Tallahassee Highlands Homes For Sale & Neighborhood Guide
Tallahassee Highlands is an established east-central Tallahassee neighborhood, primarily in ZIP 32308, with detached homes on residential streets near Centerville Road. Olson Road and Pablo Avenue form part of the recorded subdivision, along with Pennlyn Drive, Lonnbladh Road and portions of Centerville Road.
This guide focuses specifically on the recorded Tallahassee Highlands subdivision in Tallahassee. Similarly named communities and properties elsewhere are not part of this neighborhood, so buyers should confirm the subdivision name for any home they are considering.
Tallahassee Highlands Key Facts
- Homes for sale: Check current Tallahassee Highlands availability
- Property type: Primarily detached single-family homes
- Location: East-central Tallahassee, primarily ZIP 32308
- Core streets: Olson Road, Pablo Avenue, Pennlyn Drive, Lonnbladh Road and portions of Centerville Road
- Lot sizes: Historical neighborhood sales include lots from about 0.11 to 1.31 acres, with exceptions
- Home sizes: Historical neighborhood sales include homes from roughly 800 to 1,724 square feet, with exceptions
- Construction era: Mid-century and later homes
- Association: No known neighborhood-wide HOA
- Schools: Commonly W.T. Moore Elementary, Cobb Middle and Lincoln High; verify address and year
Neighborhood information was reviewed as of August 24, 2026; listing and sales data update automatically. Utilities, recorded restrictions and school assignments should be confirmed for the exact property.
Tallahassee Highlands Neighborhood Summary
Tallahassee Highlands offers an established residential setting near Centerville Road and northeast Tallahassee destinations. House size, lot size, age, improvements and road position vary meaningfully, so buyers can find different ownership experiences within the same recorded subdivision.
The neighborhood may appeal to buyers who prefer an established home and are comfortable comparing properties individually rather than expecting a uniform set of floor plans or finishes. One address may offer a compact house and manageable yard, while another may provide more land, expanded living space or mature outdoor features. That variety gives buyers useful choices, but it also makes condition and property-specific pricing especially important.
For sellers, Tallahassee Highlands benefits from a recognizable in-town location and access to major northeast Tallahassee routes. Strong marketing should show how the home lives today, highlight completed improvements and explain the features that distinguish it from nearby sales. Accurate information about square footage, systems, permits and the lot helps buyers see the property’s value with fewer unanswered questions.
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Create Alert for New ListingsAbout Tallahassee Highlands
Tallahassee Highlands is a recorded residential subdivision inside Tallahassee. It includes homes along Olson Road, Pablo Avenue, Pennlyn Drive, Lonnbladh Road and portions of Centerville Road. The subdivision name should not be extended to every nearby address, especially along roads that continue beyond its boundaries.
When comparing listings or recent sales, make sure the address is actually within Tallahassee Highlands. Highlands student housing west of Florida State University, Highlands County, Gulf Highlands and Ashville Highlands are unrelated places with similar names.
Tallahassee Highlands Homes And Lots
Tallahassee Highlands contains detached homes with a genuine mix of ages, sizes and lot configurations. Historical sales include living areas from about 800 to 1,724 square feet and lots from about 0.11 to 1.31 acres, with exceptions. Buyers will see one-story plans, carports, additions and mature landscaping throughout the neighborhood.
Many homes here have evolved over time, so a thoughtful inspection is especially valuable. Pay close attention to the roof, foundation or crawlspace, electrical and plumbing systems, HVAC, moisture conditions and any past additions that could affect future costs.
Compare the Property Appraiser sketch with the home as it stands today and review available permits. Enclosed porches, converted carports, detached structures and other additions deserve extra attention because their permitted use and finished-area treatment can vary.
Lot sizes vary materially, making setbacks, drainage, off-street parking, fences and utility easements important. Main-road parcels can differ from interior residential lots in access, noise, frontage and future-use questions. Compare a current survey with occupation on the ground and ask qualified professionals to explain encroachments or discrepancies before planning an addition, accessory structure or driveway expansion.
Living area deserves a closer look when an original floor plan has been expanded. Tax records, permits and listings may treat enclosed utility rooms, converted carports or detached structures differently. Buyers should understand which spaces are permitted, finished, insurable and likely to be included in an appraisal.
Use the Leon County Property Appraiser and Tallahassee-Leon County GIS as starting points. Neither replaces a survey, title commitment, recorded-document review, inspection or professional advice.
