Why Live in Centerville
Centerville, a rural neighborhood in northeast Tallahassee, is characterized by its natural beauty and tranquil lifestyle. The area is accessible via Centerville Road, one of Tallahassee's nine canopy roads, lined with live oaks, hickory trees, and sweet gums. The neighborhood is about 10 minutes from Bradfordville, where residents can find restaurants, shops, and parks. Centerville itself has no commercial activity, focusing instead on residential and farming life. The community includes subdivisions like Centerville Conservation Community, Northshire, and Baker Place, featuring custom homes, Craftsman-style houses, traditional homes with Greek columns, and farmhouses, all on multiple acres of land.
Residents enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking on the trails of the Centerville Conservation Community and the Miccosukee Canopy Road Greenway. The neighborhood is also known for its equestrian facilities and blueberry picking at Sienna Lee Gardens. While Centerville lacks parks, the expansive yards and natural surroundings provide ample space for outdoor enjoyment.
Children in Centerville attend highly rated schools, including Roberts Elementary School, William J. Montford III Middle School, and Lawton Chiles High School, all of which have strong academic reputations. For shopping and dining, residents travel to nearby Bradfordville, which features grocery stores like Publix, restaurants such as Mom & Dad’s Italian Restaurant and Tally Fish House & Oyster Bar, and big-box stores like Target. Centerville Road connects to Interstate 10 and downtown Tallahassee, about a 30-minute drive away, offering a balance of rural living with access to urban amenities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centerville a good place to live?
Centerville is a good place to live. Centerville is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Centerville is a rural neighborhood. Centerville has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.4 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $160,994 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 63.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Centerville are home owners, with 9% of residents renting and 91% of residents owning their home. A
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