1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, FL (279 Rentals)

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Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 18, 2025

There are currently 1425 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Gainesville, FL that range in price from $750 to $2,790. South Gainesville, Northwest Gainesville and Golfview are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Gainesville with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
South Gainesville205$1,453$750
Northwest Gainesville171$1,437$750
Golfview124$1,349$750
West Gainesville111$1,425$900
Midtown Gainesville87$1,200$750
Sugarfoot74$1,409$900
Mill Pond61$1,394$900
Duckpond57$1,199$750
Gateway Park52$1,463$750
Northeast Neighbors51$1,199$750

Largest Available Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gainesville, FL is found at Choreograph Gainesville 55+ Active Adult Apt in the Golfview neighborhood and is 1,094 square feet priced from $2,580. Uptown Village in the Libby Heights neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,090 square feet and currently listed start at $1,571. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Gainesville:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Choreograph Gainesville 55+ Active Adult AptFREESIA1,094 Sq Ft$2,580
Uptown VillageA4 Windmill with Solarium - ut1x1fsl - One Bedr...1,090 Sq Ft$1,571
Magnolia PlaceCarlisle1,003 Sq Ft$1,467
Park Lane ApartmentsRegents with Patio931 Sq Ft$1,650
The MayfairA1-Solarium916 Sq Ft$1,557
Robert's Stadium ClubOne Bedroom879 Sq Ft$1,900
Aqua at WindmeadowsCascade870 Sq Ft$1,288
Huntington Lakes Apartments1 Bedroom Upstairs865 Sq Ft$1,355
Lakewood Villas Apartments1 Large850 Sq Ft$1,380

Cheapest Available Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 18, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gainesville, FL is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $900 at Holly Heights in the Suburban Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Gainesville 1 Bedroom is the 1X1 standard Model at Hamlet Cove starting at $950 in the Golfview neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Gainesville is currently $1,455. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Gainesville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Holly Heights1 Bed, 1 bath$900
Hamlet Cove1X1 standard$950
Madison on 20th Apartments1BR/1BA RENO$950
The CommonsOne Bedroom Classic$999
A3555 Chelsea LaneChelsea Lane! Rent Reduction Special!$999
The Hammocks By Butler1 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated$999
Creekwood Apartments1 Bedroom$1,000
Santa Fe Trace Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$1,000
Hidden VillageTranquility$1,029
Sweetwater on 16th1BD/1BA -Small$1,034

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Gainesville Overview

Folks that are looking for apartments in Gainesville, FL can choose bustling, larger communities near the University of Florida campus, or choose smaller, quieter buildings downtown or in the outer neighborhoods. Gainesville has all the amenities you look for in a larger university city, but encased in a small geographic area with an extensive transit system that makes it easy to get around.

Why live in Gainesville, FL?

With its blend of big university life, a thriving downtown and slower-paced historical neighborhoods, Gainesville has a little something for everyone. People can step out of their apartments in Gainesville and find themselves a short trip away from major college sports, great food or a night of theater.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gainesville, FL

Ranked #9

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Gainesville, FL

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

71 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Gainesville Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Gainesville with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Gainesville is at Holly Heights listed at $900.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Gainesville Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Gainesville is $1,455.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Gainesville Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Gainesville is a 1,094 square feet unit starting from $2,580 at Choreograph Gainesville 55+ Active Adult Apt.

What is the average size for Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Gainesville is currently 634 sq ft.

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