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Ownership, Utilities, Streets And Environmental Review
Road position and utility service vary by address. Before buying, confirm road responsibility and the home’s water, wastewater, electric, internet and stormwater arrangements. Nearby infrastructure does not always guarantee that a particular property has the same service or connection.
Tallahassee Highlands has no known neighborhood-wide homeowners association. Title can still contain parcel-specific covenants, easements, setbacks, use restrictions or maintenance agreements, and municipal rules continue to apply.
Owners considering rental use should check current city rules, insurance requirements and any recorded restrictions. Property-specific rent, lease terms, utilities, maintenance and management costs provide a more useful picture than a broad area estimate.
Drainage and moisture require address-level review. Observe grading, gutters, downspouts, low areas, crawlspace or slab conditions, driveway flow and public drainage after rain. Check current flood maps and insurance requirements, but do not treat an online map as a survey or site inspection.
Obtain insurance quotes early using accurate roof age, electrical equipment, plumbing information, occupancy and claims history. Financing or insurance may require repairs. Clarify who will complete them, what documentation is necessary, and whether the contract allows enough time for reinspection.
Tallahassee Highlands Location And Schools
Tallahassee Highlands is east-central Tallahassee near Centerville Road, with routes toward Capital Circle Northeast, Mahan Drive, Miccosukee Road, downtown, hospitals, schools, shopping and northeast employment. Travel times vary with traffic and route, so test the commute from the exact home.
Street lighting, sidewalks, drainage, parking and driveway access also vary within the neighborhood. A Centerville Road address can feel and function differently from a home on an interior street, even when both are part of Tallahassee Highlands.
These schools serve the Tallahassee Highlands search area, but assignments are address-dependent and attendance boundaries can change. Confirm the exact home and current school year through the Leon County Schools official school-zone lookup. Enrollment, transportation, programs and choice eligibility require separate confirmation.
Tallahassee Highlands Market Snapshot
The charts and table use the exact Tallahassee Highlands subdivision filter. Annual averages can move as the closing mix changes among smaller and larger homes, original-condition properties and renovations. A limited number of sales can magnify those differences.
Average Home Price
Average price reflects the specific homes sold. It should be read with size, lot, condition, systems, improvements and concessions.
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Average Home Value
Price per square foot does not normalize renovation quality, roof, wiring, plumbing, sewer lateral, foundation, carport, lot or buyer concessions. Review the underlying sale.
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Average Home Size
Average sold size changes with the mix of closings. It does not mean existing houses uniformly grew or shrank.
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Home Sales In Tallahassee Highlands
The sales table makes it easy to compare Tallahassee Highlands addresses and see how home size, lot, condition and improvements shaped past results. For additional local perspective, Manausa’s historical look at pool homes in ZIP 32308 illustrates how location and features can influence buyer choices. Its listings and prices are historical.
Home Sales in Tallahassee Highlands
