Bobbin Trace, Tallahassee
Updated · 228 residents
Bobbin Trace is a quiet, upscale neighborhood in Tallahassee characterized by spacious, private lots and a rural atmosphere defined by dense forests and farmland. Despite its peaceful aesthetic, the area offers high walkability with accessible sidewalks and extensive pet-friendly spaces, though residents should be aware of frequent traffic noise and localized air quality concerns.
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About Bobbin Trace
Bobbin Trace offers a unique blend of rural tranquility and manicured, upscale residential design. The neighborhood features large lots that provide significant privacy for its intergenerational mix of residents. While the area maintains a subdued, semi-rural character with limited commercial density, it remains highly accessible for pedestrians, offering safe crossings and well-maintained sidewalks throughout the community.
Prospective residents should weigh the neighborhood's aesthetic and recreational benefits against specific environmental and infrastructure factors. While the community is exceptionally dog-friendly and free from heavy industrial activity, it experiences frequent traffic noise from nearby transit corridors and faces challenges regarding air quality. Families should also consider that the area falls under the Leon County School District, which is currently navigating a period of fiscal transition and academic performance disparities.
Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities
Large residential lots with significant separation between homes provide a level of privacy that is notably higher than the Tallahassee average, according to iHuus data.
Pedestrian access is well-supported by sidewalks on one side of the street and safe crossings. This level of connectivity is notably higher than the average found throughout Tallahassee.
Large homes and frequent upscale amenities characterize the area. This neighborhood offers a significantly more manicured and spacious aesthetic than the Tallahassee average, according to iHuus data.
Extensive access to large parks, trails, and open spaces makes this area significantly more dog friendly than the Tallahassee average. Residents have ample room for outdoor activities according to iHuus data.
Dense forests and open farmland characterize this area, which feels significantly more rural than the typical Tallahassee landscape according to iHuus data.
Activity levels are notably higher than the Tallahassee average, though the area remains primarily subdued with a focus on nature and limited commercial density. Residents can access some local services and parks on foot, but the neighborhood lacks a central commercial pulse.
Persistent sounds from nearby transit corridors and heavy traffic patterns characterize the area. This level of acoustic disturbance is consistent with the broader Tallahassee average.
Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose a significant risk to sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, pollution levels in Bobbin Trace are notably higher than the Tallahassee average.
Residential tranquility prevails here due to an absence of heavy industry; according to iHuus data, the area contains only light commercial uses like a gym and electronics store. This lack of industrial activity is notably lower than the Tallahassee average.
Health insurance enrollment among residents is slightly lower than the Tallahassee average, according to iHuus data.
Political views in this area are evenly distributed between conservative and liberal leaning residents. This represents a more moderate ideological split than the typical profile found across Tallahassee.
Residents live among a diverse age range including young professionals, families, and seniors. This demographic variety is notably more balanced than the typical age distribution found across Tallahassee.
Residual flood risk exists as parts of the area are located within the 500-year floodplain; however, safety levels remain notably higher than the Tallahassee average according to iHuus data.
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| Dimension | Bobbin Trace | Hawk's Landing |
|---|---|---|
| 🚶 Walkabilityavg 5.56 | ||
| 🔊 Acoustic Comfortavg 3.34 | ||
| 🤫 Privacy Indexavg 6.08 | ||
| 🎨 Visual Appealavg 6.25 | ||
| 🐕 Dog Friendlinessavg 6.97 | ||
| 🗺️ Urban-Rural Indexavg 7.56 | ||
| ✨ Neighborhood Vibeavg 2.24 | ||
| 🏥 Health Insurance Coverageavg 7.08 | ||
| 🌿 Air Qualityavg 1.32 | ||
| 🏭 Industrial Proximityavg 7.51 | ||
| 🌊 Flood Safetyavg 5.33 | ||
| 🗳️ Ideological Leanavg 6.55 | ||
| 👥 Population Age Profileavg 4.4 | ||
| 🔥 Fire Safety | ||
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Below average outcomes; significant attendance and academic challenges.
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