1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, FL (292 Rentals)

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Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 03, 2026

There are currently 1638 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Gainesville, FL that range in price from $600 to $4,489. 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 Gainesville236$1,437$600
Northwest Gainesville196$1,425$720
Golfview137$1,272$795
West Gainesville125$1,442$600
Midtown Gainesville102$1,200$795
Sugarfoot91$1,419$720
Mill Pond81$1,400$720
Duckpond60$1,169$795
Northeast Neighbors58$1,169$795
Suburban Heights58$1,489$720

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 $1,622. 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 - One Bedroom, One Ba...1,090 Sq Ft$1,622
Magnolia PlaceCarlisle1,003 Sq Ft$1,467
The MayfairThe Solis947 Sq Ft$1,890
Park Lane ApartmentsRegents with Patio931 Sq Ft$1,650
Robert's Stadium ClubOne Bedroom879 Sq Ft$1,900
Huntington Lakes Apartments1 Bedroom Upstairs865 Sq Ft$1,355
Lakewood Villas Apartments1 Large850 Sq Ft$1,380
Hunters Crossing Apartments1 Bedroom825 Sq Ft$1,350

Cheapest Available Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gainesville, FL is the 1/1 Village Model starting from $895 at Camelot Apartments in the Suburban Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Gainesville 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at The Grande @ Gainesville starting at $899 in the South Gainesville neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Gainesville is currently $1,483. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Gainesville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Camelot Apartments1/1 Village$895
The Grande @ Gainesville1BR/1.0BA$899
Holly Heights1 Bed, 1 bath$900
Bridgelight TownhomesPhase 1 Townhouse$935
Madison on 20th Apartments1BR/1BA RENO$950
Hamlet Cove1X1 standard$950
The Trails1BR/1.0BA$950
Addison LaneUpdated 1 BR$975
Third Avenue Apartments1B/1B Flat - 1/2 OFF First Month's Rent Special$995
The CommonsOne Bedroom Classic$999

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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.

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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 Camelot Apartments listed at $895.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Gainesville is $1,483.

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 719 sq ft.

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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!