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Gainesville, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oakley in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood priced from $700. Landmark Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Oakley1x11BR,1BA$700
Landmark Apartment Homes1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$725
New Meridian Estates1BR/1BA Upgraded1BR,1BA$730

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, AL and Nearby

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $0.46 price per square foot Metalworks Condo Model at Metalworks Condos in the in the Northport North of River neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the Cali Model at The Grove Moundville starting at $1,878 with a $1.06 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Metalworks CondosMetalworks Condo3BR,4BA$0.46
The Grove MoundvilleCali4BR,2BA$1.06
Magnolia, A Prosper Community3x3 Townhome3BR,3BA$0.99
Riverfront VillageCapstone3BR,3BA$0.69
The GlensThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.07
The Mark Apartments2 bedroom 2 bathroom2BR,2BA$1.11
Hallmark at Garden ParkwayTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.98
Winding CreekTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.07
Regency ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Landmark Apartment Homes1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.05

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gainesville

What type of rentals are currently available in Gainesville?

There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, AL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $3,574. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gainesville ranging from $950 to $2,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gainesville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gainesville ranges from $950 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,886.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gainesville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gainesville range from $859 to $2,775, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.

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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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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