
Cheap Homes for Rent in Gainesville, MO from $500 (8 Rentals)
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1326 E 9th St

3869 CR 5640

410 Walker St

620 S Sycamore St

213 S Thayer Ave

1811 Central Blvd

121 Toni Ln
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Gainesville, MO 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 | $1,260 | $500 | $3,800 |
Gainesville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,572 | $500 | $2,000 |
Gainesville 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Gainesville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gainesville, MO is a Studio unit found at The Heights Apartments priced from $450. Breckenridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $545. 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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The Heights Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $450 |
Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 1 Bed 1 Bath with W/D Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $545 |
Plato's Cave - Branson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, MO and Nearby
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gainesville area is the $0.67 price per square foot 1501 Model at 2700 Burke Ave in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Gainesville apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Ridgecrest Apartments starting at $850 with a $0.72 price per square foot in the Vista Ridge 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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2700 Burke Ave | 1501 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.67 |
Ridgecrest Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.72 |
Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
Southernwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments | Ozark 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment Available! | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 2 Bed 2 Bath with W/D Hookup | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Ozark Plantation | 2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Quail Ridge East Apartments | Quail Ridge 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Tara Apartments | 2 bedroom apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
The Heights Apartments | Small Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gainesville
What type of rentals are currently available in Gainesville?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, MO with pricing that ranges from $400 to $1,915. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gainesville ranging from $500 to $15,000.
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 $500 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,733.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.