
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $481 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Gainesville area of Gainesville.


411 NE 10th St

914 SW 8th Ave

Oakbrook Walk

118 NW 5th Ave

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The Palms

1312 SE 7th Ave

919 SW 6th Ave
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300 NW 20th Ave

The Hammocks off 6th

Frederick Gardens

501 NW 15th Ave, Unit Apt. 6

1307 NW 6th St, Unit 14

Sun Bay Apartments

722 NE 2nd St

Arlington Square
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616 SE 13th Terrace

615 SW 11th Ln

1303 NW 6th St

318 NE 2nd Ave

928 NW 16th Ave

Residences at Oakview

914 SW 8th Ave

Carver Gardens
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Cottages at Depot Park

Pine Grove Apartments

St. Croix

Deco '39 Luxury Apartments

Bedrock Candlelight Estates

237 SW 2nd Pl

Solaria Luxury Apartments

Campus Point
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The 400 Apartments

37 NE 21st Terrace

Wisteria Downs

Third Avenue Apartments

1015 SW 9th St

912 SW 6th Ave

Village Crossing Apartments

Bel Air/Village West
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411 NW 4th St

1414 E University Ave

1229 NE 3rd Ave
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 | $1,649 | $1,195 | $3,325 |
| Downtown Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $900 | $5,848 |
| Downtown Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $739 | $6,186 |
| Downtown Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $617 | $7,436 |
| Downtown Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,173 | $694 | $2,880 |
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There are currently 43 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 2 Beds unit found at Oakbrook Walk priced from $739. Windsor Hall has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Downtown Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakbrook Walk | Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $739 |
| Windsor Hall | Double Joint Bath | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
| Lux 13 | Arcadia with Wood Style Floors | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
| Continuum Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $910 |
| 237 SW 2nd Pl | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Frederick Gardens | Oasis | 1BR,1BA | $1,083 |
| Sun Bay Apartments | Model 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Arlington Square | Soho | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Tumblin Creek | Classic - TH | 2BR,2BA | $1,325 |
| Parkside Apartments I | Parkside I One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,371 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Gainesville, FL
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Gainesville area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom Model at Square One Apartment Homes in the in the Highland Court Manor neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Downtown Gainesville apartment is the Arcadia with Wood Style Floors Model at Lux 13 starting at $850 with a $0.85 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Square One Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| Lux 13 | Arcadia with Wood Style Floors | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Oasis- BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Tumblin Creek | Renovated - TH | 2BR,3BA | $1.61 |
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Sun Bay Apartments | Model 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Frederick Gardens | Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Parkside Apartments I | Parkside I One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Continuum Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 237 SW 2nd Pl | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Gainesville, Gainesville, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Gainesville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Gainesville is at Arlington Square listed at $1,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Gainesville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Gainesville Apartment is $950 at 237 SW 2nd Pl.
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 Square One Apartment Homes and starts from $1,552.
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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