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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, GA from $900 (15 Rentals)
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Peaks at Gainesville
1000 Lenox Park PlGainesville, GA 30507
300 Forrest Ave
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from $1,195Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ava Oakwood
6000 Ava AveGainesville, GA 30504
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Century New Holland
100 Foothills Pky NEGainesville, GA 30501
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from $1,200Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Lofts on Jewell
710 Jesse Jewell Pky SEGainesville, GA 30501
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from $1,2031 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
MAA Lake Lanier
1701 Dawsonville HwyGainesville, GA 30501
1001 Park Hill Dr
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from $1,2681 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 16
Towne Creek Apartment Homes
700 Washington St NWGainesville, GA 30501
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from $1,2851 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vista Ridge Apartments
2363 N Cliff Colony DrGainesville, GA 30501
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from $1,2991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Allora Gainesville
900 Elm Grove AveGainesville, GA 30501
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from $1,3001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Prose Gainesville
900 Mountaintop AveGainesville, GA 30501
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Myrtle Terrace II - Senior 55+ Community
1326 Myrtle St NEGainesville, GA 30501
621 Green St
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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 | $1,364 | $1,195 | $1,525 |
| Downtown Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $1,050 | $5,290 |
| Downtown Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $1,300 | $2,458 |
| Downtown Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,054 | $1,476 | $3,048 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, GA.
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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 Peaks at Gainesville priced from $1,124. Ava Oakwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Downtown Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peaks at Gainesville | AZALEA | 1BR,1BA | $1,124 |
| Ava Oakwood | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Century New Holland | Athens | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| MAA Lake Lanier | Kent | 1BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| Allora Gainesville | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Gainesville, GA
As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Gainesville area is the $1.20 price per square foot Grantham Model at The Collection Flowerwood in the in the Downtown Gainesville neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Downtown Gainesville apartment is the Aberdeen Model at Tessa Shallowford Townhomes starting at $1,809 with a $1.34 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 Collection Flowerwood | Grantham | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| Tessa Shallowford Townhomes | Aberdeen | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| Peaks at Gainesville | CANA LILY DELUXE | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Vista Ridge Apartments | Lake Haven 1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Sunrise Terrace | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Allora Gainesville | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Prose Gainesville | A1-BC | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Century New Holland | Athens | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Lanier Terrace | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| MAA Lake Lanier | Outrigger | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Gainesville, Gainesville, GA
Gainesville High School
Gainesville City School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2294)
4 out of 10
Gainesville Middle School
Gainesville City School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (841)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood in Gainesville, GA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal 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 Downtown Gainesville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Gainesville is under $1,390.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Gainesville is Peaks at Gainesville which is listed at $1,124, while the average apartment in Downtown Gainesville costs $2,099.
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 22 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 $345 which is $1,754 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Gainesville.
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