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231 E 5th Ave, Tallahassee, FL, 32303

5beds
3baths
2,748sqft
$595,000
$217price/sqft
$4,193/moest. monthly cost
$167,720/yrincome needed

About This Home

Beautifully constructed 2,700+ sq. ft. building ideally positioned on 5th Avenue in the heart of Midtown, offering exceptional visibility, accessibility, and versatility for a wide range of professional uses. Currently operating as commercial office space, this property is especially well-suited for law offices, consulting firms, accounting practices, real estate offices, medical-adjacent professional services, or boutique business operations seeking a central Midtown location. Inside, the building features hardwood floors throughout, tall ceilings, spacious rooms, multiple fireplaces, and a layout that provides both private office opportunities and welcoming common areas. The character and charm of the property create a professional yet inviting setting for clients, staff, and guests. Situated on a large lot with ample parking, the property offers a rare combination of Midtown convenience and functional on-site parking. Enjoy walkability to nearby shops, restaurants, nightlife, and other local amenities, making this an attractive location for both business owners and clients. While currently used as commercial office space, the building could also be converted into a wonderful residence, offering additional flexibility for future use. 4-point inspection available upon request. Property is being sold AS-IS. All measurements are approximate and should be verified by buyer

Getting Around

72
WalkingVery Walkable
42
TransitSome Transit
56
BikeBikeable

Schools

4/10
6/10
Raa Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.7 mi
5/10
Leon High SchoolGrades 9-120.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1935

Materials

  • Construction materials: Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Craftsman,Two Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Microwave,Refrigerator

Bedroom2

  • Dimensions: 12x11

Bedroom3

  • Dimensions: 12x11

Bedroom4

  • Dimensions: 11x10

Bedroom5

  • Dimensions: 11x10

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Dimensions: 10x8

Family Room

  • Dimensions: 12x14

Features

  • High Ceilings,Primary Downstairs,Pantry
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Wood
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,748
  • Total interior livable area: 2,748 sqft

Kitchen

  • Dimensions: 10x8

Living Room

  • Dimensions: 2014

Master Bedroom

  • Dimensions: 14x12

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 120732125480000040
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.36 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Carport,Parking Space(s),One Space
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Carport: Yes
  • Carport spaces: 1

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Hurricane
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters in Leon County and Florida

Coastal Storm
Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,008$36,096
Home Insurance *$528$6,336
Property Taxes $381$4,572
Electricity $276$3,318
Total$4,193$50,316
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$143,760/yr
40% on housing$125,790/yr
45% on housing$111,813/yr

Florida FAIR Plan Programs

Citizens Property Insurance Corporation [Florida]

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,321,953Commercial: 13,564
Total Premiums$4.60B
Total Exposure$385.82B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 14.3%
14.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.2%
2.2%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.9%
0.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$217This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 32303$136
Leon County$178

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 32303$184
Leon County$200

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-29Listed for sale$595,000
2026-01-29Listing removed$649,000
2025-06-27Price change$649,000
2025-02-03Listed for sale$699,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentFincher W Smith
BrokerageFrog Real Estate Company, LLC

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