Cheap Homes for Rent in Midtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $400 (28 Rentals)

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property at 1700 SW 16th Ct

1700 SW 16th Ct

GainesvilleFL32608

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property at 1015 SW 9th St

1015 SW 9th St

GainesvilleFL32601

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property at 1220 SW 1st Ave

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GainesvilleFL32601

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property at 2635 SW 35th Pl

2635 SW 35th Pl

GainesvilleFL32608
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Midtown Gainesville, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Gainesville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Gainesville area of Gainesville, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Arbours at Tumblin Creek - Active 55+ Adult Community priced from $500. 1125 SW 4th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Midtown Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbours at Tumblin Creek - Active 55+ Adult CommunityNorthern Edge Suite2BR,2BA$500
1125 SW 4th Ave1 Bedroom w/ Shared Common Area1BR,$600
Lux 13Geneva3BR,2BA$649
On20 ApartmentsD14BR,4BA$650
Oakbrook WalkHideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$699
Windsor HallDouble Joint Bath2BR,2BA$725
Hub Gainesville 3rd Ave5x5 TH A5BR,5BA$730
Museum Walk3-3w3BR,3BA$799
The Hammocks By ButlerStudio RenovatedStudio,1BA$799
The Trails0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Gainesville, FL

As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Gainesville area is the $0.82 price per square foot C1 - 3x3 Model at The Metropolitan Gainesville in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $1,040. The second greatest value Midtown Gainesville apartment is the 3BR/3BA Model at Varsity House Gainesville starting at $655 with a $0.53 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Metropolitan GainesvilleC1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.82
Varsity House Gainesville3BR/3BA3BR,3BA$0.53
University Commons2/1 Suite2BR,1BA$0.57
Anthem HouseThe Petty2BR,2BA$0.91
The Enclave2-2u2BR,2BA$0.89
Museum Walk2-2up2BR,2BA$0.91
Oakbrook WalkOasis- BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.97
Arbours at Tumblin Creek - Active 55+ Adult CommunityNorthern Edge Suite2BR,2BA$0.52
Hub Gainesville University4x2 A4BR,2BA$0.99
The Ridge2Bed2BR,2BA$1.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Midtown Gainesville

What type of rentals are currently available in Midtown Gainesville?

There are currently 316 Apartments for Rent in Midtown Gainesville, FL with pricing that ranges from $525 to $3,500. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Midtown Gainesville ranging from $400 to $6,300.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Midtown Gainesville ranges from $400 to $6,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,904.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Midtown Gainesville range from $629 to $3,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $2,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $604.

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

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

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