Best Moving Companies in Gainesville, FL
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.
Historic neighborhood with Victorian homes near UF campus.
$1,400
avg/mo 1BR
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.
Find Movers in Gainesville
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Compare Movers → Cost CalculatorGainesville 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