
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $1,000 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Gainesville area of Gainesville.


1944 NE 17th Way

710 NW 8th St
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1035 SW 9th St, Unit J3

924 SW 5th Ave

436 NW 9th St
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232 NW 4th Ave

315 NW 4th Pl

1710 NW 7th St
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Downtown Gainesville, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Gainesville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Gainesville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,498 | $1,050 | $2,000 |
Downtown Gainesville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,220 | $1,595 | $2,800 |
Downtown Gainesville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,740 | $1,700 | $5,000 |
Downtown Gainesville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,650 | $3,300 | $6,000 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 9 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 $659. Here are the most affordable Downtown Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1125 SW 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom w/ Shared Common Area | 1BR, | $600 |
Lux 13 | Geneva | 3BR,2BA | $659 |
Oakbrook Walk | Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Gainesville, FL
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Gainesville area is the $1.64 price per square foot 5 Beds, 4 baths Model at 816 Sw 9th St in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Downtown Gainesville apartment is the Westin Quartz Model at Cobblestone starting at $1,989 with a $1.56 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. |
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816 Sw 9th St | 5 Beds, 4 baths | 5BR,4BA | $1.64 |
Cobblestone | Westin Quartz | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Square One Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Anthem House | The Petty | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Oakbrook Walk | Oasis- BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
Hub Gainesville University | 4x2 A | 4BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Chelsea Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
Third Avenue Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Sun Bay Apartments | Model 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Sweetwater on 16th | 1BD/1BA -Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Gainesville
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Gainesville?
There are currently 181 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Gainesville, FL with pricing that ranges from $589 to $5,309. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Gainesville ranging from $1,000 to $7,650.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Gainesville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Gainesville ranges from $1,000 to $7,650 with an average monthly rent of $3,027.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Gainesville?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Gainesville range from $599 to $2,482, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $589.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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