Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights South Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $500 (50 Rentals)

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property at 1700 SW 16th Ct

$1,195

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$1,195

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$1,195

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 31

1700 SW 16th Ct

GainesvilleFL32608
property at 1700 SW 16th Ct

$1,250

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$1,250

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1700 SW 16th Ct, Unit B-4

1700 SW 16th Ct
GainesvilleFL32608

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property at 914 8th SW Ave

$1,290

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$1,290

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4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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914 8th SW Ave, Unit 57

914 8th SW Ave
GainesvilleFL32601
property at 1220 SW 1st Ave

$1,500

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$1,500

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1220 SW 1st Ave, Unit 210

1220 SW 1st Ave
GainesvilleFL32601
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St. Croix
2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Croix

829 SW 5th AveGainesville, FL 32601
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Deco '39 Luxury Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Deco '39 Luxury Apartments

320 SW 10th StGainesville, FL 32601
Student Housing
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1212 SW 5th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1212 SW 5th Ave

1212 SW 5th AveGainesville, FL 32601
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237 SW 2nd Pl
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

237 SW 2nd Pl

237 SW 2nd PlGainesville, FL 32601

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Solaria Luxury Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Solaria Luxury Apartments

1024 SW 7th AveGainesville, FL 32601
Student Housing
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Campus Point
1 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Point

1035 SW 9th StGainesville, FL 32601
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Lyons Corner
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Lyons Corner

1240 SW 9th RdGainesville, FL 32601
Student Housing
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The 400 Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

The 400 Apartments

400 NW 1st AveGainesville, FL 32601
Senior Living
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Wisteria Downs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wisteria Downs

405 SE 2nd AveGainesville, FL 32601
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$999 - $2,600

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1700 SW 16th Ct

GainesvilleFL32608
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The Galen
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Galen

1626 SW 14th StGainesville, FL 32608

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Arbor Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Lofts

1824 NW 3rd PlGainesville, FL 32603
Student Housing
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Center Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Center Court

1210 NW 11th AveGainesville, FL 32601
Student Housing
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Upper Westside Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Upper Westside Apartments

328 NW 14th StGainesville, FL 32603
Student Housing
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Woodbury Row
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodbury Row

1011 SW 5th AveGainesville, FL 32601
Student Housing

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University Heights South, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakbrook WalkHideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$739
Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult CommunityGator I1BR,1BA$745
The Palms2BR, 2BA2BR,2BA$893
Continuum Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$910
College ManorStudioStudio,1BA$911
The CommonsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$915
Campus Point1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$995
Social 28 ApartmentsD24BR,2BA$1,055
Frederick GardensTerrace1BR,1BA$1,099
Sun Bay ApartmentsModel 1.11BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1125 SW 4th Ave3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom3BR,3BA$0.39
The GriffinE35BR,5BA$0.55
Legacy at The StandardThe Levy - D1 Alt4BR,4BA$0.96
The Standard at GainesvilleThe Concord VIP - 3Br, 3Ba3BR,3BA$1.21
Hub Gainesville University4x2 Balcony4BR,2BA$0.95
Theory Gainesville3x3 B3BR,3BA$1.19
The Palms2BR, 2BA2BR,2BA$0.79
Oakbrook WalkOasis- BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.97
Social 28 ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$1.13
Arbours at Tumblin Creek ~ Active 55+ Adult CommunityGator I1BR,1BA$1.05

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights South, Gainesville, FL

Ranked #15

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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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.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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Written by: Robin Stewart

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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