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Gainesville, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gainesville, TX

Pricing Updated: 05/22/2026

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$1,0574
Main Street Gainesville$1,463$1,0574

Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village Residences in the Paloma Creek South neighborhood priced from $817. Struga Place in the University Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gainesville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Village Residences1/1 Bedroom Move-in Special! $163 off each mont...1BR,1BA$817
Struga Place2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$895
Central Park at Winstar Village ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$900
Shaw HouseMyrtle1BR,1BA$916
CarismaA21BR,1BA$919

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, TX

As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $1.44 price per square foot Beall Way - Reed Model at Beall Way in the in the University Park neighborhood starting from $2,480. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the Goodwin Model at Audra Townhomes starting at $1,999 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Paloma Creek South 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$1.44
Audra TownhomesGoodwin4BR,2.5BA$1.23
The Hightone2 Bed, 2 Bath B2BR,2BA$1.36
19Twenty ApartmentsC1,C23BR,2BA$1.34
Struga Place2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.94
Bent Tree Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.06
32hundred Windsor1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40
Bella VistaA11BR,1BA$1.41
CarismaA11BR,1BA$1.36
Central Park at Winstar Village ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.36

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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

Ranked #277

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gainesville

What type of rentals are currently available in Gainesville?

There are currently 59 Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, TX with pricing that ranges from $817 to $3,179. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gainesville ranging from $895 to $6,000.

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 $895 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,085.

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 $1,300 to $2,892, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,575 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,332.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.