
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Innovation District Gainesville, FL from $600 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Innovation District area of Gainesville.


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1212 SW 5th Ave

1017 SW 1st Ave

1113 SW 3rd Ave

1123 SW 1st Ave

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902 SW 7th Ave

1123 SW 5th Ave

610-622 SW 11th Ln

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120 NW 8th St
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103 NW 10th St

615 SW 11th Ln

403 SW 10th St

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Innovation District, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Innovation District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innovation District Studio Apartments | $1,516 | $1,030 | $1,999 |
| Innovation District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $1,120 | $2,350 |
| Innovation District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,488 | $799 | $2,850 |
| Innovation District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $629 | $3,185 |
| Innovation District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,132 | $995 | $1,625 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Innovation District Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Innovation District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Innovation District area of Gainesville, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at 1125 SW 4th Ave priced from $850. Continuum Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Innovation District apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Continuum Apartments | 2BR/2BA - 3 | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Social 28 Apartments | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1,020 |
| College Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Innovation District, FL
As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Innovation District area is the $1.21 price per square foot The Concord VIP - 3Br, 3Ba Model at The Standard at Gainesville in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $1,535. The second greatest value Innovation District apartment is the 4x2 Balcony Model at Hub Gainesville University starting at $1,105 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Golfview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Innovation District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Standard at Gainesville | The Concord VIP - 3Br, 3Ba | 3BR,3BA | $1.21 |
| Hub Gainesville University | 4x2 Balcony | 4BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Social 28 Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Alsander GNV | 2BR/2BA - B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Continuum Apartments | 1BR/1BA - DLX1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| College Manor | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Innovation District Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Innovation District?
The cheapest apartment in Innovation District is College Manor which is listed at $1,191, while the average apartment in Innovation District costs $1,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Innovation District?
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 34 regular apartments in Innovation District 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 Innovation District?
Cheap apartments in Innovation District have an average cost of $1,332 which is $368 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Innovation District.
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