Homes zoned for
John G Riley Elementary School
An affordable pocket of Tallahassee worth watching
2
Homes for sale
$162,250
Median list price
$103
Avg price / sqft
75
Median days on market
The John G Riley Elementary zone sits in the heart of Tallahassee, a neighborhood scale part of Leon County where prices stay grounded and the pace is unhurried. It feeds into a familiar cluster of area schools, with R. Frank Nims Middle School and James Rickards High School further along the path, plus the Sail community nearby. It's the kind of place buyers land when they want a foothold in the capital without stretching the budget.
The market here is small and slow-moving, which cuts both ways. With just two active listings and a median list price of $162,250, inventory is thin, and homes are taking a median 74.5 days to sell — so there's room to negotiate, evidenced by sellers netting about 97% of asking. Watch the live map closely, because when something fits, you'll want to move before the next buyer does.
John G Riley Elementary School is an attendance zone in Tallahassee, Florida.
Quick facts
$49,500 – $275K price range
1,418 sqft median home
$1,200/mo median rent
5 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
$49,500$54,500
1124 ALABAMA STREET, TALLAHASSEE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,144 sqft
$275,000$295,000
1108 CUERNO STREET, TALLAHASSEE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,692 sqft
Every active listing inside the John G Riley Elementary School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The John G Riley Elementary School market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$235,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
0 days
Median time to sell
John G Riley Elementary School vs Tallahassee
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 15.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the John G Riley Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median John G Riley Elementary School home
≈ $1,259/mo
$162,250 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,200/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
50,023
Median age
25
Median income
$35,639
Median home value
$167,527
Beyond the listings
Living in John G Riley Elementary School
Lifestyles
Top 11% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Entertainment
Top 15% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Relationships
Top 16% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Culture
Top 19% in the U.S.Dance Devotion
Some dance for fitness, others for fun, and a few turn it into a profession. No matter how these people groove to the music, their love for dance is what bonds them.
Entertainment
Top 21% in the U.S.Competitive Nature
These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.
Emotional
Top 21% in the U.S.Memory Lane
Intentionally preserving memories of lost loved ones, joyful times, or reflecting on painful experiences in the past.
Straight answers
John G Riley Elementary School FAQs
Is the John G Riley Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, affordable neighborhood within Tallahassee that appeals to buyers who want to stay near the capital without paying a premium. The zone connects to a wider school network including R. Frank Nims Middle School, and the nearby Sail community adds to the local fabric. It's best suited to buyers comfortable with a smaller, slower market.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Not particularly — the median list price is $162,250, with active listings ranging from $49,500 up to $275,000. At roughly $103 per square foot, it's one of the more affordable parts of the Tallahassee market. That said, sold prices have run higher, with a median of $235,000 over the past year.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
Current active listings sit at a median of $162,250, while homes that actually sold over the last 12 months closed at a median of $235,000. The typical home is about 1,418 square feet, and one of the two active listings includes a pool. The gap between list and sold figures reflects how few homes trade here.
How is the market right now?+
It's slow and tight, with only two active listings and five sales in the past year. Homes take a median 74.5 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 97% of their asking price. That combination means motivated buyers have negotiating room but limited selection, so keep an eye on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no typical HOA fee reported in this zone, which keeps monthly costs simple. Median annual property taxes run about $2,328. If you're weighing renting versus buying, the median rent here is around $1,200 per month.
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