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1000 SW 62nd Blvd,
Gainesville, FL 32607
$1,450 - $1,995
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 December 2025, the average apartment rent in Gainesville, FL is $976 for a studio, $1,251 for one bedroom, $1,530 for two bedrooms, and $1,800 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Gainesville has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,251/month
678 Sq Ft
House
$2,282/month
1,456 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,374/month
993 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,464/month
1,144 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 10.7% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $976 - $1,800. You can expect to pay 1.4% less for groceries, 4.4% less for utilities, and 6.0% more for transportation.
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Transportation
51
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
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.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
71
Very Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
775 Students
P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School
Public
Grades K-12
1,287 Students
Public
Grades K-5
848 Students
William S. Talbot Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
631 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
706 Students
P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School
Public
Grades K-12
1,287 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,094 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
961 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
709 Students
Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School
Public
Grades PK-12
271 Students
P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School
Public
Grades K-12
1,287 Students
Public
Grades 5 & 9-12
2,540 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,873 Students
Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School
Public
Grades PK-12
271 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,220 Students
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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 November 2025.