
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lincoln Estates Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $500 (31 Rentals)
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Verdant Cove

Third Avenue Apartments

421 NW 10TH Av

Bedrock Candlelight Estates

115 NE 9th St

422 NW 9th Ave
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1028 NE 3rd Ave

914 SW 8th Ave

200 NE 11th St

Sweetwater on 16th

Treehouse Village

Tiger Bay

414 NE 5th Ave
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St. Croix

Campus Point

1425 NE 13th St

Harper's Pointe
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The 400 Apartments

825 NW 4th Ave

101 NW 7th Terrace

1015 SW 9th St

Grove at Sweetwater Preserve

Bel Air/Village West

Wisteria Downs
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2200 SE 46 Ter

2202 SE 46 Terrace

821 NE 8th Ave
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 | $1,505 | $1,085 | $2,586 |
| Lincoln Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $547 | $3,394 |
| Lincoln Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $789 | $4,489 |
| Lincoln Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $629 | $4,641 |
| Lincoln Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
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There are currently 31 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 1 Bed unit found at Verdant Cove priced from $547. Third Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verdant Cove | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $547 |
| Third Avenue Apartments | 1B/1B Flat - Move in by Feb 27th — Lock in $90... | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Continuum Apartments | 2BR/2BA - 3 | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Bedrock Candlelight Estates | Clayton Model 3008 | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Sweetwater on 16th | 1BD/1BA -Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,034 |
| Treehouse Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,060 |
| Tiger Bay | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,062 |
| Bel Air/Village West | Village West 1/1 with Premium Finishes | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Sun Bay Apartments | Model 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Arbor Park | Holly | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Estates, FL
As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln Estates area is the $1.73 price per square foot 2BR, 2BA Model at The Palms Condominiums in the in the Lincoln Estates neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Lincoln Estates apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Verdant Cove starting at $1,489 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Lincoln Estates 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 Condominiums | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Verdant Cove | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Square One Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| Tiger Bay | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Treehouse Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Bedrock Candlelight Estates | Clayton Model 3008 | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Sun Bay Apartments | Model 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Arbor Park | Holly | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Third Avenue Apartments | 1B/1B Flat - Move in by Feb 27th — Lock in $90... | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Sweetwater on 16th | 1BD/1BA -Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLincoln Estates, Gainesville, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lincoln Estates Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lincoln Estates?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lincoln Estates is under $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lincoln Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Lincoln Estates is Verdant Cove which is listed at $547, while the average apartment in Lincoln Estates costs $12,417.
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 $2,090 which is $10,327 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lincoln Estates.
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