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3519 Nw 53rd Ter, Gainesville, FL 32606
Air conditioning | Ceiling fan | Fireplace
3 beds
2 baths
$1,875
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Mill Pond townhouse for rent in Gainesville
356 Nw 48th Blvd #1, Gainesville, FL 32607
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$1,700
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Available Sep 6
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Townhouse for rent in Gainesville
6519 W Newberry Rd #1, Gainesville, FL 32605
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,400
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Available Jun 22
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With two institutes of higher education nearby, Gainesville is a great spot to lease a pad – from small studio apartments to four bedroom houses for rent, G–ville has plenty of options for you to find your ideal abode. Welcome home!
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Whenever a Floridian hears the term "Go Gators" they automatically think of Gainesville, home to the University of Florida's football team the Gators. The city of Gainesville also boasts a lively downtown area with ample shopping, dining, cultural events and nightlife. The area surrounding the picturesque town is a nature lover's paradise with abundant outdoor activities. Gainesville has more than 600 crystal clear freshwater lakes and springs that residents and visitors can enjoy year round.
Ample sunshine, cost of living and amenities all combine to make Gainesville an extremely livable area. The city has a thriving and expanding population of approximately 265,000 residents. The University of Florida has around 50,000 students and the Santa Fe College has approximately 17,000 attendees. In addition to having the two thriving higher education campuses, the city also has a number of employers such as the Nationwide and Tower Hill Insurance Group, biotech firm RTI Biologics, and the engineering firm CH2M Hill. Premium, world-class medical care also draws young and old to the city. The VA Medical Center and Shands, a UF teaching hospital, have reputations as two of the best medical facilities in the United States. The combination of higher education opportunities, low cost of living, job selection, diverse activities and pleasant weather throughout the year will all make you want to call Gainesville home.
Gainesville, FL, is characterized by its vibrant atmosphere, with residents enjoying the array of local parks, markets, and cultural events that enrich daily life. Many appreciate the strong presence of the University of Florida, which adds a youthful energy and provides various educational and entertainment options. While dining and nightlife are generally praised, some locals express concerns over traffic and parking issues, particularly during the school year, which can affect overall convenience in navigating the city.
Gainesville's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200 per month, while 2-bedroom units rent for around $1,400 per month. These figures reflect current pricing across the city's diverse rental inventory.
March offers the lowest rental prices in Gainesville, with rents approximately 3.8% lower than July peak pricing. December presents the least competitive rental market with lower overall demand, while July sees the highest rents and most competition among renters.
Highland Court Manor and Duval generate the highest consumer interest, with 1-bedroom apartments at around $1,350 per month. For social renters, Porters Community, Grove Street, Pleasant Street, and Fifth Avenue offer excellent walkability and urban amenities with abundant restaurants and quality transit options.
Stephen Foster offers 1-bedroom apartments for around $1,130 per month, which is 7% below the city median. Duckpond provides even greater savings at around $1,110 per month, representing 8% below the median, while Phoenix offers the most affordable option with a median rent of around $1,060.
Gainesville offers strong pet accommodation with 48% of rental listings welcoming pets. Springhill, Kirkwood, Grove Street, and Madison Park provide the best pet-friendly environments, featuring outdoor spaces, pet-safe windows, and unrestricted pet policies along with convenient access to dog parks and grooming services.
Utilities are rarely included in Gainesville rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of total listings across all apartment types. One-bedroom apartments show the highest rate of utility inclusion at 0.05% of listings, while other bedroom types include utilities in even fewer properties.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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