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  1. Building Photo - Ava Oakwood
    $225 Off
    Price Drop. $225 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,381+
    1 BED
    $1,501+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,275 - $1,770
    Required Monthly Fees$105
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,380 - $1,875

    Ava Oakwood

    6000 Ava Ave, Gainesville, GA 30504
    (470) 665-3493
  2. Building Photo - Prose Gainesville
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $1,464+
    2 BEDS
    $1,693+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,346 - $1,700
    Required Monthly Fees$118
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,464 - $1,818

    Prose Gainesville

    900 Mountaintop Ave, Gainesville, GA 30501
    (470) 822-8353
  11. Good Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,440+
    1 BED
    $1,535+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,350 - $1,735
    Required Monthly Fees$89
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,439 - $1,824

    Solis Gainesville

    1000 Rea Dr, Gainesville, GA 30501
    (470) 691-5177
  15. $193 Off
    Price Drop. $193 Off
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    1 BED
    $1,496
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,234 - $1,704
    Required Monthly Fees$262
    Total Monthly Price$1,496 - $1,966

    Arden

    900 Great Forest Way, Oakwood, GA 30566
    (678) 383-1566
  16. Building Photo - The Everly
    STUDIO
    $1,520+
    1 BED
    $1,511+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,421 - $1,561
    Required Monthly Fees$90
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,511 - $1,651

    The Everly

    1000 Everly Way, Gainesville, GA 30501
    (470) 768-9395
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Gainesville at a Glance

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Gainesville, GA Apartments for Rent

Gainesville offers a compelling mix of mountain views and lakeside living, with the Blue Ridge foothills as its backdrop and Lake Lanier at its doorstep. The city carries two distinctive titles - the "Queen City of the Mountains" and the "Poultry Capital of the World" - reflecting both its scenic location and thriving poultry processing industry. When searching for apartments for rent in Gainesville, you'll discover everything from waterfront properties to downtown apartment communities near the historic square, where restored buildings now house local shops and restaurants. With one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,331, the city provides affordable housing options that balance small-town charm with easy access to outdoor adventures and cultural spots like the Smithgall Arts Center and Quinlan Visual Arts Center.

Renting in Gainesville makes sense for anyone who wants affordability paired with quick access to both nature and city conveniences. Downtown offers walkable dining and shopping, while Lake Lanier delivers year-round boating, fishing, and water sports just minutes from home. The city's I-985 connection to Atlanta works perfectly for commuters who prefer a more relaxed lifestyle outside the metro area. Major employers include Northeast Georgia Medical Center and the robust poultry industry, while the University of North Georgia and Brenau University bring educational opportunities and cultural energy to the area. Getting around is simple with the Red Rabbit bus system, and the Amtrak station on the Crescent line opens up additional travel possibilities for residents.

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North Hall High School

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East Forsyth High School

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Johnson High School

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Chestatee High School

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East Hall High School

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North Hall Middle School

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South Hall Middle School

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East Hall Middle School

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Chestatee Middle School

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Gainesville Middle School

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