Homes zoned for
R. Frank Nims Middle School
Affordable Southside living close to the capital
2
Homes for sale
$148,000
Median list price
$138
Avg price / sqft
165
Median days on market
The R. Frank Nims Middle School zone sits on Tallahassee's south side, an established, workaday part of the capital where modest single-family homes and short commutes to downtown define daily life. Families here often move between the nearby John G Riley Elementary School and James Rickards High School zones, and neighborhoods like Sail add to the mix of housing on this side of town.
For a buyer today, this is one of the more accessible corners of the Tallahassee market, with a median list price of $148,000 and homes averaging around $138 a square foot. Inventory is thin — just two active listings right now — and homes tend to sit, with a median of 165 days on market, so patient, prepared buyers have room to negotiate. Check the live map to see what's currently available.
R. Frank Nims Middle School is an attendance zone in Tallahassee, Florida.
Quick facts
$98,999 – $197K price range
1,044 sqft median home
$195/mo median HOA
7 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
$197,000
3660 TYSON GREEN WAY UNIT 707, TALLAHASSEE
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,176 sqft
$98,999
1400 Hernando Drive, Tallahassee FL 32304, TALLAHASSEE
4 bd · 2 ba · 912 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The R. Frank Nims Middle School market
7
Sold, last 12 months
$260,000
Median sold price
93%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
32 days
Median time to sell
R. Frank Nims Middle School vs Tallahassee
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 9.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the R. Frank Nims Middle School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median R. Frank Nims Middle School home
≈ $1,348/mo
$148,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$195/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
53,757
Median age
31
Median income
$41,816
Median home value
$143,032
Beyond the listings
Living in R. Frank Nims Middle School
Lifestyles
Top 14% 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.
Relationships
Top 15% 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.
Entertainment
Top 20% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 24% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Culture
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.
Hobbies & Interests
Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Straight answers
R. Frank Nims Middle School FAQs
Is the Nims Middle School zone a good place to live?+
It's a practical choice for buyers who want an affordable foothold in Tallahassee close to downtown and the capital. The area is anchored by established schools including nearby options like Amos P. Godby High School and John G Riley Elementary, making it a reasonable fit for families and first-time buyers.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of Tallahassee's more affordable zones, with a median list price of $148,000 and active listings ranging from about $99,000 to $197,000. At an average of $138 per square foot, it's well below the citywide norm.
What do homes cost in the Nims zone?+
Current active listings are priced between $98,999 and $197,000, with a median list price of $148,000 and a typical home size around 1,044 square feet. Over the past 12 months, seven homes sold at a median price of $260,000, reflecting a range of property types moving through this area.
How is the market right now?+
It's a slow, buyer-friendly market with only two active listings and a median of 165 days on market. Sellers over the last year received about 93% of their asking price on average, so there's real room to negotiate if you come prepared.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Where an HOA applies, the median fee runs about $195 per month, though many homes in this area carry no HOA at all. Property taxes are modest, with a median of roughly $1,951 per year.
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