Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, TX from $700 (47 Rentals)

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Summit Senior Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summit Senior Village

1101 Lawrence StGainesville, TX 76240
Senior Living

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Shaw House
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$899 - $2,416
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$899 - $2,416
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Shaw House

2300 North Friendship RdSherman, TX 75092
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Four Cedars
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$1,180 - $1,560
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$1,180 - $1,560
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Four Cedars

610 N 4thGunter, TX 75058
Luxury
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Alta Monarch Crossing
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$1,231 - $2,446
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Alta Monarch Crossing

1250 Randall StDenton, TX 76207
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The Beverley at Denton
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$1,259 - $2,719
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The Beverley at Denton

3500 N Bonnie Brae StDenton, TX 76207
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225 E University Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

225 E University Dr

225 E University DrDenton, TX 76209
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Carisma
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carisma

13606 Esperanza RdDallas, TX 75240

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Emerald Lane
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Lane

3401 Joyce LnDenton, TX 76207
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Kara Mingo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kara Mingo

1599 Mingo RdDenton, TX 76209
Student Housing

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Gainesville, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gainesville, TX

Pricing Updated: 06/09/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Gainesville, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gainesville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cook$1,463$1,05710
Main Street Gainesville$1,463$1,05710

Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, TX is a Studio unit found at The Village Residences in the Paloma Creek South neighborhood priced from $792. Cooper Denton in the University Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $852. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Village ResidencesEFFStudio,1BA$792
Cooper DentonA11BR,1BA$852
Struga Place2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$895
Shaw HouseRiver Birch1BR,1BA$899
19Twenty ApartmentsA1 – A71BR,1BA$899
Central Park at Winstar Village ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$900
CarismaA21BR,1BA$919
The Pearl on UniversityStudio1BR,1BA$948
Emerald Lane1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,049
The Woodlands of DentonMesquite651BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, TX

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $1.37 price per square foot Beall Way - Reed Model at Beall Way in the in the University Park neighborhood starting from $2,360. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the C1,C2 Model at 19Twenty Apartments starting at $1,430 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the University Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Beall WayBeall Way - Reed4BR,2BA$1.37
19Twenty ApartmentsC1,C23BR,2BA$1.30
Bella VistaB12BR,2BA$1.32
Struga Place2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.94
Bent Tree Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.28
The Hightone1 Bed, 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$1.43
32hundred Windsor1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40
Cooper DentonA21BR,1BA$1.26
CarismaA11BR,1BA$1.34
Central Park at Winstar Village ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.36

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Gainesville, TX

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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gainesville Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gainesville?

The cheapest apartment in Gainesville is The Village Residences which is listed at $817, while the average apartment in Gainesville costs $1,463.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 20 regular apartments in 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 Gainesville?

Cheap apartments in Gainesville have an average cost of $1,345 which is $118 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gainesville.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.