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- 1–2 Bedrooms
- $1,025–$1,200Available Unit Pricing
- 750–950Square Feet
About Sun Bay Apartments
Sun Bay is located on 18 rolling acres just over ½ mile to UF campus. Full of beautiful well-landscaped courtyards, our boutique community is quiet and serene, Sun Bay is perfect for the students and small families looking for affordable 1-2 bedroom apartments. Come enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and see why Sun Bay is Gainesville’s hidden gem.
Sun Bay Apartments is located in the University Heights South Neighborhood and 32601 Zip code of Gainesville, FL. This community is professionally managed by Sun Island Properties Gainesville
Property Contact Info
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
Sun Bay Apartments offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,025 and having 750–950 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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From $1,025
Model 1.1
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 750 sq ftAvailable NowAvailability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,025 Available Now 708-113 750 $1,050 Available Now 710-103 750 $1,025 Available Now 712-212 750 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Model Rent and Fees
Price Range
- $1,025 - $1,050
Available Unit Pricing
- $1,025 - $1,050
Unit 708-113 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Unit 708-113 Rent and Fees
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- $1,025
Model Rent and Fees
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- $1,025 - $1,050
Unit 710-103 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Unit 710-103 Rent and Fees
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- $1,050
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,025 - $1,050
Unit 712-212 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Unit 712-212 Rent and Fees
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- $1,025
Model Rent and Fees
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- $1,025 - $1,050
Apartment Unit: 708-113Apartment Model: Model 1.1$1,0251 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 750 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 710-103Apartment Model: Model 1.1$1,0501 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 750 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 712-212Apartment Model: Model 1.1$1,0251 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 750 sq ftAvailable Now2 Bedrooms
From $1,200
Model 2.1
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 950 sq ftAvailable NowAvailability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,200 Available Now 712-208 950 $1,200 Available Now 712-302 950 $1,200 Available Now 700-116 950 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,200
Unit 712-208 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Unit 712-208 Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,200
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,200
Unit 712-302 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Unit 712-302 Rent and Fees
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- $1,200
Model Rent and Fees
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- $1,200
Unit 700-116 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Wi-Fi
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Unit 700-116 Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,200
Model Rent and Fees
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- $1,200
Apartment Unit: 712-208Apartment Model: Model 2.1$1,2002 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 950 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 712-302Apartment Model: Model 2.1$1,2002 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 950 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 700-116Apartment Model: Model 2.1$1,2002 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 950 sq ftAvailable Now
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
Schedule a Tour
Call us at: (352) 770-1568 to schedule a tour.
Property Information
- 360 Units
- 3 Stories
- Built in 1965
Lease Terms
- 12 Month
Utilities Included
- Trash Removal
- Sewer
- Air Conditioning
- Water
- Cable
- Gas
- Heat
Pet Policy
Pet Policy - Cats
- Cats Allowed
- $100 Fee
- 2 Pet Limit
- $10 Monthly Pet Rent
Pet Policy - Dogs
- Dogs Allowed
- $20 Monthly Pet Rent
- 2 Pet Limit
- $200 Fee
- 50 Lb Weight Limit
- Aggressive Breeds Will Need To Contact Us.$200 Fee For Dogs Less Than 25lbs.$400 Fee For Dogs Between 25lbs And 50lbs.
No Brontosauruses Allowed
Pet policies can vary depending on the type of pet. Find out if we accept your pets!
Parking Fees & Info
Parking Surface
- 1 Space. Parking Available
Fee & Deposit Info
One-Time Fees
- $100 Application Fee
3D Tours
1BR, 1BA - 750SF
2BR, 1BA - 950SF
2BR, 1BA - 950SF
Features and Amenities
Unique Amenities
- Community Events
- Duck Pond
On-Site Services
- Maintenance On Site
- Property Manager On Site
- Laundry Service
- Laundry Facilities
Community Features
- Walk Up
Outdoor Features
- Grill
- Fenced Lot
- Pond
- Picnic Area
- Courtyard
- Patio
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
- Pool
Interior Features
- Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Air Conditioning
- Wi Fi
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Smoke Free
Kitchen Amenities
- Disposal
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
Living Area Features
- Walk In Closets
- Vinyl Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Dining Room
Student Features
- Walk To Campus
Map
708 SW 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
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Hours and Contact Info
Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
| Monday | 8:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Thursday | 8:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Friday | 8:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Getting Around
Walk Score®
25 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sun Bay Apartments
Where is Sun Bay Apartments located?
Sun Bay Apartments is located at 708 SW 16th Ave near the University Heights South area of Gainesville, FL
What is the current rent range at Sun Bay Apartments?
1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Sun Bay Apartments currently range from $1,025 to $1,200
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for Sun Bay Apartments are
- Monday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
- Tuesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
- Wednesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
- Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
- Friday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Are pets allowed?
Yes. Pets are allowed at Sun Bay Apartments. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.
