
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alachua, FL from $500 (49 Rentals)
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14504 NW 142 Terrace

The Domains

12022 NW 147 Pl

Spyglass Apartments

6816 SW 4th Pl

Bentwood Apartments

Creekwood Apartments

The Hammocks Off Newberry
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Brookside (Hallmark)

Harbor Cove

The Gardens

Reflections

CRICKET CLUB II

Whisperwood ~ Boutique Cottage Style Living Meets Hassle Free Leasing

The Earl

Villas at Ashton Square

Huntington Lakes Apartments
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Treebecka Park

Hunters Crossing

The Gathering at Arbor Greens

Legacy at Fort Clarke

Millie Gardens

Residences at Markets West

Magnolia Parke

Lakewood Villas

Evergreen Westside
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Noble on Newberry

Uptown Village

MAA Steeplegate

23West

MAA Magnolia Parke

Lake Crossing Apartments

Park Avenue Apartments

Magnolia Place

Flats at Tioga Town Center
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Holly Heights

Holly Heights North

Cedar Ridge Apartments

510 SW 69th St

Santa Fe Trace Apartments

North Pointe Villas

Santa Fe Oaks

10311 NW 33rd Ln

4961 NW 43rd Ave
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8479 NW 38th Dr

7026 NW 52nd Terrace

9727 SW 52 Ln

4440 NW 49th St
Alachua, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alachua?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Alachua Studio Apartments | $965 | $965 | $965 |
| Cheap Alachua 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $1,025 | $2,200 |
| Cheap Alachua 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $1,099 | $3,016 |
| Cheap Alachua 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,846 | $575 | $4,780 |
| Cheap Alachua 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $539 | $8,641 |
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Cheapest Available Alachua Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alachua, FL is a 4 Beds unit found at The Crossing at Santa Fe in the Kensington Park neighborhood priced from $549. Spyglass Apartments in the Suburban Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alachua apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crossing at Santa Fe | 4-4 Wood | 4BR,4BA | $549 |
| Spyglass Apartments | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $675 |
| 6816 SW 4th Pl | 1BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Bentwood Apartments | Bentwood Studio Apartments | Studio,1BA | $965 |
| The Hammocks Off Newberry | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| Brookside (Hallmark) | 1BR60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,088 |
| Harbor Cove | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Reflections | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Gardens | Day Lily | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| CRICKET CLUB II | 1 Bed 1 Bath in Cricket Club II | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alachua, FL
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alachua area is the $1.32 price per square foot Vale Model at Enclave at Tara Greens Townhomes in the in the Northwest Gainesville neighborhood starting from $2,345. The second greatest value Alachua apartment is the Glen Model at Tara St. Augustine Townhomes starting at $2,100 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Suburban Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alachua apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enclave at Tara Greens Townhomes | Vale | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| Tara St. Augustine Townhomes | Glen | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| The Crossing at Santa Fe | 3/3 Jewel Quartz | 3BR,3BA | $0.55 |
| Magnolia Place | Marquis | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| Santa Fe Oaks | 3 Bed 2 Bath Flat | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| MAA Steeplegate | The Preakness | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Villas at Ashton Square | RENOVATED 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment - Villas at As... | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Millie Gardens | RENOVATED 2 BEDROOM 1 BATHROOM APARTMENT | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Brookside (Hallmark) | 1BR60 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 6816 SW 4th Pl | 1BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alachua Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alachua Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alachua Apartment is $900 at 6816 SW 4th Pl.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alachua Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alachua is starting from $1,099 at The Hammocks Off Newberry.
What is the most affordable Alachua Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alachua Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Spyglass Apartments and starts from $675.
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