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Highlights

  • Modern kitchen
  • Washer/dryer hook-ups
  • Stainless appliances
  • Lvp flooring
  • Recently remodeled apartment
  • Quality living experience

Location

7215 Sw 42nd Pl, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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Management

Associates Realty Services Inc, - Stefanie J

Leasing office

(352) 372-7755

Property Overview

Melwani offers strong value and convenience, with a 7.9 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent price and amenities scores, and a highly rated location. Recent remodeling, a modern kitchen, stainless appliances, LVP flooring, and washer/dryer hook-ups add to a quality living experience, while nearby schools and strong value for money further support its appeal.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

7.9
Very Good
Melwani is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath875 sqft$1,150 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to your new home in Gainesville, FL! This recently remodeled 2-bedroom apartment off Tower Road in SW Gainesville is ready to meet your living needs! The apartment features a single, well-appointed bathroom and a modern kitchen equipped with stainless appliances. The living spaces are enhanced by LVP flooring, adding a touch of elegance and durability to your home. Additionally, the apartment comes with washer/dryer hook-ups, providing you with the convenience of doing laundry within your own space. This apartment combines comfort, style, and practicality, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a quality living experience in Gainesville. Pets Considered case by case

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Amenities for Melwani

Apartment Amenities

LVP FlooringWasher/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryStainless Steel Appliances
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About Melwani

HomeApartments in Gainesville Melwani

Welcome to your new home in Gainesville, FL! This recently remodeled 2-bedroom apartment off Tower Road in SW Gainesville is ready to meet your living needs! The apartment features a single, well-appointed bathroom and a modern kitchen equipped with stainless appliances. The living spaces are enhanced by LVP flooring, adding a touch of elegance and durability to your home. Additionally, the apartment comes with washer/dryer hook-ups, providing you with the convenience of doing laundry within your own space. This apartment combines comfort, style, and practicality, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a quality living experience in Gainesville. Pets Considered case by case


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
Melwani is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Melwani
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Melwani is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A 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.
Melwani goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including in-unit laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Melwani receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Melwani 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 Melwani 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.
Melwani 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.

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 Melwani compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 3 miles away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Gainesville

2-bedroom apartments at Melwani cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Gainesville.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Gainesville
A table of studio rental data trends in Gainesville
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,333
October 2025$1,614
November 2025$1,660
December 2025$1,712
January 2026$1,667
February 2026$1,503
March 2026$1,278
April 2026$1,265
May 2026$1,136
June 2026$1,057

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Can I afford to live at 7215 Sw 42nd Pl?

Bedrooms

2 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

$46,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near Melwani

Kimball Wiles Elementary School

4601 sw 75th st

gainesville, FL, 32608

PK, K-5Public
A-

P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School at the University of Florida

1200 sw 6th st

gainesville, FL, 32601

K-12Public
A

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

Levy Virtual Instruction (Course Offerings)

480 marshburn dr

bronson, FL, 32621

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Gainesville near 7215 Sw 42nd Pl

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 7215 Sw 42nd Pl, Gainesville

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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