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1420 Melvin St, Tallahassee, FL 32301, USA|South Bronough Street
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Property Overview
1420 Melvin St combines strong value, a high amenity level, and a convenient location, with a solid overall rating of 8.5 out of 10 and especially strong scores for price, amenities, and location. It also offers a lively nearby environment with many restaurants, parks, mixed-use spaces, and entertainment options, plus fully renovated bathrooms.
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- Central heat
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 2/1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 890 sqft | $1,050 /mo |
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Amenities for 1420 Melvin St
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Heat | Heating |
Appliances
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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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
- Central heat
- Climate controlled environment
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.3 miles 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 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Bronough Street.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
South Bronough Street
Tallahassee
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| December 2025 | $1,300 |
| January 2026 | $1,299 |
| February 2026 | $1,295 |
| March 2026 | $1,275 |
| April 2026 | $1,278 |
| May 2026 | $1,294 |
| June 2026 | $1,300 |
| July 2026 | $1,298 |
| August 2026 | $1,264 |
| September 2026 | $1,250 |
| October 2026 | $1,238 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| November 2025 | $1,100 |
| December 2025 | $1,062 |
| January 2026 | $1,078 |
| February 2026 | $1,092 |
| March 2026 | $1,062 |
| May 2026 | $1,169 |
| June 2026 | $1,175 |
| July 2026 | $1,100 |
| August 2026 | $1,100 |
| September 2026 | $1,100 |
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Can I afford to live at 1420 Melvin St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$42,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,050.
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Schools near 1420 Melvin St
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
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
Getting around Tallahassee near 1420 Melvin St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1420 Melvin St, Tallahassee
Groceries
6/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Explore the area around 1420 Melvin St
Publix
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Bryant's Neighborhood Market
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Piggly Wiggly
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King Store
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Community Coop Market LLC
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Fashion Exchange Store LLC
1540 S Adams St
Kicks N Apparel LLC
1540 S Adams St
Patricia's
1533 S Monroe St
Delevoe's Lobby
1102 S Adams St
#19 Boutique LLC
439 W Gaines St
Lucky Goat Coffee
1210 S Adams St
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
1510 Wahnish Way
Clean Eatz
1000 Railroad Ave
Visionary Coffee LLC
914 Railroad Ave
Catalina Cafe
603 W Gaines St
Proof Brewing Company
1320 S Monroe St
Glam Lounge & Boutique
203 Oakland Ave E
Fermentation Lounge
415 Saint Francis St
The Bark
507 All Saints St
Charlie Park
801 S Gadsden St
William the Breadman Jackson
1401 Disston St
Au P+Ch+ Mignon
220 N Duval St
Forgotten Coast Oysters LLC
211 E Virginia St
Katt's Kitchen
Expanding Circles Bakery LLC
524 N M L King Jr Blvd
Under the Over
Anita Favors Thompson Plaza at Lake Anita
Boulevard Park
Recreation Ground
Park
Dog Et Al
1456 S Monroe St
Earley's Kitchen
1458 S Monroe St
Olean's Cafe
1605 S Adams St
CWC
1431 S Monroe St
Shell Oyster Bar
14 Famu Way
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Dogwood
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Dogwood, Night 3
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