$265,784Average Value$185Average Price per Sq Ft30Homes For Sale
Near a major Tallahassee mall
Governor’s Square is an east of downtown Tallahassee neighborhood that shares its name with an indoor shopping center. Retail is here, but so are houses on enclosed streets and well-kept lawns. Brick ranch-style houses sit at the end of driveways paved the color of sand. Forest green bungalows, stone midcentury houses and townhouses with bright blue trim sit on suburban streets ending in cul-de-sacs. Grocery stores like Publix and big box retailers like Target are nearby, and the neighborhood also has indoor activity options, like a bowling alley and a trampoline park. “If you live somewhere near Governor’s Square, you could be downtown in 5-8 minutes,” says Audrey Nedeau, real estate broker at Suite Real Estate, LLC.
Shopping along Apalachee Parkway
Some of the best shopping in Tallahassee is in Governor’s Square. Outdoor retail plazas like Gulf Wind Shopping Center and the indoor mall feature some of the biggest names in retail. People shop for clothes at Old Navy and Marshalls, cosmetics at Ulta Beauty and furniture at World Market. Checkers has drive-thru burgers and Bojangles has fried chicken and biscuits. Indoor malls fell out of fashion long ago, but Governor’s Square mall is well-maintained and full of stores like LOFT, Sephora and H&M. Chain restaurants like Miller’s Ale House and Uncle Maddio’s Pizza sit along the highway, and the area also has some local eateries like Aaru’s Multicuisine and G&G Eat In and Takeout, which serves Caribbean fare.
Rock bands play at Tallahassee amphitheater
In the heart of the neighborhood is Governor’s Park, a 200-acre park with plenty of open space for walking and lying on the grass. Directly west is Cascades Park, which has a splash pad that lights up different colors at night and a manmade waterfall, plus walking pathways surrounding a lake. The Adderly Amphitheater, an outdoor concert venue hosting bands like the Flaming Lips and George Thorogood and the Destroyers, sits within the park. There’s also a paved pathway called the Capital Cascades Trail, which is popular with runners and bikers.
Older one-story homes in Tallahassee
Governor’s Square has several suburban communities, with houses on enclosed, winding roads. Ranch-style homes with fenced-in backyards, brick multifamily homes and cottages sit right next to each other behind grassy front lawns on streets that feel suburban. Home construction happened mostly in the late 20th century. Prices range between $145,000 and $606,000. “The residential areas near there are smaller homes and townhomes that are a little bit older. There’s not really much new over that way,” says Nedeau.
Leon County public schools
Kids in Governor’s Square can attend public school through Leon County. Children go to Hartsfield Elementary School, Fairview Middle School and James S. Rickards High School. Hartsfield has a C-plus rating from Niche, Fairview is rated B and Rickards is rated B-plus. The high school has an International Baccalaureate program for high-performing students.
Driving on the Apalachee Parkway and taking the StarMetro
The Apalachee Parkway, also known as Florida State Roade 20, and runs east-west from Bunnell on the east coast to the panhandle community of Niceville. Tallahassee StarMetro buses stop along the highway, giving residents easy access to public transportation.
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Parks in this Area
Tom Brown Park
Myers Park
Governor's Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Tallahassee Parks & Recreation
Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park
Optimist Park
Transit
Airport
Tallahassee International
19 min drive
Bus
E Park Avenue And S Magnolia Drive (Winn Dixie)
Bus
Apalachee Parkway And Executive Center Drive
Bus
Park Avenue And Victory Garden Drive
Bus
Mahan Drive And Ty Ty Road
Bus
E Park Avenue And Blairstone Road
Bus
2540 W Executive Center Circle (Koger Center)
Bus
Apalachee Parkway And Richardson Road
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Governor's Square
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
8
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Governor's Square, Tallahassee sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Governor's Square, Tallahassee over the last 12 months is $231,641, down 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
New roof to be installed prior to closing with contract. Spacious Family home in great location within Meadowbrook subdivision. Inviting entry through French doors to foyer overlooking large living room with wood burning fireplace in this 3 Bedroom family home. Split floorplan with Large Primary suite with walk-in closet. Interior layout features eat in kitchen with separate dining room, living
SUPER CUTE 2 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH TOWN HOME RIGHT OFF PARK AVENUE* PERFECT STARTER HOME OR INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY*OPEN FLOORPLAN WITH FIREPLACE IN LIVING ROOM*LARGE FULLY FENCED YARD AND OUTSIDE STORAGE ROOM*THIS PROPERTY IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED TO BLAIRSTONE, CAPITAL CIRCLE AND THE PARKWAY* ROOF 2018 AND HVAC 2013.
Move in ready with updates throughout. Granite countertops, NEW Stove glass stop oven, NEW dishwasher, NEW microwave, fresh NEW soft closing custom cabinetry, NEW tile backsplash, NEW window treatments, newer 2018 HVAC, 2015 Roof & NEW carpet. This end-unit is ready for you. Fences in privacy yard & 2-car driveway. Conveniently located to Publix, downtown, lots of shopping and restaurants.
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LOVELY NE 3/2 w/ Garage, Screened Porch, Fenced Yard, Washer/Dryer, & Granite Counters Available June 3rd for $2250/month! You will love this renovated house that features a kitchen with island, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, split bedroom plan, granite counters, double sinks in master, walk in closet, wood and tile floors throughout, and more! There is an oversized 2 car garage with workshop
Nestled in beautiful Southeast Tallahassee. Within walking distance to shopping, dining and entertainment. Across the street from Govenors Square Mall and Publix. Only a short drive to Target, schools and state offices. Ongoing renovations include kitchen cabinets, countertops, and upgraded flooring. Call or stop by our leasing office today!Included with rent: Basic Cable, Water, Garbage
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
10,406
Median Age
35
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,797
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,150
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.3%
College Graduates
55.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.2%
% Population in Labor Force
79.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
59''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 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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