
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights South Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $500 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the University Heights South area of Gainesville.


914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 11

Oakbrook Walk

Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult Community

1064 SW 14th Ave

1933 NW 4th Ave

College Manor

The Commons

745 NW 18th St

Williamsburg Village Apartments
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Frederick Gardens

1700 SW 16th Ct, Unit C8

1700 SW 16th Ct

Sun Bay Apartments

1700 SW 16th Ct, Unit H21

Arlington Square

1700 SW 16th Ct

Arbor Park

1700 SW 16th Ct, Unit B-4

1700 SW 16th Ct, Unit APT B-4
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914 8th SW Ave, Unit 57

219 NW 3rd Ave

Hub Gainesville 3rd Ave

1220 SW 1st Ave, Unit 210

Sun Key Sun Harbor Apartments

St. Croix

Deco '39 Luxury Apartments

1212 SW 5th Ave

324 NW 19th St

237 SW 2nd Pl
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Solaria Luxury Apartments

Campus Point

Lyons Corner

825 NW 4th Ave

The 400 Apartments

101 NW 7th Terrace

Wisteria Downs

1700 SW 16th Ct

704 NE 1st St

The Galen
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724 NW 3rd Ave

912 SW 6th Ave

Arbor Lofts

1500 NW 4th Ave

Center Court

327 NW 15th Terrace

1412 NW 3rd Ave

Upper Westside Apartments

1662 SW 16th St

Woodbury Row
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University Heights South, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Heights South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights South Studio Apartments | $1,665 | $911 | $4,105 |
| University Heights South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $795 | $4,212 |
| University Heights South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $739 | $4,217 |
| University Heights South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $1,035 | $7,233 |
| University Heights South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $860 | $1,550 |
| University Heights South 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,140 | $880 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available University Heights South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights South area of Gainesville, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Oakbrook Walk priced from $739. Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable University Heights South apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakbrook Walk | Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $739 |
| Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult Community | Gator I | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $893 |
| Continuum Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $910 |
| College Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $911 |
| The Commons | One Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Campus Point | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Social 28 Apartments | D2 | 4BR,2BA | $1,055 |
| Frederick Gardens | Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Sun Bay Apartments | Model 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights South, FL
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Heights South area is the $0.39 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Model at 1125 SW 4th Ave in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value University Heights South apartment is the E3 Model at The Griffin starting at $975 with a $0.55 price per square foot in the Golfview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.39 |
| The Griffin | E3 | 5BR,5BA | $0.55 |
| Legacy at The Standard | The Levy - D1 Alt | 4BR,4BA | $0.96 |
| The Standard at Gainesville | The Concord VIP - 3Br, 3Ba | 3BR,3BA | $1.21 |
| Hub Gainesville University | 4x2 Balcony | 4BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Theory Gainesville | 3x3 B | 3BR,3BA | $1.19 |
| The Palms | 2BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| Oakbrook Walk | Oasis- BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Social 28 Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult Community | Gator I | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Heights South, Gainesville, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Heights South?
The cheapest apartment in University Heights South is Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult Community which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in University Heights South costs $1,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Heights South?
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 85 regular apartments in University Heights South 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 University Heights South?
Cheap apartments in University Heights South have an average cost of $1,015 which is $635 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Heights South.
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