Tallahassee Florida Real Estate 

Tallahassee, FL, is the capitol city of the state and is located in Leon County in Northern Florida, near the Georgia border. The name Tallahassee means “old fields” in the Muskogean Indian language, and the city is rich in history dating back before the American Civil War. Tallahassee is a cultural, educational and political center for the state, and is the home of the state capitol building as well as Florida A & M University as well as Florida State University.

Education, the arts and culture are prominent throughout Tallahassee, now the 12th fastest growing city in Florida. With more than two dozen museums and galleries in the city, as well as dance, music, theater and other artistic endeavors throughout, Tallahassee is a fruitful center for the arts in northern Florida. Two universities and one community college also make this town a center for learning, and therefore infused by youth culture via college age students. Because Tallahassee is also the capitol of the city, this is also a political mecca for those interested in government and the law.

Tallahassee is also adjacent to nature and the city and its surrounding areas have a wealth of outdoor attraction possibilities. Fishing, picnics, hiking, biking and more are typical recreational activities enjoyed by visitors and residents in Tallahassee at one of their many parks. Apalachicola National Forest offers 500,000 acres of forest, rivers and springs, and is perfect for tent camping, canoeing and other outdoors recreation. Falling Waters State Recreational Area, Ochlockonee River State Park, Lake Talquin State Forest and Lake Jackson, among others, are only a few of the many parks near and around Tallahassee.

Golfing, tennis, go karts, fine dining, shopping and more can also be found in Tallahassee, making this the all inclusive and unique choice for your next visit to Florida, or just a great place to call home. Check out the surprising activities that Tallahassee can provide for the whole family.