
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Duckpond Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $400 (72 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Duckpond area of Gainesville.


914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 51

Oakbrook Walk

Tiger Bay

College Manor

2049 NW 36th Ave, Unit A

2049 NW 36th Ave, Unit B

Highbranch Gainesville

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The Palms

The Commons
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2053 NW 36th Ave, Unit A

2053 NW 36th Ave, Unit B

Brookwood Terrace

612 NW 10th Ave

1227 SW 4th Ave

The Hammocks off 6th

1700 SW 16th Ct

300 NW 20th Ave

Treehouse Village

CenterPoint
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Frederick Gardens

1700 SW 16th Ct, Unit C8

Sun Bay Apartments

Williamsburg Village Apartments

Cypress Glen

Arlington Square

Arbor Park

1303 NW 6th St

1700 SW 16th Ct, Unit APT B-4

2049 NW 36th Ave
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Residences at Oakview

Sunset Apartments

Sun Key Sun Harbor Apartments

Carver Gardens

Cottages at Depot Park

South West Cottages

Lyons Corner

Pine Grove Apartments

St. Croix

Deco '39 Luxury Apartments
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1212 SW 5th Ave

101 NW 7th Terrace

Villa Ravine Apartments

Sweetwater on 16th

Bedrock Candlelight Estates

237 SW 2nd Pl

1315 SE 3rd Ave

Solaria Luxury Apartments

Campus Point

113 NW 11th St
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Duckpond, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Duckpond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duckpond Studio Apartments | $1,679 | $839 | $3,586 |
| Duckpond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $850 | $5,001 |
| Duckpond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,319 | $739 | $3,400 |
| Duckpond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,936 | $669 | $7,103 |
| Duckpond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $765 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 72 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Duckpond Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Duckpond Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Duckpond area of Gainesville, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Lux 13 priced from $704. Oakbrook Walk has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable Duckpond apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lux 13 | Geneva with Wood Style Floors | 3BR,2BA | $704 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $739 |
| Tiger Bay | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $893 |
| The Commons | 1 Bedroom Apartments Starting at $899! | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Hammocks off 6th | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Premium Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Treehouse Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,060 |
| CenterPoint | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Frederick Gardens | Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Sun Bay Apartments | Model 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duckpond, FL
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Duckpond area is the $0.39 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Model at 1125 SW 4th Ave in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Duckpond apartment is the The Levy - D1 Alt Model at Legacy at The Standard starting at $1,300 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Golfview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Duckpond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.39 |
| Legacy at The Standard | The Levy - D1 Alt | 4BR,4BA | $0.96 |
| The Standard at Gainesville | The Concord VIP - 3Br, 3Ba | 3BR,3BA | $1.21 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| The Commons | Spacious 2 Bed Apartments Starting at $1,299! | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Tiger Bay | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Oasis- BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Lux 13 | Waterton | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| Cypress Glen | 2 Bed. 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Treehouse Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Duckpond Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Duckpond?
The cheapest apartment in Duckpond is The Commons which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Duckpond costs $14,131.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Duckpond?
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 73 regular apartments in Duckpond 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 Duckpond?
Cheap apartments in Duckpond have an average cost of $843 which is $13,288 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Duckpond.
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