Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL (64 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Gainesville area of Gainesville that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Square One Apartment Homes

The Palms Condominiums

Arlington Square

Frederick Gardens

Student | Nine31

Oakbrook Walk

1125 SW 4th Ave

Hub Gainesville University

The Hammocks off 6th
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1009 NW 11th Ave

914 8th SW Ave, Unit 57, Unit 57

2002 NE 15th Ter

302 NW 13th Ave

703 NE 6th Pl

240 SW 3rd St, Unit SI ID1359104P

205 SE 7th St, Unit SI ID1359136P

408 NW 5th Ave, Unit SI ID1359111P
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408 NW 5th Ave, Unit SI ID1359092P

735 SE 4th Ave, Unit SI ID1359108P

406 NE 7th Ave, Unit SI ID1359115P

914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 51

821 NE 8th Ave

1027 SE 5th Ave

914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 11

410 NW 19th Ln

1122 NW 4th Ave

1425 NE 13th St
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821 NE 8th Ave

521 SE 14th Terrace

707 NW 2 Ave

824 E University Ave

1027 SE 5th Ave

541 NE 11th St

1411 NE 1st Ave

702 NW 2 Ave

310 NW 8th St

816 NE 9th Ave

107 NE 9th St

204 NW 3rd St

420 NW 1st St

433 SE 7th St

711 NW 10th St

717 NW 10th St

120 NW 10th St

Scarlett House

201 NW 10th St

Wisteria Downs
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 | $1,670 | $1,255 | $2,278 |
| Downtown Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,282 | $795 | $7,000 |
| Downtown Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $739 | $3,181 |
| Downtown Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,052 | $629 | $3,394 |
| Downtown Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $709 | $1,285 |
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There are currently 64 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 $1,075 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 | $1,075 |
| Oakbrook Walk | 3.4/4 | University Heights South | $739 |
| Arlington Square | 3.4/4 | Downtown Gainesville | $1,255 |
| The Palms Condominiums | 3.2/4 | Downtown Gainesville | $975 |
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 3.2/4 | Innovation District | $850 |
| The Hammocks off 6th | 3/4 | Northwest Gainesville | $1,049 |
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 Model at Lux 13, which is a 3 Beds unit starting from $669. 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 | $669 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath | $739 |
| Third Avenue Apartments | 1B/1B Flat | $950 |
| The Palms Condominiums | 2BR, 2BA | $975 |
| The Hammocks off 6th | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Premium Renovated | $1,049 |
| Sun Bay Apartments | Model 1.1 | $1,075 |
| Frederick Gardens | Oasis with Enhanced Finishes | $1,090 |
| Arlington Square | Soho | $1,255 |
| Magnolia Apartment Residences | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,650 |
| Student | Nine31 | Sx1 | $1,839 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Gainesville, Gainesville, FL
Ranked #17
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Gainesville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Gainesville is at Lux 13 listed at $669.
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 $1,629.
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 805 sq ft.
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