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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartment homes
  • Peaceful community
  • Ample storage
  • Stylish finishes
  • Open layouts
  • Private outdoor spaces

Location

821 East Magnolia Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32301, United States|South City
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Management

Bryten Real Estate Partners, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 311-0438 ext. 1181

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Ekos Magnolia Oaks offers spacious apartment homes in a peaceful community, featuring stylish finishes and open layouts with private outdoor spaces. With a Zumper expert rating of 7.7 out of 10 and high scores for price, amenities, and location, this property ensures a competitive balance of value while providing excellent access to local attractions and transport options. Additionally, its trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10 reflects transparency and a clear understanding of what potential renters can expect.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
Ekos Magnolia Oaks is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Pet friendly

Floor plans

A1 - 331 bed1 bath683 sqft$463 /mo1 unit available
A1- 601 bed1 bath683 sqft$931 /mo3 units available
B1 - 332 bed2 bath965 sqft$557 /mo
B1 - 602 bed2 bath965 sqft$1,118 /mo3 units available
C1 -333 bed2 bath1,175 sqft$647 /mo
C1 -603 bed2 bath1,175 sqft$1,295 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Ekos Magnolia Oaks

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$800

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Breed restrictionsYes

You Love Your Pet and so Do We. Our pet friendly community welcomes all furry friends regardless of size or breed! Give us a call and ask about our pet policy

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

$25

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

$25

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

Questions about this property’s policies and fees?

Building details

Property details

Units110
Lease terms8–12 months
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About Ekos Magnolia Oaks

HomeApartments in TallahasseeSouth City Ekos Magnolia Oaks

Welcome Home to Your New Home in Tallahassee. Nestled under picturesque oak trees, Magnolia Oaks offers a peaceful community with all the modern comforts you crave. Our spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom affordable apartment homes feature stylish finishes, open layouts, ample storage and private outdoor spaces.


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
Ekos Magnolia Oaks is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Ekos Magnolia Oaks
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Ekos Magnolia Oaks is a great option for renters looking for apartments in South City. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Ekos Magnolia Oaks is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Ekos Magnolia Oaks 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 Ekos Magnolia Oaks 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.
Ekos Magnolia Oaks 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.

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 Ekos Magnolia Oaks compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 83 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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 South City

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 29% lower than 1-bedrooms in South City.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Ekos Magnolia Oaks to be 34% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in South City.

3-bedroom apartments at Ekos Magnolia Oaks cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in South City.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
South City
Tallahassee
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Tallahassee
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$995
January 2024$1,000
February 2024$990
March 2024$990
April 2024$975
May 2024$1,041
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$1,000
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South City
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$998
March 2024$877
April 2024$868
May 2024$875
June 2024$935
July 2024$837
October 2024$950
November 2024$950
February 2025$858
March 2025$732
April 2025$687
May 2025$807
June 2025$902
July 2025$628
August 2025$915
September 2025$755
October 2025$992
November 2025$938
December 2025$964

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,880/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,880 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $697.
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Schools near Ekos Magnolia Oaks

Frank Hartsfield Elementary School

1414 chowkeebin nene

tallahassee, FL, 32301

PK, K-5Public
C+

Heritage Trails Community School

283 trojan trl

tallahassee, FL, 32311

K-12Public

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
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Neighborhood

South City | Tallahassee, FL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Tallahassee near 821 East Magnolia Drive

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 821 East Magnolia Drive, Tallahassee

Groceries

5/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 15-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

5/10
Several fashion stores are within a short walk.

Cafes

4/10
The closest café is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

2/10
The closest elementary school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.

High schools

3/10
The closest high school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.

Parks

6/10
Few parks in the area.

Nightlife

2/10
Few bars are within walking distance.

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