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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Average sale price is useful.But it does not always tell you what buyers are paying for the actual home.The graph below shows average MLS sale value per square foot by North Florida county through June 2026.This is where Franklin County stands apart again.A high average sale price can be caused by larger homes. But a high value per square foot often points to stronger pricing power, scarcity, location premiums, coastal demand, or a different property mix.That distinction matters for both buyers and sellers.A buyer comparing homes across counties should not ask only, “Which one costs more?” The better question is, “What am I paying per square foot, and what do I get for that value?”A seller should be careful, too. Price per square foot can help, but it is not a complete valuation method....
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Updated Tallahassee Home for Sale 1829 Wales Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32303 $260,000 3 Beds 2 Baths 1,864 Sq Ft Office Flex Room Move-In Ready Home in Astoria Park Welcome to 1829 Wales Drive in Tallahassee, Florida, a beautifully maintained home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,864 square feet of living space. Priced at $260,000, this move-in-ready property offers the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and valuable recent updates. Located in the desirable Astoria Park neighborhood, this home includes a dedicated office that can easily serve as a fourth bedroom, making it ideal for growing families, remote workers, or anyone needing additional living space. Property Highlights 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms 1,864 square feet of living space Dedicated office or optional fourth bed...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Contemporary Townhome for Sale in Tallahassee 2170 Dellwood Drive Apt C, Tallahassee, FL 32303 $300,000 3 Beds 3 Baths 2,139 Sq Ft Near Midtown Modern Design Meets Spacious Living Welcome to 2170 Dellwood Drive Apt C in Tallahassee, Florida, a beautifully updated contemporary townhome offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,139 square feet of living space. Priced at $300,000, this unique property combines generous room sizes, stylish updates, and a convenient location just minutes from Midtown. The home's distinctive metal-wrapped exterior creates a modern architectural statement, while inside you'll find expansive living areas, oversized bedrooms, and thoughtful updates that make it truly move-in ready. Property Highlights 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms 2,139 square feet of ...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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North Florida home prices keep telling the same long-term story.Owning a home is not just about having a place to live. It is also about participating in appreciation, building equity, paying down debt, and controlling a piece of limited housing supply.The visual below frames the big question from the latest North Florida housing report: when could median home prices reach $1 million?The exact year matters less than the direction.If prices keep compounding over time, waiting for housing to become easier may not be the safest assumption. Buyers who delay may face higher prices later, even if market conditions feel slower today.This is where homeownership differs from many other financial choices. A homeowner benefits from appreciation on the full value of the property, not just the down ...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Private Pool Home on Nearly Two Acres 1459 Silver Pine Lane, Tallahassee, FL 32312 $400,000 3 Beds 2 Baths 1,842 Sq Ft Pool Home A Rare Northeast Tallahassee Opportunity Welcome to 1459 Silver Pine Lane in Tallahassee, Florida, a private pool home offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,842 square feet of comfortable living space. Priced at $400,000, this property sits on nearly two fenced acres in one of Northeast Tallahassee's most desirable locations. This combination is increasingly difficult to find: a private swimming pool, generous acreage, a fenced property, and access to three highly sought-after school zones. The spacious outdoor setting provides room for entertaining, pets, gardening, recreation, and peaceful everyday living. Property Highlights 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathroo...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Luxury Tallahassee Home for Sale 2609 Raymond Diehl Road, Tallahassee, FL 32309 $435,000 4Beds 3Baths 1,925Sq Ft 18'Ceiling Better Than New Construction Near Killearn Estates Welcome to 2609 Raymond Diehl Road in Tallahassee, Florida, a beautifully finished 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering 1,925 square feet of stylish living space. Priced at $435,000, this move-in-ready home delivers the luxury finishes of new construction without the builder wait or premium price. Located near Killearn Estates, this thoughtfully designed home features soaring 18-foot ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, and an open-concept layout centered around a dramatic living room with a cozy gas fireplace. Property Highlights 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms 1,925 square feet of living space Luxury viny...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Lakefront Tallahassee Home for Sale 3175 Ferns Glen Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32309 $599,000 5Beds 4Baths 3,268Sq Ft LakeFront Spacious Lake Killarney Retreat with Stunning Water Views Welcome to 3175 Ferns Glen Drive in Tallahassee, Florida, an exceptional 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom lakefront home offering 3,268 square feet of beautifully designed living space. Priced at $599,000, this multi-level residence overlooks picturesque Lake Killarney and offers breathtaking water views from nearly every room. With cathedral ceilings, an impressive wall of lake-facing windows, and two stone wood-burning fireplaces, this bright and airy home delivers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and scenic beauty. Recent updates—including a 2026 water heater, 2024 HVAC system, and 2020 roof—provide added p...