
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $400 (26 Rentals)
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914 SW 8th Ave, Unit 51

College Manor

745 NW 18th St

CenterPoint

1220 SW 1st Ave, Unit 210
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1212 SW 5th Ave

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Bel Air/Village West

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912 SW 6th Ave
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2616 SW 4th Pl

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Center Court

327 NW 15th Terrace

1412 NW 3rd Ave

Upper Westside Apartments
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Woodbury Row

1339 NW 25th Terrace
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 | $1,602 | $849 | $3,321 |
| University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $1,070 | $2,892 |
| University Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,098 | $745 | $3,400 |
| University Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,035 | $633 | $2,910 |
| University Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $765 | $6,974 |
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There are currently 26 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 $675. Windsor Hall has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. 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 | $675 |
| Windsor Hall | Double Joint Bath | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
| College Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| CenterPoint | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Bel Air/Village West | Village West 1/1 with Premium Finishes | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| College Park at Midtown | 421 Bristol | 2BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Legacy at The Standard | The Levy - D1 Alt | 4BR,4BA | $1,470 |
| Roberts' Stadium Club | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Third Place at Midtown | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, FL
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $1.65 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at Third Place at Midtown in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the Waterton with Bay Window, Wood Style Floors Model at Lux 13 starting at $795 with a $0.84 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third Place at Midtown | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Lux 13 | Waterton with Bay Window, Wood Style Floors | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Roberts' Stadium Club | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| College Park at Midtown | The Avenues A4 with Premium Finishes | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| 1125 SW 4th Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| CenterPoint | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Bel Air/Village West | Village West 1/1 with Premium Finishes | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| College Manor | College Manor One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Alsander GNV | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.84 |
| Windsor Hall | Single Joint Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.53 |
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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 CenterPoint which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in University Park costs $849.
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 32 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 $1,018 which is $0 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Park.
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