| Address | Price | Price / SQF | Closing Date | Year Built | SQF | Sale Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2487 Pennlyn Drive | $292,500 | $217 | 2026-04-10 | 2002 | 1,350 | Resale |
| 2402 Pennlyn Drive | $264,900 | $260 | 2026-03-20 | 1959 | 1,020 | Resale |
| 2530 Centerville Rd | $300,000 | $174 | 2026-03-20 | 1961 | 1,724 | Resale |
| 2500 Pennlyn Drive | $215,000 | $207 | 2026-02-27 | 2008 | 1,040 | Resale |
| 2901 Baltic Avenue | $160,000 | $280 | 2025-12-19 | 1964 | 572 | Resale |
| 2507 Pennlyn Drive | $185,000 | $178 | 2025-09-16 | 2009 | 1,040 | Resale |
| 2901 Baltic Avenue | $60,000 | $105 | 2025-06-05 | 1964 | 572 | Resale |
| 2723 Pablo Avenue | $200,000 | $187 | 2025-05-23 | 1999 | 1,068 | Resale |
| 2433 Eddie Road | $199,000 | $183 | 2025-04-24 | 1994 | 1,085 | Resale |
| 2864 Lonnbladh Road | $210,000 | $163 | 2024-09-13 | 1966 | 1,288 | Resale |
| 2846 Lonnbladh Road | $444,000 | $222 | 2024-06-06 | 2024 | 2,002 | New |
| 2559 Eddie Rd | $220,000 | $203 | 2024-03-01 | 1994 | 1,085 | Resale |
| 2401 Pennlyn Drive | $385,000 | $226 | 2023-12-27 | 2023 | 1,700 | New |
| 3012 Baltic Avenue | $159,000 | $179 | 2023-11-13 | 1964 | 888 | Resale |
| 2901 Baltic Avenue | $58,500 | $102 | 2023-10-30 | 1964 | 572 | Resale |
| 2694 Oak Lane Drive | $169,000 | $155 | 2023-09-28 | 1976 | 1,092 | Resale |
| 2551 Eddie Road | $262,500 | $201 | 2023-09-08 | 2006 | 1,305 | Resale |
| 2406 Pennlyn Drive | $320,000 | $252 | 2023-06-23 | 2023 | 1,268 | New |
| 2483 Eddie Rd | $230,000 | $190 | 2023-03-06 | 2001 | 1,208 | Resale |
| 2399 Eddie Road | $184,000 | $144 | 2023-02-27 | 2022 | 1,275 | New |
| 2454 Pennlyn Drive | $240,000 | $199 | 2023-01-05 | 2006 | 1,204 | Resale |
| 2400 Pennlyn Drive | $280,000 | $221 | 2022-09-09 | 2022 | 1,268 | New |
| 2417 Eddie Road | $285,000 | $225 | 2022-08-05 | 2022 | 1,268 | New |
| 2454 Pennlyn Drive | $215,000 | $179 | 2022-07-08 | 2006 | 1,204 | Resale |
| 2537 Pennlyn Drive | $207,500 | $166 | 2022-05-25 | 2008 | 1,248 | Resale |
| 2547 Eddie Road | $330,000 | $177 | 2021-12-17 | 2020 | 1,862 | New |
| 3013 Baltic Avenue | $295,000 | $111 | 2021-11-30 | 1984 | 2,656 | Resale |
| 2626 Oak Lane Drive | $165,000 | $153 | 2021-11-22 | 1994 | 1,080 | Resale |
| 2659 Olson Rd | $33,000 | $40 | 2021-09-30 | 1964 | 825 | Resale |
| 2717 Pablo Avenue | $168,000 | $157 | 2021-07-06 | 1999 | 1,068 | Resale |
| 2717 Pablo Ave | $168,000 | $157 | 2021-06-28 | 1999 | 1,068 | Resale |
| 2489 Eddie Rd | $200,000 | $171 | 2021-06-21 | 2001 | 1,168 | Resale |
| 2549 Eddie Road | $260,000 | $163 | 2021-06-11 | 2020 | 1,600 | New |
| 2605 Eddie Road | $128,750 | $124 | 2021-04-01 | 1994 | 1,040 | Resale |
| 2636 Olson Road | $97,500 | $122 | 2021-01-11 | 1960 | 800 | Resale |
| 2605 Oak Lane Dr | $115,500 | $105 | 2020-08-31 | 1962 | 1,099 | Resale |
| 2397 Eddie Rd | $35,000 | $48 | 2020-07-31 | 1959 | 732 | Resale |
| 2864 Lonnbladh Road | $140,000 | $109 | 2020-07-24 | 1966 | 1,288 | Resale |
| 2651 Olson Road | $100,000 | $175 | 2020-06-22 | 1964 | 572 | Resale |
| 2626 Oak Lane Drive | $125,000 | $116 | 2019-07-12 | 1994 | 1,080 | Resale |
| 2477 Eddie Road | $139,000 | $115 | 2019-03-20 | 2000 | 1,208 | Resale |
| 2500 Pennlyn Drive | $108,675 | $104 | 2018-07-25 | 2008 | 1,040 | Resale |
| 2571 Eddie Rd | $132,000 | $122 | 2018-06-08 | 1994 | 1,085 | Resale |
| 2465 Eddie Road | $135,000 | $126 | 2018-04-20 | 1998 | 1,068 | Resale |
| 2636 Olson Road | $84,000 | $110 | 2017-08-22 | 1960 | 765 | Resale |
| 2683 Oak Lane Drive | $135,000 | $120 | 2017-04-28 | 1974 | 1,125 | Resale |
| 2609 Eddie Road | $84,000 | $81 | 2017-04-27 | 1994 | 1,040 | Resale |
| 2577 Eddie Road | $86,500 | $80 | 2016-09-16 | 1994 | 1,085 | Resale |
