
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $400 (76 Rentals)
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3800 SW 20th Ave, Unit University Terrace West

914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 51

3800 SW 20th Ave, Unit 512

Oakbrook Walk

College Manor

The Hammocks By Butler

Highbranch Gainesville

210 NW 29th St

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The Palms
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The Commons

Gardenview Apartments

612 NW 10th Ave

The Hammocks on 20th

The Trails

The Park Apartments

1227 SW 4th Ave

The Ridge on 34th Avenue Apartments

Archer Court

The Hammocks off 6th
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1700 SW 16th Ct

300 NW 20th Ave

Treehouse Village

Hidden Village

CenterPoint

Camelot Apartments

Frederick Gardens

1700 SW 16th Ct, Unit C8

Towne Parc Apartments

Sun Bay Apartments
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Williamsburg Village Apartments

Mount Vernon Apartments

2811 SW Archer Rd, Unit Z

2811 SW Archer Rd

Arlington Square

Spanish Trace

Arbor Park

Country Village Apartments

1303 NW 6th St

Residences at Oakview
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Sunset Apartments

3800 SW 20th Ave

Sun Key Sun Harbor Apartments

South West Cottages

Lyons Corner

1810 NW 23rd Blvd

St. Croix

Deco '39 Luxury Apartments

1212 SW 5th Ave

101 NW 7th Terrace
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Midtown Gainesville, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Gainesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Gainesville Studio Apartments | $1,521 | $839 | $3,644 |
| Midtown Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $899 | $5,256 |
| Midtown Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,290 | $739 | $3,400 |
| Midtown Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $669 | $6,305 |
| Midtown Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,114 | $575 | $7,217 |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Midtown Gainesville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Gainesville area of Gainesville, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Lux 13 priced from $704. On20 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $719. Here are the most affordable Midtown Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lux 13 | Geneva with Wood Style Floors | 3BR,2BA | $704 |
| On20 Apartments | D2-Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $719 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $739 |
| The Hammocks By Butler | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $893 |
| The Commons | 1 Bedroom Apartments Starting at $899! | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Campus Point | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Trails | 1 Bedroom Near UF Starting at $916! $500 Off 2n... | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Hammocks on 20th | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Deluxe Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Gainesville, FL
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Gainesville area is the $0.28 price per square foot 4TH Model at The Ridge in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $859. The second greatest value Midtown Gainesville apartment is the 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Model at 1125 SW 4th Ave starting at $900 with a $0.39 price per square foot in the Golfview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridge | 4TH | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.28 |
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.39 |
| Gainesville Place | Azure | 4BR,4BA | $0.51 |
| Legacy at The Standard | The Levy - D1 Alt | 4BR,4BA | $0.96 |
| Hub Gainesville University | 4x2 Balcony | 4BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| The Enclave | 2-2UP | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| On20 Apartments | C1-Deluxe | 3BR,3BA | $0.70 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Oasis- BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Lux 13 | Waterton | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Gainesville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Gainesville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Gainesville Apartment is $899 at The Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown Gainesville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown Gainesville is starting from $739 at Oakbrook Walk.
What is the most affordable Midtown Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Midtown Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lux 13 and starts from $704.
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