University
Cottages and ranch homes dominate this college-area district
Homes are primarily cottages, craftsman, and ranch-style homes, ranging from 500 square feet to 3,200 square feet, that are as old as the 1950s. The Valley Green subdivision is a mid-range cost, quiet neighborhood convenient to the universities. Single-family homes are popular in the University District, but townhomes and duplexes are also available.From aviation to art, schools reflect diverse student paths
Schools in the community include Sabal Palm Elementary School, which aims to instill positive character traits in its students and has an overall grade of B from Niche.Sail High School, graded A-minus, focuses on art and innovation. Amos P. Godby High School, a public magnet high school with a B-minus, offers students courses in nursing, aviation, agriculture, information technology, and welding. Parents looking into private schools may consider The Magnolia School for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
Sports complexes and stadiums are central to neighborhood life
As a college area, football and other sports are a big deal here. Close by is Doak S. Campbell Stadium, Florida State University's football stadium, which seats 82,000 people. The Florida State University Sportsplex is also in the University District. It hosts a variety of soccer games and tournaments throughout the season. The James Messer Sports Complex includes 11 lighted baseball/softball fields and the Mike Blankenship Skate Park. Enjoy the great outdoors at Innovative Park's 208 acres of spring-fed lakes, forestland, and rolling hills. The park also holds 17 research and development facilities, which are home to over 30 organizations. During the summer, the area offers three public pools to serve the community.Local vintage shops and national chains serve the university area
The University area of Tallahassee is brimming with locally owned vintage stores and bookstores catering to college students. There are many trendy shopping areas, including the WestEnd Square Shopping Mall. This mall is home to Pet Supermarket, Aveda, the UPS store, Tijuana Flats, an incredible tea bar, and, of course, a coffee shop! Also nearby are Publix, Walmart and Aldi.Close to downtown with jobs in education, law and tech
The University District is a great place to live and work. It is close to downtown, and the bus system travels nearly everywhere. Industries to work for include education, government, printing and publishing, law, non-profits, real estate, healthcare, and technology. The cost of living is generally lower than the average nationwide. With no property tax on moving vehicles and no state income tax, the area is more affordable than many others in the state.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tiffany Hamilton
Tiffany Hamilton
Hamilton Realty Advisors LLC
(850) 724-9170
140 Total Sales
6 in University
$12K - $410K Price Range
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Barbara Slaughter
Barbara Slaughter
Re/Max Professionals Realty
(850) 800-9129
114 Total Sales
6 in University
$59K - $765K Price Range
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Anthony Gifford
Anthony Gifford
Responds QuicklyKetcham Realty Group, Inc.
(850) 518-6774
44 Total Sales
3 in University
$141K - $345K Price Range
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Wanda Sawyer
Wanda Sawyer
Grey Haven Real Estate Inc
(850) 900-3491
54 Total Sales
5 in University
$82K - $170K Price Range
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Zhongli Wang
Zhongli Wang
Sunflower Real Estate LLC
(850) 692-8124
166 Total Sales
12 in University
$29K - $148K Price Range
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Bonnie Scott-Walls
Bonnie Scott-Walls
Coldwell Banker Hartung
(850) 518-6997
134 Total Sales
8 in University
$58K - $190K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Doug Burnette Park
Central Pond Walking Trail
Capital Cascades Trail Playground
Myers Park
Lake Elberta Park
Boulevard Park
James Messer Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
San Luis Mission Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | University | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 9 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 9 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
University Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in University, Tallahassee sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in University, Tallahassee over the last 12 months is $343,890, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$339,400
Median Sale Price
$343,890
Median Single Family Sale Price
$343,890
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$434,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$339,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
701
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$251
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,942
Number of Homes for Sale
21
Median Year Built
1980
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,389
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,058
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
977
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
694
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
37,778
Median Age
26
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
4.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$27,702
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$35,338
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.8%
College Graduates
39.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
59''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
66
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
68
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
41
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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