$444,448Average Value$228Average Price per Sq Ft15Homes For Sale
A quieter vibe near downtown Tallahassee
Midtown keeps pace with the amenities of downtown Tallahassee, though residents enjoy a more low-key vibe, removed from the urban core. “I don’t have to leave the area for anything,” says James Olmstead, a Midtown resident and manager of The Great Bicycle Shop in the neighborhood. He cites an abundance of local restaurants, retail staples and tree-covered streets as the area’s most attractive features. Homes often have suburban attributes, with grassy lawns and nearby parks, but the housing landscape is generally more diverse and affordable than neighborhoods farther east. Many residents work downtown or at one the local colleges. “There are a lot of downtown professionals that live in that area,” says Mandy O’Callaghan, a Realtor with Clover Key Realty and a 25-year Tallahassee resident. “A lot of lobbyists want to live in that area. Professors.” Midtown is also popular with families and retired couples.
Midtown in Tallahassee is a great place to call home.
Quiet streets line the neighborhood of Midtown Tallahassee, FL.
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The housing mix includes condos, townhomes, ranch-style and Millennial designs
Buyers in Midtown can find more affordable options than in nearby suburbs, as some midcentury builds sell in the $200,000s. Remodeled homes with three bedrooms typically range from $350,000 to more than $700,000 for brand-new constructions. The area has a staggered development history, diversifying the architectural landscape, though most homes were built between the 1950s and 70s. “Every home has its own character, every lot is a different size,” Olmstead says. Brick ranch-style homes are prevalent, as well as minimal traditional and Millennial designs. Condos and townhomes are also commonly seen, with prices ranging from $125,000 to $445,000. The neighborhood is evenly split between single-family homes and apartments, though many parts of Midtown have a quieter, almost suburban feel. An abundance of trees helps shelter the area from Tallahassee’s urban core.
Stunning brick facade ranch-style homes in Midtown Tallahassee, FL is great for large families.
Midtown Tallahassee, FL offers residents modern townhomes.
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Winthrop Park has a playground and pickleball courts
The playground at Winthrop Park is a Tallahassee destination, as it is one of the only play areas in the city covered in shade. Mature oaks form an umbrella over colorful swings and slides. Early risers will find pickleball players taking advantage of park courts before the heat of the day sets in. The park has baseball and soccer fields, as well as a walking trail for visitors to admire spring blooms.
Play a game of pickleball at Winthrop Park while living in Tallahassee, FL.
Shoot some hoops at Winthrop Park while living in Tallahassee, FL.
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Leon High School earns a score of A from Niche
Some Midtown children begin their education at Kate Sullivan Elementary, which earns a B-plus from Niche. Middle schoolers then move next door to Elizabeth Cobb Middle, a B-rated school. Teenagers complete their studies at Leon High School, the oldest continually accredited high school in Florida, founded in 1871. Leon High has a robust performing arts program, with award-winning music ensembles, a thespian honor society and coursework in technical theater. Leon High earns a grade of A from Niche.
Kate Sullivan Elementary is a highly rated school located in Tallahassee.
Elizabeth Cobb Middle School has a studen teacher ratio of 18 to 1.
Leon High School has educated many successful graduates.
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Catch beautiful Christmas lights at Dorothy B. Oven Park in Tallahassee, FL.
Easy access to Springtime Tallahassee
Downtown’s annual Springtime Tallahassee festival draws crowds of about 100,000 for a weekend with music, art, food vendors and a parade, in addition to a 10k race. Dorothy B. Oven Park just north of Midtown is known for its annual Christmas celebration. “They have a good light show every Christmas with an Elf Night, with Santa there, and lots of cocoa,” says O’Callaghan. “People drive through to see the lights.”
Thomasville Road is central to Midtown Tallahassee Residents.
Downtown Tallahassee is two miles south
Thomasville Road runs through the neighborhood, which residents can use to reach the downtown core 2 miles away. The city’s StarMetro bus system services Midtown, with several stops along Thomasville Road. Midtown is also close to a major hospital, Tallahassee Memorial, which is less than a 10-minute drive without traffic. Tallahassee International Airport is 9 miles southwest.
Surprising sandwiches as Midtown Caboose
“While there’s plenty to do across Tallahassee, Midtown has a little bit of everything,” Olmstead says. Midtown Caboose is a popular local restaurant with a railroad theme known for inventive burgers and sandwiches. The menu takes some risks – the s’mores burger, for one – but diners enjoy the adventure of trying something new with each visit. Two shopping plazas – Capital Plaza and Miracle Plaza – sit across from each other along Thomasville Road, which cuts though Midtown. Recommended restaurants and businesses include Casa Grande Margarita & Cocina in Capital Plaza and 4 Rivers Smokehouse in Miracle Plaza, which is also home to a Whole Foods.
Midtown Tallahassee's Whole Foods has a great selection of organic foods.
Shop your organic needs at Whole Foods in Miracle Plaza in Midtown Tallahassee, FL.
Grab a delicious bite of BBQ at 4 Rivers BBQ in Miracle Plaza near Midtown Tallahassee, FL.
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Parks in this Area
Lake Ella Dog Walk
Lake Ella
Playground at Lafayette Park
Guyte P. McCord Park
Lafayette Park
Dorothy B. Oven Park
Los Robles Park
Winthrop Park
Transit
Airport
Tallahassee International
20 min drive
Bus
Thomasville Road & Miracle Plaza
Bus
548 E Bradford Road
Bus
E Bradford Road And N Meridian Road
Bus
Centerville Dr And E 7th Avenue
Bus
Thomasville Road And Grape Street
Bus
Betton Road And Trescott Drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Midtown
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Midtown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Midtown, Tallahassee sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Midtown, Tallahassee over the last 12 months is $291,000, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,475
Median Age
36
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,940
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,577
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.6%
College Graduates
72.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
79.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
59''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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