Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $500 (39 Rentals)

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property at 3705 SW 27th St

3705 SW 27th St

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property at 3800 SW 20th Ave

3800 SW 20th Ave

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property at 510 SW 69th St

510 SW 69th St

GainesvilleFL32607

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The Oasis Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oasis Apartments

3436 SW 42nd AveGainesville, FL 32608
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Pine Meadow Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Meadow Apartments

7025 W University AveGainesville, FL 32607
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Harbor Cove
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Cove

6815 W University AveGainesville, FL 32607
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The Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts

3020 SW Archer RdGainesville, FL 32608
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Tower Oaks Glen
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tower Oaks Glen

6900 SW 21st LnGainesville, FL 32607
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A3555 Chelsea Lane
1 Bedroom Apartments

A3555 Chelsea Lane

3555 SW 20th AveGainesville, FL 32607
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510 SW 69th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

510 SW 69th St

510 SW 69th StGainesville, FL 32607
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Southwood
2 Bedroom Apartments

Southwood

3904 SW 26th DrGainesville, FL 32608

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The Point Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Point Apartments

3100 SW 35th PlGainesville, FL 32608
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Stoneridge Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Stoneridge Apartments

3800 SW 34th StGainesville, FL 32608
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West Gainesville, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oxford Manor3-3w3BR,3BA$629
Hideaway Gainesville3B3BP-33BR,3BA$669
On20 ApartmentsD14BR,4BA$689
Cabana Beach Gainesville2x2 Split Premium2BR,2BA$749
Archer CourtStudioStudio,1BA$825
Museum Walk3-3w3BR,3BA$839
The Trails0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850
Holly Heights1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Lexington Crossing2-2f2BR,2BA$950
Madison on 20th Apartments1BR/1BA RENO1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Gainesville, FL

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Gainesville area is the $0.57 price per square foot 2/1 Suite Model at University Commons in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $699. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Commons2/1 Suite2BR,1BA$0.57
The Quarters GainesvilleRenovated - C1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.57
The Enclave2-2UP2BR,2BA$0.90
Hideaway Gainesville2B2BP-32BR,2BA$0.72
Museum Walk2-2up2BR,2BA$0.95
On20 ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$0.85
Canopy Apartments2X22BR,2BA$0.97
Lexington Crossing2-2f2BR,2BA$1.06
Cabana Beach Gainesville2x2 Exterior Platinum2BR,2BA$0.97
The Ridge2Bed2BR,2BA$1.23

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Gainesville, Gainesville, FL

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Gainesville. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the West Gainesville Neighborhood in Gainesville, FL

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Gainesville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Gainesville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Gainesville is at Archer Court listed at $825.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Gainesville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Gainesville Apartment is $900 at Holly Heights.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Gainesville Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Gainesville is starting from $749 at Cabana Beach Gainesville.

What is the most affordable West Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oxford Manor and starts from $629.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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 Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.