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Highlights

  • Granite counter tops
  • Ceiling fans
  • Stainless appliances
  • Upgraded flooring
  • Community pool
  • Central hvac

Location

403 E Carolina St, Tallahassee, FL 32301, USA|Lafayette Park
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Management

Lauer Real Estate Group, LLC

Leasing office

(850) 942-2980

Property Overview

403 E. Carolina Street is a highly rated rental option, earning an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3/10 with standout scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents can enjoy upgraded interiors with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceiling fans, and central HVAC, plus access to a community pool, all supported by detailed listing photos. The location supports an active social life, with numerous restaurants, event hubs, parks, and nearby top-rated schools contributing to everyday convenience and lifestyle options.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 403 E. Carolina Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 403 E. Carolina Street 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

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,250 /mo1 unit availableLocated in the Heart of the Capital City. Convenient to restaurants, shopping, downtown offices and the FSU campus is just a few blocks away from MID TOWN. These condos feature granite counter tops, stainless appliances, ON SITE LAUNDRY, central HVAC, ceiling fans, BLUETOOTH speakers, upgraded flooring, and community pool. Ask about our specials!
2BR/1.5BA2 bed1.5 bath$1,550 /mo1 unit availableLocated in the Heart of the Capital City. Convenient to restaurants, shopping, downtown offices and the FSU campus is just a few blocks away from Midtown Place. These condos feature granite counter tops, stainless appliances, washer/dyer in the unit, central HVAC, ceiling fans, upgraded flooring, and community pool.

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Building

Sewer
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About 403 E. Carolina Street

HomeApartments in TallahasseeLafayette Park 403 E. Carolina Street

Located in the Heart of the Capital City. Convenient to restaurants, shopping, downtown offices and the FSU campus is just a few blocks away from MID TOWN. These condos feature granite counter tops, stainless appliances, ON SITE LAUNDRY, central HVAC, ceiling fans, BLUETOOTH speakers, upgraded flooring, and community pool. Ask about our specials!


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 403 E. Carolina Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 403 E. Carolina Street 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 403 E. Carolina Street
Price·9A 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.
403 E. Carolina Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
403 E. Carolina Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 403 E. Carolina Street 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.
403 E. Carolina Street 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 403 E. Carolina Street 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.

403 E. Carolina Street is great for:

Social life

  • 173 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 26 parks and recreation options
  • 27 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • A bustling neighborhood

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 403 E. Carolina Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Lafayette Park

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lafayette Park.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 403 E. Carolina Street to be 7% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lafayette Park.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Lafayette Park
Tallahassee
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Tallahassee
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,050
June 2024$1,079
July 2024$1,087
August 2024$1,057
September 2024$1,092
October 2024$1,053
November 2024$1,052
December 2024$1,020
January 2025$1,058
February 2025$1,092
March 2025$1,060
April 2025$998
May 2025$986
June 2025$999
July 2025$1,000
August 2025$1,014
September 2025$1,016
October 2025$1,029
November 2025$1,010
December 2025$999
January 2026$1,027
February 2026$1,038
March 2026$1,012
April 2026$1,032
May 2026$1,025
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lafayette Park
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,321
July 2024$1,125
August 2024$1,155
September 2024$1,167
October 2024$1,186
November 2024$1,190
December 2024$1,200
January 2025$1,200
February 2025$1,200
March 2025$1,200
April 2025$1,200
May 2025$1,200
June 2025$1,200
July 2025$1,200
August 2025$1,200
September 2025$1,116
October 2025$1,100
November 2025$1,095
December 2025$1,131
January 2026$1,140
February 2026$1,221
March 2026$1,187
April 2026$1,225
May 2026$1,273

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 403 E. Carolina Street

Kate Sullivan Elementary School

927 miccosukee rd

tallahassee, FL, 32308

PK, K-5Public
B+

Florida A&M University Developmental Research School

400 w orange ave

tallahassee, FL, 32307

K-12Public
B-

Second Chance at Ghazvini Learning Center

2514 w tharpe st

tallahassee, FL, 32303

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 403 E Carolina St

Walking

7/10
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

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 403 E Carolina St, Tallahassee

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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