
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, MO from $400 (58 Rentals)
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The Heights Apartments

Breckenridge Apartments

The Studios

The Dels Harrison

Brookshire Apartments

The Mill on 76 Apartments

Quail Ridge East Apartments

Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments

Plato's Cave - Branson
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2972 Maple Street Hollister MO

The Penleigh Branson Row

Shadowbrook Apartments

Park West Senior Apartments

Quail Run at Meadow Springs

Mountain Station Apartments

Ozark Plantation

Mountain Boulevard

Embassy Ozark

Spring Valley Apartments
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White River Mountain Apartments

Galloway Creek

Maple Church Senior

Cardinal Apartments

Norfork Villas

The Grand

Townhomes at Quail Ridge

Maple Church Apartments

Ridgecrest Apartments

Logan Heights
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Ozark Sky Estates

Wolf River Lodge

Park Place Apartments

Excelsior Gardens Apartments

Homestead at Crosswood

Ozark South Apartments

Town & Country Village

Southernwood Apartments

Turtle Creek Apartments

Park West Patio Homes
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3871 CR 5640

1010 5th St

West End Social

Schaefer Ridge Apartments

Renshaw Studio Apartments

Tara Apartments

Holiday Terrace Apartments

Outback Roadhouse Apartments

185 Wildflower Ave

501 Twin Oaks
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Gainesville, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gainesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville Studio Apartments | $711 | $425 | $1,140 |
| Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $981 | $475 | $1,544 |
| Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,209 | $500 | $2,018 |
| Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $850 | $2,395 |
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Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, MO is a Studio unit found at Mammoth Spring priced from $425. The Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mammoth Spring | Studio | Studio,1BA | $425 |
| The Heights Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $475 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 1 Bed 1 Bath no W/D Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| The Dels Harrison | Studios | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| The Mill on 76 Apartments | Westyn | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| 6444 Highway 178 S | Studio / Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 2972 Maple Street Hollister MO | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Plato's Cave - Branson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| The Penleigh Branson Row | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $706 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, MO and Nearby
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $0.80 price per square foot 1503 Model at 2700 Burke Ave in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the B Model at Vintage Park starting at $1,100 with a $0.85 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2700 Burke Ave | 1503 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| Vintage Park | B | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Wolf River Lodge | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Park West Patio Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Townhomes at Quail Ridge | 2 Bedroom Townhome with Basement | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Mountain Station Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Cardinal Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Dels Harrison | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gainesville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gainesville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gainesville is at Mammoth Spring listed at $425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gainesville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gainesville Apartment is $475 at Breckenridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gainesville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gainesville is starting from $565 at Breckenridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mountain Station Apartments and starts from $900.
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