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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County-level numbers are helpful.ZIP code numbers get closer to real life.The graph below shows year-over-year change in reported market time by Tallahassee-area ZIP code.Every ZIP code shown posted an increase in reported average days on market compared with the same year-to-date period last year.Some increases were modest.Others were sharp.The largest increases appeared in ZIP codes with smaller sales counts, so they need context. But the broad direction still matters. Rising market time is not isolated to one neighborhood or one corner of the market.For sellers, this means the right comparison is not simply “Tallahassee.” It is your ZIP code, your neighborhood, your price range, and your active competition.For buyers, a fast-rising ZIP code may create more time to compare and negotia...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Not every price range moves at the same speed.That is one of the most important lessons for buyers and sellers in today’s Tallahassee market.The graph below shows reported average and median days on market by price range in the Tallahassee MSA.The $800K to $999K segment posted the highest average market time among the price ranges shown.But the bigger lesson is that price tiers behave differently.Buyers under $250K often face affordability constraints. Buyers in the middle tiers may be comparing condition, school zones, commute times, and monthly payments. Higher-end buyers may have more choices, stricter expectations, and a smaller pool of competing buyers.That is why broad market averages can mislead.A seller at $350K should not build a strategy from a $900K market time reading. A buy...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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One month of slower sales can be noise.A broad year-over-year increase is harder to dismiss.The graph below shows year-over-year change in market time by Tallahassee-area county.Madison was the only county shown with a year-over-year decline. Every other county moved higher.Leon County’s increase is especially important because it is based on the largest sales count in the chart. That means the largest local county is also showing a meaningful rise in reported market time.This is an important signal for sellers.The market is not simply slower in small or rural counties. The core Tallahassee market is also taking longer to move homes from listing to sale.For buyers, this can create more time to compare properties and evaluate tradeoffs. But buyers should still avoid assuming that every l...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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The Tallahassee area does not have one single days-on-market story.It has several.The graph below shows reported average days on market by county for existing-home sales through May 2026.Leon County averaged 92 reported days on market, while Franklin County averaged 204. Other counties fell between those two points.That spread matters.A larger county with more buyers can often absorb a correctly priced home faster than a thinner market with fewer qualified prospects.Smaller counties can also show more volatility because one or two long-running sales can pull the average higher. That does not make the data useless. It means the data needs interpretation.For sellers in thinner markets, pricing discipline matters even more. Fewer buyers means fewer chances to recover from an optimistic lis...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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SEO Title: 918 7th Street, Quincy, FL 32351 Home for Sale | Move-In Ready 3 Bedroom Home with Basement Move-In Ready Quincy Home for Sale 918 7th Street, Quincy, FL 32351 $146,763 3Beds 2Baths 1,490Sq Ft 2-CarCarport Affordable Home with Flexible Living Space Welcome to 918 7th Street in Quincy, Florida, a well-maintained home offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1,490 square feet of living space. Priced at $146,763, this move-in-ready property is an excellent opportunity for first-time homebuyers, families, or anyone seeking affordability without sacrificing space. Featuring an open living and dining area, a versatile basement, and a durable metal roof, this home offers flexibility for today's lifestyle while being conveniently located near grocery stores, parks, and just a short...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Tallahassee Townhome for Sale 1181 Ocala Road, Tallahassee, FL 32304 $158,900 2Beds 2Baths 928Sq Ft $1KPrice Drop Convenient Townhome Near Florida State University Welcome to 1181 Ocala Road in Tallahassee, Florida, a well-maintained townhome offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 928 square feet of comfortable living space. Priced at $158,900, this property is an excellent opportunity for first-time homebuyers, graduate students, or investors looking for a home in a highly convenient location. Situated in a quiet community along the Seminole Express bus route and just two miles from Florida State University, this home provides easy access to campus while remaining within walking distance of shopping, restaurants, and other everyday conveniences. Property Highlights 2 bedrooms and 2 bat...