
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL (58 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Gainesville area of Gainesville that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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The Palms

Arlington Square

Frederick Gardens

Oakbrook Walk

1125 SW 4th Ave

Magnolia Apartment Residences

Hub Gainesville University

Sun Bay Apartments
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The Hammocks off 6th

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205 SE 7th St, Unit SI ID1359136P

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406 NE 7th Ave, Unit SI ID1359115P

914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 51

612 NW 10th Ave

610 SW 11th Ln

219 NW 3rd Ave

912 SW 6th Ave

732 NE 3rd Ave

930 NE 6th Ave
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1229 NE 3rd Ave

901 NW 21st Ave

1227 SE 19 Terrace

541 NE 11th St

328 NW 8th St

420 NW 3rd Ave

426 NW 3rd Ave

722 NE 4th Ave

424 NW 3rd Ave

887 NW 21st Ave
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716 NE 4th Ave

1185 SW 9th Rd

1038 NE 21 Ave

1317 NW 4th St

204 NW 3rd St

433 SE 7th St

501 NE 8th Ave

420 NW 1st St

201 NW 10th St

237 SW 2nd Pl
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Campus Point

Wisteria Downs

The Seaboard

Cottages at Depot Park

Pine Grove Apartments

St. Croix

Continuum Apartments

The Griffin

Third Avenue Apartments

The 400 Apartments
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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 | $1,821 | $1,195 | $3,586 |
| Downtown Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $975 | $5,001 |
| Downtown Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,204 | $739 | $3,144 |
| Downtown Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $669 | $4,569 |
| Downtown Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $765 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Gainesville Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown Gainesville area of Gainesville, FL that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Sun Bay Apartments with prices starting from $1,115 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.6 of 4. Oakbrook Walk scores the second highest with a 3.4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $739. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Bay Apartments | 3.6/4 | University Heights South | $1,115 |
| Oakbrook Walk | 3.4/4 | University Heights South | $739 |
| Arlington Square | 3.4/4 | Downtown Gainesville | $1,195 |
| The Palms | 3.2/4 | Downtown Gainesville | $893 |
| Magnolia Apartment Residences | 3.2/4 | Downtown Gainesville | $1,750 |
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 3.2/4 | Innovation District | $850 |
| The Hammocks off 6th | 3/4 | Northwest Gainesville | $1,029 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Gainesville
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Gainesville of Downtown Gainesville is the Geneva with Wood Style Floors Model at Lux 13, which is a 3 Beds unit starting from $704. The second cheapest Downtown Gainesville Pet Friendly apartment is the Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath 2 Beds unit at Oakbrook Walk starting at $739. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Gainesville apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Lux 13 | Geneva with Wood Style Floors | $704 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath | $739 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | $893 |
| The Hammocks off 6th | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Premium Renovated | $1,029 |
| Frederick Gardens | Terrace | $1,099 |
| Sun Bay Apartments | Model 1.1 | $1,115 |
| Arlington Square | Chelsea | $1,725 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Gainesville, Gainesville, FL
Ranked #19
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Gainesville Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Gainesville Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Gainesville is $1,395.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Gainesville Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Gainesville is a 2,300 square feet unit starting from $850 at 1125 SW 4th Ave.
What is the average size for Downtown Gainesville Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Gainesville is currently at 734 sq ft.
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