| 2577 Eddie Rd | $58,600 | $54 | 2016-04-22 | 1994 | 1,085 | Resale |
| 2636 Olson Rd | $16,000 | $24 | 2016-03-15 | 1960 | 668 | Resale |
| 2500 Pennlyn Dr | $55,300 | $53 | 2015-11-03 | 2008 | 1,040 | Resale |
| 2345 Eddie Rd | $69,900 | $58 | 2015-04-23 | 2000 | 1,200 | Resale |
| 2451 Eddie Rd | $60,800 | $56 | 2014-12-16 | 1997 | 1,085 | Resale |
| 2654 Olson Rd | $27,500 | $24 | 2014-09-09 | 1960 | 1,134 | Resale |
| 2651 Olson Rd | $55,000 | $96 | 2014-05-29 | 1964 | 572 | Resale |
| 2659 Olson Rd | $54,000 | $65 | 2013-12-18 | 1964 | 825 | Resale |
| 2651 Olson Rd | $13,000 | $23 | 2012-09-26 | 1964 | 572 | Resale |
| 2723 Pablo Ave | $75,000 | $70 | 2012-09-26 | 1999 | 1,068 | Resale |
| 2681 Olson Rd | $14,900 | $23 | 2012-08-31 | 1963 | 640 | Resale |
| 2487 Pennlyn Dr | $125,000 | $93 | 2012-07-19 | 2012 | 1,350 | New |
| 2481 Pennlyn Dr | $127,000 | $94 | 2011-09-30 | 2011 | 1,350 | New |
| 2555 Eddie Rd | $112,000 | $86 | 2011-04-15 | 2006 | 1,305 | Resale |
| 2636 Olson Rd | $25,000 | $37 | 2010-12-30 | 1960 | 668 | Resale |
| 2463 Pennlyn Dr | $92,500 | $59 | 2010-12-23 | 2010 | 1,568 | New |
| 2475 Pennlyn Dr | $86,300 | $68 | 2010-06-29 | 2010 | 1,260 | New |
| 2605 Eddie Rd | $120,000 | $115 | 2010-05-26 | 1994 | 1,040 | Resale |
| 2469 Pennlyn Dr | $80,000 | $77 | 2010-05-06 | 2010 | 1,040 | New |
| 2507 Pennlyn Dr | $80,000 | $77 | 2009-06-17 | 2009 | 1,040 | New |
| 2848 Lonnbladh Rd | $153,500 | $109 | 2009-05-21 | 2009 | 1,404 | New |
| 2519 Pennlyn Dr | $86,300 | $68 | 2009-05-15 | 2009 | 1,260 | New |
| 2559 Eddie Rd | $118,500 | $109 | 2009-05-04 | 1994 | 1,085 | Resale |
| 2513 Pennlyn Dr | $80,000 | $77 | 2009-03-27 | 2009 | 1,040 | New |
| 2500 Pennlyn Dr | $80,000 | $77 | 2009-01-21 | 2008 | 1,040 | New |
| 2486 Pennlyn Dr | $80,000 | $77 | 2008-12-17 | 2008 | 1,040 | New |
| 2565 Eddie Rd | $120,000 | $111 | 2008-10-29 | 1994 | 1,085 | Resale |
| 2537 Pennlyn Dr | $86,300 | $69 | 2008-08-29 | 2008 | 1,248 | New |
| 2531 Pennlyn Dr | $86,300 | $69 | 2008-08-01 | 2008 | 1,248 | New |
| 2531 Pennlyn Dr | $103,300 | $83 | 2008-05-30 | 2008 | 1,248 | New |
| 2536 Pennlyn Dr | $92,500 | $60 | 2008-05-15 | 2008 | 1,549 | New |
| 2571 Eddie Rd | $117,500 | $108 | 2008-04-03 | 1994 | 1,085 | Resale |
| 2524 Pennlyn Dr | $86,300 | $68 | 2008-03-14 | 2008 | 1,260 | New |
| 2542 Pennlyn Dr | $86,300 | $68 | 2008-02-12 | 2007 | 1,260 | New |
| 2512 Pennlyn Dr | $86,300 | $68 | 2008-02-08 | 2007 | 1,260 | New |
| 2518 Pennlyn Dr | $92,500 | $60 | 2007-12-17 | 2007 | 1,549 | New |
| 2506 Pennlyn Dr | $92,500 | $60 | 2007-11-15 | 2007 | 1,537 | New |
| 2461 Eddie Rd | $110,000 | $103 | 2007-11-05 | 1998 | 1,068 | Resale |
| 2483 Eddie Rd | $155,000 | $128 | 2007-10-22 | 2001 | 1,208 | Resale |
| 2683 Oak Lane Dr | $120,000 | $131 | 2007-09-21 | 1974 | 916 | Resale |
| 2459 Pennlyn Dr | $92,500 | $60 | 2007-07-27 | 2007 | 1,549 | New |
| 2450 Pennlyn Dr | $86,300 | $72 | 2007-07-13 | 2007 | 1,204 | New |
| 2436 Pennlyn Dr | $80,000 | $67 | 2007-07-10 | 2007 | 1,192 | New |
| 2440 Pennlyn Dr | $92,500 | $60 | 2007-06-15 | 2007 | 1,549 | New |
| 2470 Pennlyn Dr | $80,000 | $77 | 2007-05-22 | 2007 | 1,045 | New |
| 2476 Pennlyn Dr | $86,300 | $72 | 2007-03-29 | 2007 | 1,204 | New |
| 2482 Pennlyn Dr | $92,500 | $60 | 2007-03-29 | 2007 | 1,533 | New |
| 2640 Olson Rd | $114,000 | $173 | 2007-03-23 | 1960 | 660 | Resale |
| 2450 Pennlyn Dr | $86,300 | $72 | 2007-01-05 | 2006 | 1,204 | New |
| 2458 Pennlyn Dr | $80,000 | $77 | 2006-12-21 | 2006 | 1,040 | New |
| 2462 Pennlyn Dr | $92,500 | $60 | 2006-12-06 | 2006 | 1,533 | New |
| 2555 Eddie Rd | $174,900 | $134 | 2006-11-15 | 2006 | 1,305 | New |
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Buying A Home In Tallahassee Highlands
