
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, FL from $400 with Swimming Pool (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Gainesville.


Oakbrook Walk

The Hammocks By Butler

Brookwood Terrace

Sweetwater on 16th
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Hamlet Cove

Creekwood Apartments

Santa Fe Trace Apartments

The Hammocks on 34th

The Hammocks on 20th

Liv Apartments

Gardenview Apartments

The Point Apartments

Towne Parc Apartments

Sun Bay Apartments
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Madison Cove Apartments

Hidden Village

The Hammocks off 6th

Frederick Gardens

Williamsburg Village Apartments

Country Village Apartments
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Stoneridge Apartments

715 SW 75th St

Hunters Run

Mount Vernon Apartments

The Ridge on 34th

Arlington Square

39th Avenue

The Hammocks Off Newberry

Arbor Park

Camelot Apartments

Pinetree Gardens
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Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gainesville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Gainesville Studio Apartments | $1,385 | $799 | $1,949 |
Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $600 | $2,961 |
Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $525 | $3,400 |
Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $559 | $3,200 |
Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,045 | $469 | $2,657 |
Gainesville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,118 | $730 | $3,500 |
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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 Cheap Gainesville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Gainesville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gainesville is under $799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gainesville?
The cheapest apartment in Gainesville is 1125 SW 4th Ave which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Gainesville costs $1,795.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gainesville?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3,587 regular apartments in Gainesville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Gainesville?
Cheap apartments in Gainesville have an average cost of $701 which is $1,094 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gainesville.
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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.