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Apartments for Rent in Gainesville, FL under $800


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  • 14 units available
    1 bd $800
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    Sweetwater On 16th

    3.0 (2)
    205 SE 16Th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 205 S.E. 16Th Avenue 1 Apartment for Rent
    46 units available
    1 bd $800+
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    Sweetwater On 16th

    205 S.E. 16Th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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    4 bd $735
    5 bd $705
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    4.0 (52)
    1231 SW 3Rd Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
    Fitness center • Pool • Patio/Balcony
  • 3 bd $675+
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    Spyglass Apartments

    4.5 (36)
    701 SW 62Nd Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32607
    Pet friendly • Pool • In unit laundry
  • 1 bd $550
    Base rent
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    618 NE 2 St, Unit W

    618 NE 2 St, Gainesville, FL 32601
    Cat friendly • Air conditioner
  • 7-0-city

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When were prices and availability in Gainesville, FL last updated?

Prices and availability in Gainesville, FL were last updated on 1 Nov 2026.

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What type of rental buildings are in Gainesville, FL?

In Gainesville, 62% of the residents are renting compared to 38% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 16% of Gainesville's rentals, 71% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 12% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Gainesville, FL under $800

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $800?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 65 apartments for rent in Gainesville, FL on which you’ll spend less than $800. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $800

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $800. The average rental size in Gainesville, FL is 956 Sqft, but the $800 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.