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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Gainesville Studio Apartments | $1,509 | $845 | $2,796 |
| Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $795 | $3,624 |
| Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $699 | $4,735 |
| Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $596 | $6,383 |
| Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,127 | $495 | $10,000+ |
| Gainesville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,828 | $829 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 250 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Gainesville, FL that range in price from $770 to $2,842. South Gainesville, Midtown Gainesville and Northwest Gainesville are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Gainesville with the most available Studio apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Gainesville | 25 | $1,550 | $770 |
| Midtown Gainesville | 23 | $1,570 | $770 |
| Northwest Gainesville | 22 | $1,550 | $770 |
| Golfview | 21 | $1,599 | $770 |
| Duckpond | 13 | $1,700 | $949 |
| Gateway Park | 13 | $1,700 | $949 |
| Northeast Neighbors | 13 | $1,650 | $949 |
| Oakview | 13 | $1,750 | $949 |
| Pleasant Street | 13 | $1,700 | $949 |
| University Heights South | 13 | $1,700 | $949 |
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Gainesville, FL is found at Gainesville Place in the Golfview neighborhood and is 662 square feet priced from $1,599. Theory Gainesville has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 484 square feet and currently listed start at $1,750. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Gainesville:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville Place | Slate | 662 Sq Ft | $1,599 |
| Theory Gainesville | Studio B | 484 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
| Legacy at The Standard | The Sweetwater - S1 | 438 Sq Ft | $2,045 |
| Arlington Square | Clinton | 438 Sq Ft | $1,362 |
| The Trails | 0BR/1.0BA | 425 Sq Ft | $850 |
| The Standard at Gainesville | The Soho - 1Br, 1Ba | 392 Sq Ft | $1,815 |
| Student | Nine31 | Sx1 | 385 Sq Ft | $1,839 |
| College Park at Midtown | The Cade | 350 Sq Ft | $949 |
| The Hammocks By Butler | Studio Renovated | 350 Sq Ft | $899 |
| College Manor | Studio | 325 Sq Ft | $999 |
As of February 25, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Gainesville, FL is the Studio Open Model starting from $845 at Archer Court in the Golfview neighborhood. The second most affordable Gainesville Studio is the Studio Renovated Model at The Hammocks By Butler starting at $899 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Gainesville is currently $1,509. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Gainesville:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Archer Court | Studio Open | $845 |
| The Hammocks By Butler | Studio Renovated | $899 |
| The Trails | 0BR/1.0BA | $900 |
| College Park at Midtown | The Cade | $949 |
| Bentwood Apartments | Bentwood Studio Apartments | $965 |
| College Manor | Studio | $1,009 |
| Arlington Square | Soho | $1,149 |
| Gainesville Place | Slate | $1,599 |
| Theory Gainesville | Studio B | $1,750 |
| Student | Nine31 | Sx1 | $1,839 |
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Currently the most affordable Studio in Gainesville is at Archer Court listed at $845.
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Gainesville is $1,509.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Gainesville is a 662 square feet unit starting from $1,599 at Gainesville Place.
The average size for a Studio rental in Gainesville is currently 408 sq ft.
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