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property at 4000 SW 23rd St

4000 SW 23rd St

GainesvilleFL32608

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property at 7119 SW 45th Pl

7119 SW 45th Pl

GainesvilleFL32608
property at 6745 SW 45th Ave

6745 SW 45th Ave

GainesvilleFL32608

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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 $509. Oxford Manor in the Golfview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $629. 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$509
Oxford Manor3-3w3BR,3BA$629
Hideaway Gainesville3B3BP-33BR,3BA$669
On20 ApartmentsD14BR,4BA$699
Oakbrook WalkHideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$699
Cabana Beach Gainesville2x2 Split Platinum2BR,2BA$749
Windsor HallDouble Joint Bath2BR,2BA$749
Lux 13Geneva3BR,2BA$749
Museum Walk3-3w3BR,3BA$839
The Trails0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alachua County, FL

As of November 21, 2025 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 $699 with a $0.57 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$0.57
The Quarters GainesvilleRenovated - C1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.57
Hub Gainesville University4x2 Balcony4BR,2BA$0.95
The Enclave2-2UP2BR,2BA$0.90
Hideaway Gainesville2B2BP-32BR,2BA$0.72
Museum Walk2-2up2BR,2BA$0.95
The Landings2/2.5 Upgrade2BR,2.5BA$0.95
On20 ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$0.85
Cabana Beach Gainesville2x2 Exterior Platinum2BR,2BA$0.97

Frequently Asked Questions about Alachua County

What type of rentals are currently available in Alachua County?

There are currently 631 Apartments for Rent in Alachua County, FL with pricing that ranges from $489 to $4,489. There are also 429 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alachua County ranging from $500 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alachua County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alachua County ranges from $500 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,898.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Alachua County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Alachua County range from $589 to $3,375, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $489.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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