North Florida Alachua County

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University of Florida dominates Gainesville's moving calendar. Avoid booking in late July and August — movers get booked months out during college move-in season.

Population

143,000

city proper

Avg 1BR Rent

$1,300/mo

city median

Interstate Move

$1,800–$4,800

avg 3BR cost

Cost of Living

88

index (US=100)

About Gainesville

The University of Florida in Gainesville is one of the largest universities in the US by enrollment with over 60,000 students.

Moving Costs from Gainesville

Within Florida

$600–$2,000

3-bedroom, full-service

Interstate Move

$1,800–$4,800

3-bedroom, full-service

Home Size Within FL Interstate
Studio / 1 BR $300–$1,000 $990–$2,640
2 Bedroom $450–$1,500 $1,440–$3,840
3 Bedroom $600–$2,000 $1,800–$4,800
4+ Bedroom $840–$2,800 $2,610–$6,960

Gainesville Neighborhoods

Average rents and vibes for people relocating to Gainesville.

Duck Pond Historic / Walkable

Historic neighborhood with Victorian homes near UF campus.

$1,400

avg/mo 1BR

Haile Plantation Suburban / Family

Master-planned community with a village center and top-rated schools.

$1,700

avg/mo 1BR

Best Time to Move from Gainesville

December through February — winter break and low demand period.

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Gainesville Quick Facts

County
Alachua County
Region
North Florida
Population
143,000
Median Income
$42,000
Avg 1BR Rent
$1,300/mo
Cost of Living
88 (US avg = 100)
Sunshine Hours
2,780/year

Where Gainesville Residents Move

  • → Jacksonville
  • → Tampa
  • → Orlando
  • → Tallahassee