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1420 Melvin St, Tallahassee, FL 32301, USA|South Bronough Street
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Property Overview
The property at 1420 Melvin St has received a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5, showcasing its appeal to renters. It features fully renovated bathrooms and boasts a competitive price rating of 10, alongside impressive scores for amenities (9) and location (9), highlighting its proximity to numerous restaurants, parks, and work-from-home resources. While trustworthiness is rated at 7, the overall value and quality offered makes this a noteworthy option for prospective tenants.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Great for
Work-from-home
Social life
Floor plans
| 2/1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 890 sqft | $1,100 /mo |
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Amenities for 1420 Melvin St
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Heat | Heating |
Appliances
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Tech
| Wireless Internet |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Application Fee
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Admin Fee
One-time.
$25
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Base Rent
Monthly rent payment
$1,100
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 1420 Melvin St
A charming brick quadplex, situated on FAMU college campus near the pharmacy building. The quadplex sits on a 0.22-acre lot and boasts a total building size of 3,240 sq. ft. with two units upstairs and two units downstairs. All bathrooms have been fully renovated, new windows, interior doors, closet doors, and a new AC/Heating unit have been installed.
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1420 Melvin St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1420 Melvin St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
1420 Melvin St 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.
1420 Melvin St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including air conditioning. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1420 Melvin St 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.
1420 Melvin St 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 1420 Melvin St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1420 Melvin St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
1420 Melvin St is great for:
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 1420 Melvin St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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 South Bronough Street
2-bedroom apartments at 1420 Melvin St cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Bronough Street.
Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
South Bronough Street
Tallahassee
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,250 |
| December 2023 | $1,252 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,250 |
| December 2023 | $1,220 |
| January 2024 | $1,200 |
| February 2024 | $1,025 |
| March 2024 | $1,170 |
| April 2024 | $1,162 |
| May 2024 | $1,133 |
| June 2024 | $1,100 |
| July 2024 | $1,100 |
| August 2024 | $1,300 |
| September 2024 | $1,100 |
| March 2025 | $1,100 |
| April 2025 | $1,100 |
| May 2025 | $1,100 |
| June 2025 | $1,100 |
| July 2025 | $1,100 |
| August 2025 | $1,100 |
| September 2025 | $1,090 |
| October 2025 | $1,080 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$44,000/yr
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Schools near 1420 Melvin St
Bond Elementary School
2204 saxon st
tallahassee, FL, 32310
PK, K-5Public
B-
Pre-K
500 appleyard dr
tallahassee, FL, 32304
PKPublic
Gretchen Everhart School
2750 mission rd
tallahassee, FL, 32304
PK, K-12Public
Second Chance at Ghazvini Learning Center
2514 w tharpe st
tallahassee, FL, 32303
K-12Public
Leon County Virtual School Franchise
860 blountstown st
tallahassee, FL, 32304
K-12Public
B+
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Getting around Tallahassee near 1420 Melvin St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1420 Melvin St, Tallahassee
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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