Start by confirming that the home is in Tallahassee Highlands and reviewing the survey, title, permits and utility setup. Schedule inspections and insurance conversations early, particularly for older homes or properties with additions. Comparable neighborhood sales can then be adjusted for size, lot, condition and improvements.
Budget beyond cosmetic work. Roof, electrical, plumbing or sewer lateral, HVAC, water heater, windows, moisture, termite damage and unpermitted additions can materially change ownership cost. Obtain specialist estimates before the inspection or financing deadline when possible.
Compare the contract timeline with lender, insurer and inspection needs. If repairs affect financing or coverage, identify who will complete them, what permits or receipts are required, and whether reinspection must occur before closing. Keep reserves for near-term work even when the transaction itself can proceed without repairs.
A pool is not a standard neighborhood feature. If one is present, inspect the shell, deck, barrier, equipment, bonding, permits and leaks. Dated Manausa discussions about Tallahassee pool-home inventory, buying a pool home in winter and northeast Tallahassee pool homes can frame feature questions, but their listings and prices are historical.
Tallahassee Highlands is not presented as gated. Manausa’s historical review of homes in gated communities explains how access controls and shared obligations differ from assumptions based on appearance.
Use buying resources and the mortgage calculator while coordinating qualified professionals.
Selling A Home In Tallahassee Highlands
Well-prepared sellers make it easier for buyers to understand the home. Gather the survey, permits, utility information, roof and system ages, repair invoices, warranties and disclosures, then address active leaks, safety concerns or unclear additions when practical.
Pricing should begin with the most comparable Tallahassee Highlands sales and account for house size, lot, age, renovation, condition, parking, road position and buyer concessions. Broad 32308 or northeast Tallahassee averages offer context, but direct neighborhood comparisons are more persuasive.
Marketing should document improvements instead of using vague claims. State roof and system dates only with evidence, distinguish permitted living area from accessory space, and explain public-service details accurately. Begin with a property-specific evaluation and selling resources.
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Tallahassee Highlands Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tallahassee Highlands?
It is an east-central Tallahassee subdivision near Centerville Road, primarily in ZIP 32308, with homes along Olson Road, Pablo Avenue and nearby streets.
What homes are found there?
Tallahassee Highlands contains detached homes with varied ages, additions, renovations, living areas and lot sizes.
Is this the same as Highlands student housing?
No. The similarly named student-housing property and generic uses of Highlands are unrelated; subdivision identity requires a matching deed, parcel and legal description.
Does Tallahassee Highlands have an HOA?
Tallahassee Highlands has no known neighborhood-wide HOA. Title and recorded documents establish any parcel-specific restrictions or obligations.
Are public utilities available?
Service can vary by address. Buyers must verify the exact water source, sewer or septic system, service laterals and providers.
Which schools serve Tallahassee Highlands?
School references include W.T. Moore Elementary, Cobb Middle and Lincoln High. Confirm the exact address and current year with Leon County Schools.
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