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931 W University AveGainesville, FL 32601
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $400 (17 Rentals)
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205 SE 16th AveGainesville, FL 32601
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305 NE 9th StGainesville, FL 32601
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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 | $1,462 | $900 | $1,839 |
| Downtown Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $600 | $1,950 |
| Downtown Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $725 | $2,582 |
| Downtown Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,095 | $599 | $2,447 |
| Downtown Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $993 | $589 | $2,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 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 1 Bed unit found at 1125 SW 4th Ave priced from $600. Lux 13 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $669. Here are the most affordable Downtown Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom w/ Shared Common Area | 1BR, | $600 |
| Lux 13 | Geneva | 3BR,2BA | $669 |
| Windsor Hall | Double Joint Bath | 2BR,2BA | $725 |
| Student | Nine31 | 5x5 | 5BR,5BA | $739 |
| Sweetwater on 16th | 1BD/1BA -Small | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Gainesville, FL
As of May 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Gainesville area is the $1.58 price per square foot Westin Quartz Model at Cobblestone in the in the Highland Court Manor neighborhood starting from $2,009. The second greatest value Downtown Gainesville apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Square One Apartment Homes starting at $1,557 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Highland Court Manor 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobblestone | Westin Quartz | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Square One Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Anthem House | The Petty | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| Parkside Apartments II | Parkside II Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.85 |
| Hub Gainesville University | 4x2 A | 4BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Sun Bay Apartments | Model 2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Chelsea Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Third Avenue Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Sweetwater on 16th | 1BD/1BA -Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Towne Parc Apartments | 1BED 1BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood in Gainesville, FL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
98 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Gainesville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Gainesville is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Gainesville is 1125 SW 4th Ave which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Downtown Gainesville costs $5,309.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 72 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Gainesville?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Gainesville have an average cost of $1,321 which is $3,988 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Gainesville.
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Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.