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Move-In Ready Tallahassee Townhome for Sale 1334 Kings Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32301 $175,000 2Beds 2Baths 882Sq Ft $2KPrice Drop Freshly Updated and Ready for You Welcome to 1334 Kings Drive in Tallahassee, Florida, a beautifully maintained townhome offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 882 square feet of comfortable living space. Priced at $175,000, this move-in-ready home combines modern updates with a convenient location in the heart of Tallahassee. Featuring brand-new flooring and fresh interior paint throughout, this inviting home offers a bright, clean interior that's perfect for first-time buyers, small families, downsizers, or investors seeking a low-maintenance property. Property Highlights 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms 882 square feet of living space Brand-new flooring throughou...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Slower sales are no longer limited to a few unusual properties.They have become common across the Tallahassee area.The graph below ranks local counties by the share of existing-home sales that took more than 60 days on the market.Leon County, the largest and most liquid county in the Tallahassee MSA, still had half of sales take more than 60 days.Several surrounding counties showed even higher shares.That matters because many people talk about “the Tallahassee market” as if it were a single market. It is not.County, property type, price range, condition, location, and buyer pool all affect the time to sell.For sellers, this means a two-month listing is not automatically an outlier. But it is also not something to ignore. The first few weeks still matter because active buyers quickly lea...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Quincy Home for Sale 761 S Madison Street, Quincy, FL 32351 $180,000 3Beds 2Baths 1,216Sq Ft $3KPrice Drop Comfortable Living in a Peaceful Quincy Neighborhood Welcome to 761 S Madison Street in Quincy, Florida, a well-maintained home offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1,216 square feet of comfortable living space. Priced at $180,000, this charming property combines affordability, practicality, and a peaceful neighborhood setting. Designed for easy everyday living, the home features durable vinyl flooring throughout and a functional layout with spacious bedrooms, making it an excellent choice for first-time buyers, families, or investors. Property Highlights 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms 1,216 square feet of living space Durable vinyl flooring throughout Well-maintained inter...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Tallahassee Home for Sale 2835 Boatner Street, Tallahassee, FL 32310 $193,500 3Beds 1Bath 1,216Sq Ft CornerLot Well-Maintained Home with Flexible Living Space Welcome to 2835 Boatner Street in Tallahassee, Florida, a well-maintained home offering 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,216 square feet of comfortable living space. Priced at $193,500, this corner-lot property combines affordability, functionality, and several valuable features that make it stand out. The spacious kitchen and living area provide a welcoming atmosphere, while the oversized bonus room offers the flexibility to create a primary suite, home office, playroom, or additional living space to fit your needs. Property Highlights 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom 1,216 square feet of living space Corner lot location Large bonus room ...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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SEO Title: 3165 Allison Marie Court, Tallahassee, FL 32304 Townhome for Sale | 3 Bedroom Investment Opportunity Near FSU Tallahassee Townhome for Sale 3165 Allison Marie Court, Tallahassee, FL 32304 $179,000 3Beds 3Baths 1,216Sq Ft $6KPrice Drop Excellent Investment or Owner-Occupant Opportunity Welcome to 3165 Allison Marie Court in Tallahassee, Florida, a well-maintained brick townhome offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 1,216 square feet of living space. Priced at $179,000, this property is an outstanding opportunity for investors, college students, or buyers looking to offset their mortgage through rental income. Owner occupants can live on the main level while renting the two upstairs bedrooms, creating an affordable path to homeownership. With a motivated seller and a desirable ...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Days on market is useful.But it is not perfect.The graph below illustrates why reported market time can be misleading if buyers and sellers treat it as a perfect measure.Average days on market and median days on market often tell different stories.The average can be pulled higher by a few homes that take a very long time to sell. The median shows the middle sale, which may better represent the typical experience.But there is another issue.Listing resets can make a property look newer than it really is. When a home is canceled, withdrawn, and relisted, the visible days on market may not fully show how long buyers have actually been seeing the property.This is why sellers should not assume that a reset erases buyer memory.Buyers watch listings. Agents watch listing history. The market rem...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
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Tallahassee Home for Sale 2527 Blue Ridge Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32311 $550,000 4Beds 3Baths 2,150Sq Ft $550KPrice Move-In Ready Home in Desirable SouthWood Welcome to 2527 Blue Ridge Drive in Tallahassee, Florida, a beautifully maintained home offering 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,150 square feet of living space. Priced at $550,000, this property combines modern comfort, functional design, and an exceptional location in the highly sought-after SouthWood community. With spacious living areas, quality finishes, and access to one of Tallahassee's premier neighborhoods, this home is ideal for buyers seeking comfort, convenience, and lifestyle. Property Highlights 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms 2,150 square feet of living space Located in Tallahassee's desirable SouthWood community Listed at...
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