
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $400 (18 Rentals)
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Student | Nine31

1727 NE 17th Pl

120 SE 7th St

1947-1949 NE 16th Way

Sweetwater on 16th

Third Avenue Apartments

914 SW 8th Ave
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Downtown Gainesville, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Gainesville Studio Apartments | $1,469 | $900 | $1,839 |
Downtown Gainesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $600 | $1,950 |
Downtown Gainesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $725 | $2,581 |
Downtown Gainesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,106 | $599 | $2,511 |
Downtown Gainesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $979 | $589 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Gainesville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Gainesville area of Gainesville, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at 1125 SW 4th Ave priced from $600. Lux 13 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $669. Here are the most affordable Downtown Gainesville apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1125 SW 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom w/ Shared Common Area | 1BR, | $600 |
Lux 13 | Geneva | 3BR,2BA | $669 |
Windsor Hall | Double Joint Bath | 2BR,2BA | $725 |
Student | Nine31 | 5x5 | 5BR,5BA | $739 |
Sweetwater on 16th | 1BD/1BA -Small | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Gainesville, FL
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Gainesville area is the $1.55 price per square foot Westin Quartz Model at Cobblestone in the in the Highland Court Manor neighborhood starting from $1,979. The second greatest value Downtown Gainesville apartment is the Parkside II Townhouse Model at Parkside Apartments II starting at $1,849 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Golfview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Gainesville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cobblestone | Westin Quartz | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Parkside Apartments II | Parkside II Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.85 |
Oakbrook Walk | Oasis- BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
Hub Gainesville University | 4x2 A | 4BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Sun Bay Apartments | Model 2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Chelsea Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
Third Avenue Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Sweetwater on 16th | 1BD/1BA -Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Towne Parc Apartments | 1BED 1BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Frederick Gardens | Oasis with Enhanced Finishes | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Gainesville, Gainesville, FL
Ranked #20
Among neighborhoods in Gainesville, FL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Gainesville Neighborhood in Gainesville, FL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
98 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
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 Cheap Downtown Gainesville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Gainesville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Gainesville is at Student | Nine31 listed at $1,299.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Gainesville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Gainesville Apartment is $600 at 1125 SW 4th Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Gainesville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Gainesville is starting from $725 at Windsor Hall.
What is the most affordable Downtown Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Gainesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lux 13 and starts from $669.
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