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Sunrise Terrace
703 West AveGainesville, GA 30501
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, GA from $900 (19 Rentals)
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Towne Creek Apartment Homes
700 Washington St NWGainesville, GA 30501
1001 Park Hill Dr
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710 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE
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563 Northside Dr
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320 Ridgewood Ave
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421 Piedmont Rd
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The National
111 Green St SEGainesville, GA 30501
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Lanier Terrace
1030 Summit St NEGainesville, GA 30501
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$1,355 - $2,635
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Solis Gainesville
1000 Rea DrGainesville, GA 30501
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Century New Holland
100 Foothills Pky NEGainesville, GA 30501
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The Everly
1000 Everly WayGainesville, GA 30501
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1000 Rea Dr SW
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Myrtle Terrace II - Senior 55+ Community
1326 Myrtle St NEGainesville, GA 30501
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Legacy at Walton Summit II Senior
1100 Green Hunter LnGainesville, GA 30501
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Lofts on Jewell
710 Jesse Jewell Pky SEGainesville, GA 30501
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Midland Gainesville
2100 Saint Thomas DrGainesville, GA 30501
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West Ave Commons
314 West AveGainesville, GA 30501
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City Walk
535 Forrest AveGainesville, GA 30501
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Downtown Gainesville, Gainesville, GA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Gainesville Studio Apartments | $1,425 | $1,355 | $1,588 |
| Downtown Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $1,150 | $2,033 |
| Downtown Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,756 | $1,275 | $2,458 |
| Downtown Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,158 | $1,476 | $3,510 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Gainesville Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Gainesville area of Gainesville, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunrise Terrace priced from $1,150. Towne Creek Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,161. Here are the most affordable Downtown Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Sunrise Terrace | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Towne Creek Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,161 |
| The National | 1G | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Lanier Terrace | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Solis Gainesville | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Gainesville, GA
As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Gainesville area is the $1.68 price per square foot B6 Model at The Everly in the in the Downtown Gainesville neighborhood starting from $2,076. The second greatest value Downtown Gainesville apartment is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Sunrise Terrace starting at $1,150 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Downtown Gainesville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Everly | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Sunrise Terrace | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Century New Holland | Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Lanier Terrace | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Solis Gainesville | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
| Towne Creek Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The National | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Gainesville Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Gainesville is Sunrise Terrace which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Downtown Gainesville costs $2,070.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 21 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Gainesville?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Gainesville have an average cost of $373 which is $1,697 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Gainesville.
Expert Rental Resources
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.