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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville Studio Apartments | $875 | $875 | $875 |
| Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,141 | $550 | $1,825 |
| Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $785 | $2,594 |
| Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $849 | $2,655 |
| Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,218 | $739 | $2,442 |
The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Alex Place Apartments priced from $699. New Meridian Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $730. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Place Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| New Meridian Estates | 1BR/1BA Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| The Greens at Tuscaloosa I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Links at Tuscaloosa | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Courtyard Apartment Homes | Charming 1-Bedroom Apartment with Pool View! | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Riverfront Village | Crimson - Premium | 3BR,3BA | $870 |
| Casa Bello Fully Furnished Apartments | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Landmark Apartments- AL | The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Bent Tree Apartment Homes | One Bed - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Fountain Square Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,014 |
As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $0.51 price per square foot Metalworks Condo Model at Metalworks Condos in the in the Northport North of River neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the Cali Model at The Grove Moundville starting at $2,294 with a $1.29 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metalworks Condos | Metalworks Condo | 3BR,4BA | $0.51 |
| The Grove Moundville | Cali | 4BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| The Glens | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Hallmark at Garden Parkway | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Alex Place Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Winding Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| French Quarter Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Fountain Square Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Oak Manor Apartment Homes | The Holly Renovated plus | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| New Meridian Estates | 1BR/1BA Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gainesville Apartment is $699 at Alex Place Apartments.
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gainesville is starting from $785 at New Meridian Estates.
The best deal on a cheap Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverfront Village and starts from $870.
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