
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $400 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the University Park area of Gainesville.


914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 11

1933 NW 4th Ave

745 NW 18th St

College Manor

1026 SW 1st Ave

CenterPoint
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211 NW 25 St

914 8th SW Ave, Unit 57

Residences at Oakview

Sunset Apartments

1810 NW 23rd Blvd

St. Croix

Deco '39 Luxury Apartments
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1212 SW 5th Ave

Villa Ravine Apartments

Solaria Luxury Apartments

825 NW 4th Ave

324 NW 19th St

Bel Air/Village West

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University Park, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Park Studio Apartments | $1,731 | $945 | $3,481 |
| University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $815 | $2,225 |
| University Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $799 | $3,400 |
| University Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $669 | $3,500 |
| University Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,341 | $755 | $4,279 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Park Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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Cheapest Available University Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park area of Gainesville, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Lux 13 priced from $789. College Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $945. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lux 13 | Geneva with Wood Style Floors | 3BR,2BA | $789 |
| College Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| Social 28 Apartments | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1,045 |
| Bel Air/Village West | Village West 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,077 |
| Legacy at The Standard | The Levy - D1 Alt | 4BR,4BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, FL
As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $0.96 price per square foot The Levy - D1 Alt Model at Legacy at The Standard in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the The Concord VIP - 3Br, 3Ba Model at The Standard at Gainesville starting at $1,535 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Golfview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Social 28 Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Lux 13 | Waterton | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Hub Gainesville 3rd Ave | 2x2 VIP | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Alsander GNV | 2BR/2BA - B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Bel Air/Village West | Village West 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Park, Gainesville, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Park?
The cheapest apartment in University Park is Bel Air/Village West which is listed at $1,077, while the average apartment in University Park costs $1,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Park?
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 47 regular apartments in University Park 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 Park?
Cheap apartments in University Park have an average cost of $1,190 which is $510 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Park.
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