Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, FL from $400 with Swimming Pool (84 Rentals)

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property at 4000 SW 23rd St

$550

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$550

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4 Bedroom, 4 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

4000 SW 23rd St, Unit 1-202

4000 SW 23rd St
GainesvilleFL32608
property at 4000 SW 23rd

$595

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$595

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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 31

4000 SW 23rd, Unit Countryside 1-308

4000 SW 23rd
GainesvilleFL32608

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property at 705 SW 75th St

$900

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$900

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$900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 13

705 SW 75th St, Unit 202

705 SW 75th St
GainesvilleFL32607

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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property at 1700 SW 16th Ct

$1,195

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$1,195

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$1,195

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 31

1700 SW 16th Ct

GainesvilleFL32608

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property at 6519 W Newberry Rd

$1,200 - $1,690

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$1,200 - $1,690

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1 To 3 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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6519 W Newberry Rd

GainesvilleFL32605
property at 1700 SW 16th Ct

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1700 SW 16th Ct, Unit D30

1700 SW 16th Ct
GainesvilleFL32608

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $803.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gainesville?

The cheapest apartment in Gainesville is Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult Community which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Gainesville costs $4,617.

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 2,476 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 $806 which is $3,811 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gainesville.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Written by: Robin Stewart

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.