
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, FL Under $1,200 (114 Rentals)


Addison Lane

Gardenview Apartments

College Manor

Harbor Cove

Affordable Apartments in Southwest Gainesville Near Butler Plaza & Archer Road

Camelot Apartments

Verdant Cove

The Trails

Sweetwater on 16th
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The Ridge on 34th Avenue Apartments

The Commons Apartments 1 and 2 bedrooms near Shands Hospital

The Gardens

CenterPoint

The Hammocks on 20th

The Hammocks Off Newberry

Arbor Park

Bentwood Apartments

6816 SW 4th Pl

Hidden Village
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Hunters Run

Mount Vernon Apartments

Pinetree Gardens

Country Village Apartments

Spanish Trace

Williamsburg Village Apartments

Hickory Place

The Hammocks By Butler

The Hammocks off 6th

The Hammocks on 34th
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Liv Apartments

College Park at Midtown

Reserve At Kanapaha

Sun Bay Apartments

Third Avenue Apartments

Madison on 20th Apartments

CRICKET CLUB II

Creekwood Apartments

Reflections

Brookwood Terrace
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Archer Court

Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult Community

Total Monthly Price
813 NE 3rd Ave, Unit 813 NE 3rd Avenue

4215 SW 22nd Ln, Unit 1201-3

705 SW 75th St, Unit 202

1810 NW 23rd Blvd, Unit 248

3310 NW 28th Ave

745 NW 18th St

821 NE 8th Ave

914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 11
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gainesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville Studio Apartments | $1,458 | $899 | $2,286 |
| Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $795 | $2,790 |
| Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,530 | $739 | $3,400 |
| Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $576 | $6,689 |
| Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,051 | $495 | $10,000+ |
| Gainesville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $829 | $10,000+ |
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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 Reserve At Kanapaha listed at $803.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Gainesville Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Gainesville is $1,425.
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 714 sq ft.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.