
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, MO from $400 (35 Rentals)
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Brookshire Apartments

The Heights Apartments

Breckenridge Apartments

The Dels Harrison
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Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments

2972 Maple Street Hollister MO

Spring River Commons

Quail Ridge East Apartments

Plato's Cave - Branson

The Penleigh Branson Row

Crosswood Apartments

Quail Run at Meadow Springs

Renshaw Studio Apartments

Town & Country Apartments
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Galloway Creek

White River Mountain Apartments

Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments

Mountain Boulevard
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204 Pony Thomas

204 W Leyda Ave

1004 5th St

706 Woodland Ave

5520 Co Rd 1380

8669 Historic Hwy 165
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10000 Historic Hwy 165
Gainesville, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gainesville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Gainesville Studio Apartments | $729 | $450 | $965 |
Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $915 | $400 | $1,445 |
Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $500 | $1,915 |
Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $850 | $1,675 |
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Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Breckenridge Apartments priced from $545. The Dels Harrison has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 1 Bed 1 Bath with W/D Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $545 |
The Dels Harrison | Studios | Studio,1BA | $600 |
Plato's Cave - Branson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
The Penleigh Branson Row | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Renshaw Studio Apartments | Kitchenette | Studio,1BA | $720 |
Tara Apartments | 2 bedroom apartment | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
Schaefer Ridge Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $730 |
Holiday Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $745 |
Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments | Ozark 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment Available! | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, MO and Nearby
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $0.91 price per square foot D Model at Vintage Park in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the 1503 Model at 2700 Burke Ave starting at $1,200 with a $0.80 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. |
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Vintage Park | D | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
2700 Burke Ave | 1503 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
Ben Steele Properties Ozark Houses & Duplexes | Ozark Homes | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Ridgecrest Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.72 |
Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
Southernwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments | Ozark 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment Available! | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 2 Bed 2 Bath with W/D Hookup | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Quail Ridge East Apartments | Quail Ridge 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Tara Apartments | 2 bedroom apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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Getting Around Gainesville, MO
Walk Score®
12 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
9 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 The Dels Harrison listed at $600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gainesville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gainesville Apartment is $545 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 Ridgecrest Apartments and starts from $850.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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