St, Tallahassee

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 502 W Jefferson St

Skyline Express-Gas Station
601 W Gaines St
Publix
625 W Gaines St
Fourth Avenue Super Market
617 W 4th Ave
Food Service of Tallahassee
1018 Thomasville Rd
Bryant's Neighborhood Market
533 Kissimmee St

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