
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $400 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Gainesville area of Gainesville.


914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 11

914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 51

Oakbrook Walk

1064 SW 14th Ave

1028 NE 3rd Ave

821 NE 8th Ave

120 SE 7th St

Third Avenue Apartments
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200 NE 11th St

The Hammocks off 6th

115 NE 9th St

Frederick Gardens

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813 NE 3rd Ave, Unit 813 NE 3rd Avenue

Sun Bay Apartments

1303 NW 6th St

Residences at Oakview

Village Crossing Apartments
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Carver Gardens

Cottages at Depot Park

1958 NW 4th St

Pine Grove Apartments

835 SW 9th St

St. Croix

Deco '39 Luxury Apartments

1425 NE 13th St

Bedrock Candlelight Estates
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Solaria Luxury Apartments

237 SW 2nd Pl

Campus Point

821 NE 8th Ave

101 NW 7th Terrace

825 NW 4th Ave

The 400 Apartments

Wisteria Downs

1015 SW 9th St
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Bel Air/Village West
Downtown Gainesville, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Gainesville Studio Apartments | $1,617 | $1,000 | $2,361 |
| Downtown Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $795 | $2,665 |
| Downtown Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $739 | $3,127 |
| Downtown Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $669 | $3,152 |
| Downtown Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $745 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Gainesville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Gainesville area of Gainesville, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Lux 13 priced from $669. Oakbrook Walk has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable Downtown Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lux 13 | Geneva | 3BR,2BA | $669 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $739 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $893 |
| Continuum Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $910 |
| The Hammocks off 6th | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Premium Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Frederick Gardens | Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1,109 |
| Bel Air/Village West | Village West 1/1 with Premium Finishes | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Arlington Square | Soho | Studio,1BA | $1,255 |
| Square One Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Gainesville, FL
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Gainesville area is the $0.54 price per square foot E3 Model at The Griffin in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Downtown Gainesville apartment is the 4x2 Balcony Model at Hub Gainesville University starting at $1,105 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Golfview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Griffin | E3 | 5BR,5BA | $0.54 |
| Hub Gainesville University | 4x2 Balcony | 4BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| Square One Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Oasis- BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Lux 13 | Waterton | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Frederick Gardens | Oasis with Enhanced Finishes | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Hammocks off 6th | 1 Bed 1 Bath Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Bel Air/Village West | Village West 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Gainesville, Gainesville, FL
Ranked #18
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Gainesville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Gainesville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Gainesville Apartment is $1,029 at The Hammocks off 6th.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Gainesville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Gainesville is starting from $739 at Oakbrook Walk.
What is the most affordable Downtown Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lux 13 and starts from $669.
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