
Cheap Homes for Rent in Gainesville, FL from $500 (65 Rentals)
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4000 SW 23rd St, Unit 1206-3

4000 SW 23rd St, Unit 2203

4000 SW 23rd St, Unit 6-106

2300 SW 43rd St

3800 SW 20th Ave, Unit 405

11315 NW 34th Ave

3800 SW 20th Ave

5116 NW 21st Dr

2348 SW 34th Pl
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605 SW 75th St

611 SW 75th St

2219 SE 15th St

629 NW 10th St

1717 SW 69th Terrace

1944 NE 17th Way

6111 NW 23rd Terrace

1934 SW 69th Dr

2156 SW 70th Terrace

101 NW 7th Terrace
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2321 SW 31st Pl

2811-M2811 SW Archer Rd

3600 SW 19th Ave

4016 SW 21st Rd

1035 SW 9th St, Unit J3

7130 SW 45th Pl

710 NW 8th St

7200 SW 8th Ave, Unit D22

3002 NW 6th St

2811 SW Archer Rd

3511 SW 29th Terrace

2523 NW 6th St

843 SW 60 Terrace

6519 W Newberry Rd, Unit 602

6519 W Newberry Rd, Unit 908

507 NW 39th Rd, Unit 218

827 SW 64th Terrace, Unit D

1810 NW 23rd Blvd, Unit 248

625 SW 11th Ln

432 SE 15th St

507 NW 39th Rd, Unit 235

1003 SW 59 Terrace

7210 SW 45th Pl

7222 SW 45th Pl

1242 NW 14th Ave

6745 SW 45th Ave

3202 SW 26 Way

3924 SW 26th Dr

1700 SW 16th Ct, Unit H21

4311 SW 70th Terrace
Gainesville, FL Local Guide

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 | $1,454 | $1,000 | $2,100 |
Gainesville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,222 | $1,345 | $4,500 |
Gainesville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,654 | $505 | $5,000 |
Gainesville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,883 | $2,350 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gainesville, FL
Pricing Updated: 05/09/2025Current apartment rentals in the Gainesville, FL area range in price from $474 to $5,309 with an overall median price of $2,418. The three Gainesville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Phoenix at $510, Mill Pond at $535, and Sugarfoot at $525. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gainesville Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Phoenix | $1,254 | $510 | 275 |
Mill Pond | $1,299 | $535 | 267 |
Sugarfoot | $1,299 | $525 | 331 |
Palm Terrace | $1,460 | $634 | 130 |
Duval Heights | $1,500 | $609 | 109 |
West Gainesville | $1,530 | $525 | 472 |
Oakview | $1,550 | $634 | 259 |
Highland Court Manor | $1,600 | $634 | 206 |
Hazel Heights | $1,796 | $634 | 50 |
Debra Heights | $1,799 | $634 | 176 |
Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at 1125 SW 4th Ave in the Golfview neighborhood priced from $600. On20 Apartments in the Golfview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $650. 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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1125 SW 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom w/ Shared Common Area | 1BR, | $600 |
On20 Apartments | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $650 |
Hideaway Gainesville | 3B3BP-3 | 3BR,3BA | $669 |
Lux 13 | Geneva | 3BR,2BA | $669 |
The Crossing at Santa Fe | 3/3 Jewel Quartz | 3BR,3BA | $699 |
Oakbrook Walk | Hideaway- Classic 2 bedroom, 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $699 |
Windsor Hall | Double Joint Bath | 2BR,2BA | $725 |
Hub Gainesville 3rd Ave | 5x5 TH A | 5BR,5BA | $730 |
Museum Walk | 3-3w | 3BR,3BA | $799 |
The Hammocks By Butler | Studio Premium Renovated | Studio,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, FL
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $0.44 price per square foot 4x4 Platinum Model at Cabana Beach Gainesville in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $639. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the R - D1 - 4x4 Model at The Quarters Gainesville starting at $730 with a $0.52 price per square foot in the West Gainesville neighborhood. 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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Cabana Beach Gainesville | 4x4 Platinum | 4BR,4BA | $0.44 |
The Quarters Gainesville | R - D1 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.52 |
The Crossing at Santa Fe | 3/3 Jewel Quartz | 3BR,3BA | $0.53 |
Courtyards Student Apartments | 5 BD Flat | 5BR,1.5BA | $0.53 |
The Metropolitan Gainesville | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.82 |
University Commons | 2/1 Suite | 2BR,1BA | $0.57 |
The Enclave | 2-2u | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
Hideaway Gainesville | 2B2BP-PV3 | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
The Landings | 2/2.5 Upgrade | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.90 |
Varsity House Gainesville | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gainesville
What type of rentals are currently available in Gainesville?
There are currently 612 Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, FL with pricing that ranges from $474 to $5,309. There are also 305 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gainesville ranging from $505 to $7,650.
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 $505 to $7,650 with an average monthly rent of $2,880.
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 $579 to $3,305, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,345 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $505 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $474.
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