What does rent look like in Gainesville?

Listings in Gainesville currently range from $829–$1228/mo.

How do I find a roommate in Gainesville?

2 people are currently looking for roommates in Gainesville. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.

What's available in Gainesville right now?

10 listings: 7 private rooms, 2 shared rooms. New places are added daily.

When should I start looking for housing in Gainesville?

Start looking 2–3 months before your semester starts. Popular areas fill up by May for August move-in and by October for January.

Can I find housing in Gainesville before I arrive?

Yes — most international students in Gainesville secure housing before they land. Browse listings, message hosts, and arrange a video tour through HomiesAbroad from anywhere in the world. Post a listing to get emailed when new rooms in Gainesville are posted. Everything is free.

Roommates & housing in Gainesville for students & professionals abroad

Rooms, apartments, roommates, and shared housing for students and professionals in Gainesville. Browse free listings and curated posts from local housing groups. Get emailed when new listings in Gainesville fit. Find a flatmate or shared apartment — completely free.

Rent range$829–$1228/moRoom typesPrivate (7)Shared (2)

Gainesville

Private room in Plano, veg kitchen available

$1,228/mo

Single room

Private room in Plano, veg kitchen available

Hebron

Available from Sep 2026Posted 2mo ago

Raj Singh

Replies to 94% · within 3h

$987/mo

Single room

Light-filled room near U Dub

Ravenna

Available from Nov 2026Posted 2mo ago

Sarah Lee

Replies to 67% · within 2h

Private room in Heights duplex, 10 min drive to Rice

$1,104/mo

Single room

Private room in Heights duplex, 10 min drive to Rice

Heights

Posted 2mo ago

Michael Smith

Replies to 93% · within 1h

Private room in Morningside Heights - Columbia

$965/mo

Single room

Private room in Morningside Heights - Columbia

Morningside Heights

Posted 2mo ago

Wei Zhang

Replies to 80% · within 2h

$955/mo

Any

Cozy studio near U-District

University District, Seattle

Available from Sep 2026Posted 2mo ago

Ryan Nguyen

Replies to 77% · within 3h

Private room in Morningside Heights, 10 min walk to campus

$829/mo

Single room

Private room in Morningside Heights, 10 min walk to campus

Morningside Heights

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Sophia Lee

Replies to 85% · within 2h

$959/mo

Single room

Private room in Charlottesville

Charlottesville

Available from Aug 2026Posted 2mo ago

Deepak Desai

Replies to 76% · within 3h

$907/mo

Shared room

Room for rent in Richardson

Richland Hills

Available from Oct 2026Posted 3mo ago

Simran Kaur

Replies to 94% · within 2h

Need a roommate for my place near campus

$995/mo

Shared room

Need a roommate for my place near campus

University Heights

Available from Jul 2026Posted 3mo ago

James Wilson

Replies to 74% · within 38m

$1,213/mo

Single room

Modern room in Fenway

Fenway

Available from Sep 2026Posted 3mo ago

Ananya Bhatt

Replies to 83% · within 4h

Frequently asked questions

What does rent look like in Gainesville?: Listings in Gainesville currently range from $829–$1228/mo.
How do I find a roommate in Gainesville?: 2 people are currently looking for roommates in Gainesville. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.
What's available in Gainesville right now?: 10 listings: 7 private rooms, 2 shared rooms. New places are added daily.
When should I start looking for housing in Gainesville?: Start looking 2–3 months before your semester starts. Popular areas fill up by May for August move-in and by October for January.
Can I find housing in Gainesville before I arrive?: Yes — most international students in Gainesville secure housing before they land. Browse listings, message hosts, and arrange a video tour through HomiesAbroad from anywhere in the world. Post a listing to get emailed when new rooms in Gainesville are posted. Everything is free.

How to find roommates & housing in Gainesville

US leases typically run 12 months with a security deposit. Never send money before a video tour and a signed lease.

Finding a roommate in Gainesville is one of the easiest ways to lower costs and settle in faster. Share your housing preferences and budget on HomiesAbroad, and connect with other people relocating to Gainesville. In-app messaging keeps your details private until you're ready to exchange them.