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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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31 Ellicott Ave

678 Ridge Rd

562 Wilson St

14 Jackson St

7 Chestnut St
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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5155 E Main Street Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Gainesville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Gainesville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,935 | $600 | $2,950 |
Gainesville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,318 | $700 | $4,800 |
Gainesville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,057 | $700 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodland Place 55+ in the Bellevue neighborhood priced from $800. Briarcliff Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. 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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Woodland Place 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Briarcliff Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Village Pines Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, NY and Nearby
As of May 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $1.53 price per square foot Clinton Street/ 2car garage Model at Grandview Townhomes in the starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the 2 Bedroom Lower with Attached Garage Model at Pine Point Luxury Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.57 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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Grandview Townhomes | Clinton Street/ 2car garage | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
Pine Point Luxury Apartments | 2 Bedroom Lower with Attached Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
Residences at Hornell | The Marquis | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Fox Trace East | 2UF | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
The Lofts at Rockland Silk Mill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Letchworth Falls | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Edgewater Apartment Homes | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Homestead Senior Apartments | Front Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Parkview Apartments | 2 bedroom, Lower | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Woodland Place 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gainesville
What type of rentals are currently available in Gainesville?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, NY with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,549. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gainesville ranging from $600 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gainesville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gainesville ranges from $600 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,762.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gainesville?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gainesville range from $1,349 to $2,643, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,982.
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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.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters
Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.