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1000 SW 62nd Blvd,
Gainesville, FL 32607
$1,350 - $1,850
2-4 Beds
Gainesville
Gainesville, FL Area Guide
A top-notch college town and a cultural wellspring for North Central Florida
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Gainesville, Florida combines natural beauty with a dynamic community atmosphere. Home to the University of Florida, the city offers both educational opportunities and recreational activities. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,238 per month, representing a 1.8% annual increase. The rental market includes options throughout the city, from communities near campus to established neighborhoods like Duck Pond with its historic homes and tree-lined streets. Haile Plantation offers suburban living with walking trails and community spaces.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park, featuring a 120-foot-deep sinkhole with wooden boardwalks and educational exhibits. The Sweetwater Wetlands Park provides walking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities across 125 acres of restored wetlands. Downtown's historic Hippodrome State Theatre anchors the cultural district, which hosts the annual Downtown Festival and Art Show. The University of Florida campus brings NCAA sporting events and performances to the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Gainesville's extensive tree canopy, covering 47% of the city, creates naturally shaded streets and parks, contributing to the city's recognition as a "Tree City USA" since 1982.
Explore the City
In Gainesville, everyone is a Gators fan
The historic Hippodrome State Theatre, originally a courthouse, was built in 1911
Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park includes a 120-foot-deep sinkhole
The University of Florida provides Gainesville residents with a variety of sports events
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Gainesville, FL is $974 for a studio, $1,262 for one bedroom, $1,520 for two bedrooms, and $1,803 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Gainesville has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,262/month
681 Sq Ft
House
$2,271/month
1,447 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,428/month
974 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,569/month
1,114 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Gainesville, FL is 1.2% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Gainesville is 10.5% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $975 - $1,802. You can expect to pay 1.1% less for groceries, 4.4% less for utilities, and 6.1% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Gainesville, FL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
51
/ 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Minimal Transit
1
/ 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
71
/ 100
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
William S. Talbot Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School
Public
Grades K-12
Expressions Learning Arts Academy
Public
Grades K-5
Public
Grades K-5
P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades 6-8
Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School
Public
Grades PK-12
P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades 9-12
Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School
Public
Grades PK-12
Public
Grades K-5 & 9-12
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Alfred A. Ring Park
- Univ of Florida Observatory
- Loblolly Woods Nature Park
- Morningside Nature Center
- McGuire Center for Lepidoptera & Biodiversity
Military Bases
Airports
- Gainesville Regional
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.