Lifestyle Ratings
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Cozy, Convenient, & Cost Affordable
January 22, 2025I lived at Sun Bay Apartments for over a year, and I can’t say enough good things about it. The location is super convenient—I could walk to the grocery store and bike to campus in no time. My apartment itself was cozy, and for the price, you really get a lot of space. It felt like a real home, not just another rental. Yes, the complex is older but if you’re looking for a comfortable and affordable place in Gainesville, Sun Bay is definitely worth checking out!Review from Apartments.com
Go live somewhere nicer and get a roommate
January 4, 2025Here, for free, you get to hear and smell other people’s nonsense 24/7 because it’s so poorly insulated. You might as well get roommates and live somewhere nicer if you like dealing with that. You’ll at least have people who are helping you pay rent while dealing with the noises and smells all day.Review from Apartments.com
Close to Campus for an affordable price
May 2, 2024The staff here are extremely friendly and helpful. They respond very quickly to service calls, most of the time its same day. They do fun events to make it feel like a family atmosphere. The best part is that it is walking distance to UF campus! It has been fun living here for the past 2 years.Review from Apartments.com
Review
April 25, 2024It is comfortable, at good cost and it is near campus and downtownReview from Apartments.com
Affordable and spacious
November 20, 2023I absolutely love living here! Great vibes, it's cozy, and the location is perfect. The staff is incredibly attentive, always taking care of maintenance promptly. Even though the buildings are a bit older, they are well kept, as recent renovations on the roof and flooring have made it even better. I also love the community events they host often, definitely recommend it.Review from Apartments.com
Best prices and great management
August 20, 2020I rented a 2/1 for two years and lived very happily. The common spaces are beautiful and well kept. We didn't have much problem with roaches, but when we did, the office arranged extra pest control sessions and that took care of the issue. Internet worked perfectly with two people in video conferences all day during the pandemic, and it is only $30. If you have any issues or need extra, you can add a line for another $30, but even with two people streaming we didn't see the need.Review from Apartments.com
RUN AS FAST AS YOU CAN!!!!!
May 23, 2019I went to look at the models of the 1 and 2 bedroom. It was dead roaches everywhere. Then I looked in the bathroom and it was 2 roaches playing in the shower. The buildings are old and the walls are very thin.Review from Apartments.com
NO INTERNET - no AT&T, no Comcast, and their personal service cuts out often - download speed only 9-10
April 13, 2016Do not move here - OLD buildings so: you hear everything from your neighbors’ lives and you always have an audience – super creepy (going to sleep to your neighbor snoring, waking up to your other neighbors video games), the floorboards sag over the beams enough to crack the tiles, the a/c (yours and your neighbors’) sound like metal rods in the dryer, the cabinets crumble shavings all over your cookware (I have enough dishes already!), NO outlets in the bathroom, AND you cannot get reliable ...internet – not at&t, not comcast can service these old buildings. Sun Bay offers its own, but under 10 is the fastest possible and it cuts out. A LOT. like every day. The office’s answer? Oh, there is no more clean air space with all the devices. Streaming does not happen without a LOT of buffering even if their internet is working, a frustrating nightmare! But its nothing to the rage of trying to get academic work done without internet – living here could ruin everything! They insist that you put a decal on your car advertising for Sun Bay. It is downright stupid to drive around telling everyone where you live, especially in a town with petty crime. The laundry facilities are not well maintained. There is always something broken. We have 2 washers and 2 dryers in this building, and since last August, I cannot remember a time when they all 4 worked. Old plumbing in the bathroom – the tub keeps leaking hot water, which is making the apartment even more humid and is certainly costing me in electricity. They fixed it once,2nd time it took them 2 weeks to send someone back, they need to order something, and a couple more weeks - it’s still leaking. The insulation has disintegrated, the windows don’t seal, the appliances are old (when I have the oven on, a pan on top of the stove gets too hot to touch!), saving 50-75 dollars on rent? No, higher electric bill. Another thing they don’t tell you, (they just put it in the lease agreement) is that there is lead paint in the buildings and a buildup of radon radiation inside them – this occurs naturally, but still should be remediated for your health. Sure, the office staff is super nice, so is the grounds staff. The lake and the ducks are gorgeous! BUT, a pretty view and a compensating staff only make up for so much stress from all the nonsense and extra expense!Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Nearby Schools
Eastside High School
Alachua
1201 Southeast 43rd Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1220 Students)
In Attendance Zone8 minute drive / 3.9 miles away
Abraham Lincoln Middle School
Alachua
1001 Southeast 12th Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (709 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School
Alachua
1250 Northeast 18th Avenue
Public School - Grades PK-5 (478 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.6 miles away
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Sun Bay Apartments.
Big Box and Retail
Walgreens
1170 E University Ave
4 minute drive / 1.46 miles away
Goodwill
1223 NW 23rd Ave
5 minute drive / 2.36 miles away
Lowe's
2564 NW 13th St
5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Whole Foods
3440-3490 SW Archer Rd
6 minute drive / 2.94 miles away
Publix
3100 SW 35th Blvd
6 minute drive / 3.13 miles away
Aldi
3003 Clark Butler Blvd
6 minute drive / 3.26 miles away
Hospitals
Uf Health Shands Cancer Hospital
1600 Sw Archer Rd
2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
North Florida Regional Medical Center
6500 Newberry Rd
10 minute drive / 5.09 miles away
Shopping Centers
Sun Bay Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 1.0 miles.
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainesville Studio Apartments | $1,366 | $849 | $1,839 |
| Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $825 | $2,880 |
| Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $689 | $3,745 |
| Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $589 | $6,435 |
| Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $963 | $489 | $2,507 |
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