
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lincoln Estates Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $600 (40 Rentals)
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914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 11

Sweetwater on 16th

Third Avenue Apartments

421 NW 10TH Av

1028 NE 3rd Ave

821 NE 8th Ave

Verdant Cove
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200 NE 11th St

Treehouse Village

Arbor Park

Tiger Bay

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813 NE 3rd Ave, Unit 813 NE 3rd Avenue

Sun Bay Apartments

2212 SE 36 Terrace

208 NE 4 St
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1303 NW 6th St

3514 SE 22nd Ln

Arlington Square

914 8th SW Ave, Unit 57

Village Crossing Apartments

Carver Gardens

Cottages at Depot Park

St. Croix
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Campus Point

1425 NE 13th St

Harper's Pointe

Bedrock Candlelight Estates

707 NW 2 Ave

821 NE 8th Ave

825 NW 4th Ave

101 NW 7th Terrace
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The 400 Apartments

Grove at Sweetwater Preserve

Wisteria Downs

1015 SW 9th St

Bel Air/Village West

714 NW 8th St

107 NE 15th St

2109 SE 45th Terrace
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Lincoln Estates, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lincoln Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Estates Studio Apartments | $1,663 | $1,255 | $2,279 |
| Lincoln Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $875 | $2,418 |
| Lincoln Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $799 | $3,070 |
| Lincoln Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $629 | $3,196 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lincoln Estates Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Lincoln Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lincoln Estates area of Gainesville, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at The Palms priced from $893. Continuum Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Lincoln Estates apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $893 |
| Continuum Apartments | 2BR/2BA - 3 | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Sweetwater on 16th | 1BD/1BA -Small | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Third Avenue Apartments | 1B/1B Flat | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Verdant Cove | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Treehouse Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,060 |
| Arbor Park | Holly | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Tiger Bay | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,099 |
| Bel Air/Village West | Village West 1/1 with Premium Finishes | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Square One Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Estates, FL
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln Estates area is the $0.79 price per square foot 2BR, 2BA Model at The Palms in the in the Lincoln Estates neighborhood starting from $893. The second greatest value Lincoln Estates apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom Model at Square One Apartment Homes starting at $1,495 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Highland Court Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lincoln Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| Square One Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Arlington Square | Lenox | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Tiger Bay | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Treehouse Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Arbor Park | Holly | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Verdant Cove | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Third Avenue Apartments | 1B/1B Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Sweetwater on 16th | 1BD/1BA -Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Bel Air/Village West | Village West 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lincoln Estates Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lincoln Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Lincoln Estates is Sweetwater on 16th which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Lincoln Estates costs $9,228.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lincoln Estates?
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 9 regular apartments in Lincoln Estates 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 Lincoln Estates?
Cheap apartments in Lincoln Estates have an average cost of $521 which is $8,707 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lincoln Estates.
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