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Highlights

  • Fully-equipped kitchens
  • Modern apartments
  • Decorative fireplace
  • Carpeted bedrooms

Location

1012 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA
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Management

CMC Apartments

Leasing office

(844) 243-9656 ext. 6115

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9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Alligator Alley presents an impressive overall experience for renters, achieving an expert rating of 8.8 and excelling in price and amenities with perfect scores of 10. Modern apartments with fully-equipped kitchens, decorative fireplaces, and carpeted bedrooms enhance the living experience. The property also enjoys a prime location, close to numerous parks, cultural venues, and fitness options, contributing to an active and vibrant lifestyle.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Alligator Alley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Alligator Alley has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Fireplace
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

Quad Apartment2 bed2 bath$1,545 /mo1 unit available
Bungalow3 bed2 bath$2,700 /mo2 units available
1107 House4 bed3 bath$3,400 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Alligator Alley

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBungalow Offers Original Hardwood Floor
CarpetCeiling Fan
Decorative FireplaceFireplace
Fully Equipped KitchenFully-Renovated Historic Home
Hardwood FloorTiled Common Area & Carpeted Bedroom
Upgraded Countertops

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryRefrigerator

Grounds

Garage ParkingOff-Street Parking
Storage

Services

On-Site Maintenance
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

No pets allowed.

Parking

Garage ParkingContact for Price

Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$200
Security Deposit. Refundable amount: 100%
Building details

Property details

Units7
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About Alligator Alley

HomeApartments in Gainesville Alligator Alley

Located near the corner of SW 10th Street and SW 1st Ave., Alligator Alley is just a short walk to the University of Florida, Sorority Row, and the Innovation District. Alligator Alley offers fully-renovated, traditional brick homes and modern apartments perfect for corporate or student housing. Choose between a house with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, or a house with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms designed with a common living area, private bathrooms, and plenty of space for any lifestyle. Enjoy the original hardwood flooring, fully-equipped kitchens, tiled common areas, carpeted bedrooms, and a decorative fireplace that these houses have to offer.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Alligator Alley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Alligator Alley has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Alligator Alley
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Alligator Alley offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Alligator Alley stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Alligator Alley is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Alligator Alley does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Alligator Alley provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 4 highest rated

Love it

Michael DeJesus

Michael DeJesus

Nov 08, 2018

They will scam you out of your deposit and then say you owe money for paint damages cleaning ect. If you question them, they sell your info to debt collectors and damage your credit or your parents. Very shady and very dirty to do this to students/ parents in our community.

Matthew Hester

Matthew Hester

Oct 03, 2024

We’re sharing just 4 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Alligator Alley is great for:

Wellness

  • 4 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 13 health/wellness centers nearby
  • 26 parks nearby

Work-from-home

  • 4 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work

Social life

  • 186 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 35 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • Area has 26 parks and recreation options
  • 83 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Alligator Alley compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Gainesville

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Alligator Alley to be 10% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Gainesville.

3-bedroom apartments at Alligator Alley cost about 35% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Gainesville.

4-bedroom apartments at Alligator Alley cost about 31% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Gainesville.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Gainesville
A table of studio rental data trends in Gainesville
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$985
October 2023$993
November 2023$1,118
December 2023$1,075
January 2024$1,075
February 2024$1,075
March 2024$1,280
April 2024$1,281
May 2024$1,419
June 2024$1,107
July 2024$1,373
August 2024$1,357
September 2024$1,342
October 2024$1,249
November 2024$1,519
December 2024$1,195
January 2025$1,519
February 2025$1,172
March 2025$1,395
April 2025$1,584
May 2025$1,541
June 2025$1,664
July 2025$1,729
August 2025$1,323
September 2025$1,068

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1012 Sw 1st Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$61,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $61,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,545.
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Schools near Alligator Alley

Carolyn Beatrice Parker Elementary School

1912 nw 5th ave

gainesville, FL, 32603

K-5Public
B-

Sidney Lanier Center

312 nw 16th ave

gainesville, FL, 32601

K-12Public

Alachua eSchool

2802 ne 8th ave

gainesville, FL, 32641

PK, K-5Public
B
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Getting around Gainesville near 1012 Sw 1st Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1012 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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