Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights South Neighborhood of Gainesville, FL from $500 (20 Rentals)

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414 NE 5th Ave

GainesvilleFL32601
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Midtown
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown

104 NW 17th StGainesville, FL 32603
Student Housing
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St. Croix
2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Croix

829 SW 5th AveGainesville, FL 32601
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Campus Point
1 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Point

1035 SW 9th StGainesville, FL 32601
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1212 SW 5th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1212 SW 5th Ave

1212 SW 5th AveGainesville, FL 32601
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The 400 Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

The 400 Apartments

400 NW 1st AveGainesville, FL 32601
Senior Living
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Arbor Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Lofts

1824 NW 3rd PlGainesville, FL 32603
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Scarlett House
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Scarlett House

125 NW 10th StGainesville, FL 32601
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Wisteria Downs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wisteria Downs

405 SE 2nd AveGainesville, FL 32601

University Heights South, Gainesville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights South area of Gainesville, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Windsor Hall priced from $725. Student | Nine31 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable University Heights South apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Windsor HallDouble Joint Bath2BR,2BA$725
Student | Nine315x55BR,5BA$739
Arbours at Tumblin Creek - Active 55+ Adult CommunityGator I1BR,1BA$745
Hub Gainesville 3rd Ave4x3 B4BR,3BA$860
College ManorStudioStudio,1BA$914

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights South, FL

As of March 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights South area is the $1.28 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at 201 NW 10th St in the in the Golfview neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value University Heights South apartment is the 5 BD Flat Model at Courtyards Student Apartments starting at $685 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Golfview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
201 NW 10th St4 Beds, 2 baths4BR,2BA$1.28
Courtyards Student Apartments5 BD Flat5BR,1.5BA$0.53
Williamsburg Village Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.26
Hub Gainesville University4x2 A4BR,2BA$0.99
1125 SW 4th Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Sun Bay ApartmentsModel 1.11BR,1BA$1.37
The CommonsOne Bedroom Premium1BR,1BA$1.58
Arbor ParkHolly1BR,1BA$1.61
Arbours at Tumblin Creek - Active 55+ Adult CommunityGator I1BR,1BA$1.05
Scarlett House2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights South, Gainesville, FL

Ranked #19

Among neighborhoods in Gainesville, FL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the University Heights South Neighborhood in Gainesville, FL

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

89 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights South Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Heights South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Heights South is at College Manor listed at $914.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights South Apartment is $745 at Arbours at Tumblin Creek - Active 55+ Adult Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Heights South Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights South is starting from $725 at Windsor Hall.

What is the most affordable University Heights South Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Heights South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Student | Nine31 and starts from $879.

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