
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $400 (186 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northwest Gainesville area of Gainesville.


4215 SW 22nd Ln, Unit 1201-3

3310 NW 28th Ave

914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 11

914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 51

Spyglass Apartments

Oakbrook Walk

Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult Community

3310 NW 28th Ave

1064 SW 14th Ave
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511 SW 69th St, Unit C

2036 SW 69th Dr

1933 NW 4th Ave

3310 NW 28th Ave

Archer Court

The Hammocks By Butler

Camelot Apartments

Madison on 20th Apartments

6816 SW 4th Pl

705 SW 75th St, Unit 202
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745 NW 18th St

Gardenview Apartments

Addison Lane

Sweetwater on 16th

Third Ave Apartments

Bentwood Apartments

Brookwood Terrace

1028 NE 3rd Ave

The Commons

821 NE 8th Ave
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College Manor

The Parks

Verdant Cove

The Trails

200 NE 11th St

120 SE 7th St

The Hammocks on 20th

Creekwood Apartments

The Ridge on 34th Avenue Apartments

The Hammocks off 6th
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Liv Apartments

115 NE 9th St

6519 W Newberry Rd

5817 NW 23rd Terrace

Hidden Village

Treehouse Village

Arbor Park

Frederick Gardens

Williamsburg Village Apartments

Centerpoint Apartments
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Northwest Gainesville, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Gainesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Gainesville Studio Apartments | $1,406 | $879 | $2,290 |
| Northwest Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $795 | $3,104 |
| Northwest Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $739 | $4,316 |
| Northwest Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $576 | $10,000+ |
| Northwest Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $515 | $10,000+ |
| Northwest Gainesville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $829 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 186 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Gainesville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Gainesville area of Gainesville, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Lux 13 priced from $669. Oxford Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $669. Here are the most affordable Northwest Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lux 13 | Geneva | 3BR,2BA | $669 |
| Oxford Manor | 3-3w | 3BR,3BA | $669 |
| Spyglass Apartments | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $675 |
| The Crossing at Santa Fe | 3-3 Wood | 3BR,3BA | $675 |
| On20 Apartments | D2-Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $719 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $739 |
| Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult Community | Gator I | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Archer Court | Studio Open | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $893 |
| The Hammocks By Butler | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Gainesville, FL
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest 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 Northwest Gainesville apartment is the E3 Model at The Griffin starting at $950 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Golfview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest 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 |
| The Griffin | E3 | 5BR,5BA | $0.54 |
| Cabana Beach Gainesville | 4x4 Platinum | 4BR,4BA | $0.46 |
| Legacy at The Standard | The Levy - D1 Alt | 4BR,4BA | $0.96 |
| The Crossing at Santa Fe | 3-3 Wood | 3BR,3BA | $0.51 |
| Hub Gainesville University | 4x2 Balcony | 4BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| On20 Apartments | C1-Deluxe | 3BR,3BA | $0.70 |
| Varsity House Gainesville - Historical Access | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Lux 13 | Waterton | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Gainesville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Gainesville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Gainesville is under $899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Gainesville?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Gainesville is Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult Community which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Northwest Gainesville costs $9,034.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Gainesville?
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 317 regular apartments in Northwest Gainesville 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 Northwest Gainesville?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Gainesville have an average cost of $802 which is $8,232 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Gainesville.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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