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Highlights
- Modern bathroom
- Brand-new appliances
- Updated kitchen
Location
1230 Alachua Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32308, USA
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Property Overview
1230 Alachua Ave offers a strong overall rental experience, with a 7.8 Zumper expert rating, standout location, and excellent value for money. It also features an updated kitchen, modern bathroom, and brand-new appliances, along with nearby top-rated schools and a compelling mix of price, amenities, and trustworthiness.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Less expensive
- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 970 sqft | $995 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to this beautifully 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit on the upper level of a quad. Featuring all hard-surface floors (wood and tile). This home combines style and functionality, enjoy the convenience of a fresh, contemporary feel. Located near Tallahassee Memorial Hospital (TMH) and Leon High School, this property offers easy access to healthcare and education facilities. Experience the peaceful, private setting of the property, while still being just minutes from the vibrant Midtown area, offering a variety of shopping and dining options. With the added convenience of being close to a bus route, getting around town is simple. The price includes both yard and pest control. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to live in a central and accessible location. Call today to schedule a private tour! |
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Amenities for 1230 Alachua Ave
Appliances
| Range & Refridgerator |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 1230 Alachua Ave
Welcome to this beautifully 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit on the upper level of a quad. Featuring all hard-surface floors (wood and tile). This home combines style and functionality, enjoy the convenience of a fresh, contemporary feel. Located near Tallahassee Memorial Hospital (TMH) and Leon High School, this property offers easy access to healthcare and education facilities. Experience the peaceful, private setting of the property, while still being just minutes from the vibrant Midtown area, offering a variety of shopping and dining options. With the added convenience of being close to a bus route, getting around town is simple. The price includes both yard and pest control. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to live in a central and accessible location. Call today to schedule a private tour!
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.
7.8
/10
Very Good1230 Alachua Ave 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.
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, 1230 Alachua Ave is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. 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, 1230 Alachua Ave 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.
1230 Alachua Ave 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 1230 Alachua Ave 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.
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 1230 Alachua Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.9 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.5 miles away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Tallahassee
2-bedroom apartments at 1230 Alachua Ave cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Tallahassee.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Tallahassee
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,047 |
| 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 | $942 |
| May 2026 | $1,122 |
| June 2026 | $986 |
| July 2026 | $908 |
| August 2026 | $895 |
| September 2026 | $886 |
| October 2026 | $895 |
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Can I afford to live at 1230 Alachua Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$39,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near 1230 Alachua Ave
Kate Sullivan Elementary School
927 miccosukee rd
tallahassee, FL, 32308
PK, K-5Public
B+
Heritage Trails Community School
283 trojan trl
tallahassee, FL, 32311
K-12Public
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
Getting around Tallahassee near 1230 Alachua Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1230 Alachua Ave, Tallahassee
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
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
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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