
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $400 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Gainesville area of Gainesville.


3705 SW 27th St

510 SW 69th St

421 SW 67th Terrace

The Trails

Archer Court
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1367 SW 51st Blvd, Unit Room at Redpoint in 2x2.5

The Hammocks By Butler

6816 SW 4th Pl

Holly Heights

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West Gainesville, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Gainesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Gainesville Studio Apartments | $1,160 | $850 | $1,599 |
| West Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $600 | $2,790 |
| West Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $525 | $3,000 |
| West Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $619 | $10,000+ |
| West Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $499 | $5,477 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL.
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Cheapest Available West Gainesville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Gainesville area of Gainesville, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Oxford Manor priced from $629. Hideaway Gainesville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $669. Here are the most affordable West Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Manor | 3-3w | 3BR,3BA | $629 |
| Hideaway Gainesville | 3B3BP-3 | 3BR,3BA | $669 |
| On20 Apartments | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $699 |
| Cabana Beach Gainesville | 2x2 Split Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $749 |
| Museum Walk | 3-3w | 3BR,3BA | $819 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Gainesville, FL
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Gainesville area is the $0.61 price per square foot 2/1 Suite Model at University Commons in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $749. The second greatest value West Gainesville apartment is the Renovated - C1 - 3x3 Model at The Quarters Gainesville starting at $685 with a $0.57 price per square foot in the West Gainesville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Commons | 2/1 Suite | 2BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| The Quarters Gainesville | Renovated - C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.57 |
| The Enclave | 2-2UP | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Hideaway Gainesville | 2B2BP-3 | 2BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| Museum Walk | 2-2up | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| On20 Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Varsity House Gainesville | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Canopy Apartments | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Lexington Crossing | 2-2f | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Cabana Beach Gainesville | 2x2 Exterior Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Gainesville, Gainesville, FL
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Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Gainesville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Gainesville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Gainesville is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Gainesville?
The cheapest apartment in West Gainesville is Holly Heights which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in West Gainesville costs $1,799.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 217 regular apartments in West 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 West Gainesville?
Cheap apartments in West Gainesville have an average cost of $556 which is $1,243 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Gainesville.
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