TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – Veteran realtors like Christie Perkins say it takes a mix of analytics and firsthand experiences to get a real sense of the housing market, which is unique considering Tallahassee’s status as both a capital city and a college town.
Perkins said during COVID, a first-time home buyer paid about $500 less per month than a similarly situated buyer today. Plus, she said Tallahassee and Leon County have continued their reputation of heavy regulation, leaving it difficult for home builders to craft most homes under $300,000.
Leon County Commissioner Brian Welch picked up on data from real estate agent Joe Manausa, which showed the lowest-priced homes in Tallahassee rose in price by 43% in the past five years…