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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 1700 SW 16th Ct

1700 SW 16th Ct

GainesvilleFL32608

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property at 637 NE Waldo Rd

637 NE Waldo Rd

GainesvilleFL32641
property at 643 NE Waldo Rd

643 NE Waldo Rd

GainesvilleFL32641
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Gainesville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gainesville, FL

Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Gainesville, FL area range in price from $429 to $8,928 with an overall median price of $1,677. The three Gainesville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lamplighter at $850, Mill Pond at $535, and Sugarfoot at $525. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gainesville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lamplighter$1,287$8503
Mill Pond$1,350$535230
Sugarfoot$1,350$525317
Phoenix$1,500$510220
Palm Terrace$1,530$94920
Downtown Gainesville$1,550$564107
Debra Heights$1,551$85011
Duval Heights$1,551$85028
Lincoln Estates$1,577$85022
Springhill$1,584$99514

Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Lux 13 in the Golfview neighborhood priced from $599. Oxford Manor in the Golfview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $679. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lux 13Geneva3BR,2BA$599
Oxford Manor3-3w3BR,3BA$679
Oakbrook WalkHideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$699
The Crossing at Santa Fe3/3 Jewel Quartz3BR,3BA$699
Windsor HallDouble Joint Bath2BR,2BA$725
Museum Walk3-3w3BR,3BA$799
The Hammocks By ButlerStudio RenovatedStudio,1BA$799
The Trails0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850
College ManorStudioStudio,1BA$899
Holly Heights1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, FL

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $0.44 price per square foot 4x4 Platinum Model at Cabana Beach Gainesville in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $639. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the 3/3 Jewel Quartz Model at The Crossing at Santa Fe starting at $699 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Kensington Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cabana Beach Gainesville4x4 Platinum4BR,4BA$0.44
The Crossing at Santa Fe3/3 Jewel Quartz3BR,3BA$0.53
The Metropolitan GainesvilleC1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.82
Varsity House Gainesville3BR/3BA3BR,3BA$0.53
University Commons2/1 Suite2BR,1BA$0.57
The Quarters GainesvilleRenovated - C1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.70
The Enclave2-2u2BR,2BA$0.89
Museum Walk2-2up2BR,2BA$0.91
The Landings2/2.5 Upgrade2BR,2.5BA$0.92
Arbours at Tumblin Creek - Active 55+ Adult CommunityEagle Suite2BR,2BA$0.95

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gainesville

What type of rentals are currently available in Gainesville?

There are currently 594 Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, FL with pricing that ranges from $429 to $5,083. There are also 313 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gainesville ranging from $500 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gainesville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gainesville ranges from $500 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,254.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gainesville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gainesville range from $549 to $5,083, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $534 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $429.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.