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property at 1028 NE 3rd Ave

$995 - $1,100

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1028 NE 3rd Ave

GainesvilleFL32601

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Cheapest Available Alachua County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Alachua County, FL is a 4 Beds unit found at The Crossing at Santa Fe in the Kensington Park neighborhood priced from $549. Lux 13 in the Golfview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $669. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alachua County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Crossing at Santa Fe4-4 Wood4BR,4BA$549
Lux 13Geneva3BR,2BA$669
Spyglass Apartments33BR,2BA$675
Hideaway Gainesville3B3BP-33BR,3BA$679
Oxford Manor3-3w3BR,3BA$689
On20 ApartmentsD14BR,4BA$699
Oakbrook WalkHideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$739
Reserve At Kanapaha1 Bed 1 Bath (1B)1BR,1BA$803
Cabana Beach Gainesville2x2 Split Platinum2BR,2BA$830
1125 SW 4th Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alachua County, FL

As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alachua County area is the $0.55 price per square foot 3/3 Jewel Quartz Model at The Crossing at Santa Fe in the in the Kensington Park neighborhood starting from $719. The second greatest value Alachua County apartment is the 2/1 Suite Model at University Commons starting at $749 with a $0.61 price per square foot in the Golfview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alachua County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Crossing at Santa Fe3/3 Jewel Quartz3BR,3BA$0.55
University Commons2/1 Suite2BR,1BA$0.61
The Quarters GainesvilleRenovated-3x33BR,3BA$0.60
Hub Gainesville University4x2 Balcony4BR,2BA$0.95
The Palms2BR, 2BA2BR,2BA$0.79
The Enclave2-2UP2BR,2BA$0.92
Hideaway Gainesville2B2BP-PV2BR,2BA$0.77
Museum Walk2-2up2BR,2BA$0.96
Varsity House Gainesville - Historical Access2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.88
Reserve At Kanapaha1 Bed 1 Bath (1B)1BR,1BA$0.94

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alachua County Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alachua County?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alachua County is at Archer Court listed at $870.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alachua County Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alachua County Apartment is $803 at Reserve At Kanapaha.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alachua County Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alachua County is starting from $739 at Oakbrook Walk.

What is the most affordable Alachua County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Alachua County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lux 13 and starts from $669.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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