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July 2024

Spacious family-friendly home for rent!

This home for rent is in the newly developed Oak Park neighborhood within walking distance to Hitchcock's supermarket and the upcoming largest Publix in Alachua County (opening in fall 2024). This home is in excellent condition and consists of a study that can be converted to a 4th bedroom and a media area used as a children's playroom. Additionally, this house comes with a screened-in lanai overlooking a nice backyard view. 
 
Description of property and rental terms
Rent is $2550
3 bedrooms 
2 full bathroom
1994 Sq. Ft.
2 car garage 
Master Bathroom comes with a double vanity, stand-alone shower, and large relaxing tub
Available for move-in August 10
ATT Fiber Optics internet setup available

Rooms for Rent in Northwest Gainesville with easy commute to UF campus by bike or by car

Rent a single room in a shared, spacious home in a safe, beautiful and lush neighborhood less than two miles from the University of Florida, walking distance to the large Loblolly Nature reserve, and close to many stores and shops. Rooms are furnished, including beds, desks, sitting chairs, and TV connections. Renters share one full bathroom, have access to a shared sitting room, kitchen and dining area, front and back patio, shared laundry room, and approximately one acre of land. Includes driveway and on-street parking. Easy access to the bus stop to all points of interest. Pet friendly option.
$700.00 to $900.00 per month, depending on which room. Monthly cost includes all utilities (water, electric, and gas), high-speed wifi, parking, trash, recycling, etc.
 
Requirements
  • Legal form of identification
  • Background check
  • Previous reference
  • First and last month’s rent and safety deposit.
  • Guests additional $30.00 per night, three night limit.
Please contact Jonathan Edelmann with any questions or to book a showing 352-352-727-2273.

Large fully furnished pool house nested beyond a cul-de-sac on private 3 acres with proximity to the University of Florida

Our beautiful over 3000 sqft house will be available between August 15, 2024 and July 31, 2025. The house lies less than 15-minute drive from UF on a rare 3-acre lot with a large, heated pool, carport and climate-controlled garage with ample additional storage space. The house will be fully furnished with a king bed in the master bedroom with two large walk-in closets, a bedroom with a bunk bed and another one with a queen bed. The fourth bedroom is furnished as an office. The living area has tall, vaulted ceilings with floor to ceiling windows. Our spacious kitchen features a built-in fridge and dishwasher and overlooks the backyard and pool through a room-long window and French door to the pool deck. In addition, there is a 308-sqft sunroom off the pool and a tree house.

Fantastic Easily Commutable Single Family Home in Alachua/High Springs! 

Welcome to this wonderful home rental in the vibrant Oak Ridge at High Springs neighborhood! This charming single-family residence boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, thoughtfully designed offering a layout that optimizes functionality and comfort. Step inside the foyer to discover a large open living area with the perfect space for entertaining guests or relaxing with friends and loved ones. The living room boasts beautiful engineered wood floors as well. Prepare your favorite dishes in the well-appointed kitchen, equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, solid cabinets with ample storage, and an island providing additional eating space with room for 4 barstools. Off the kitchen, you'll find the dining area with doors opening to the screened-in patio. The spacious primary bedroom offers an ensuite bathroom and great walk-in closet, providing a private sanctuary for your ultimate comfort to unwind. The home also features 2 conveniently sized secondary bedrooms, ideal for guests or a home office. Enjoy the convenience of the laundry room with washer and dryer hook-ups just off the kitchen, with upper cabinet storage/shelving, ensuring organization and efficiency in your daily routines. Step outside to unwind in the tranquility of a covered front porch or relax in the screened-in back patio, surrounded by a beautifully landscaped fenced backyard with no rear neighbors. Parking is a breeze with a two-car garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage. Conveniently located between Alachua and High Springs on Hwy 441, this location makes your daily commute a breeze! Being just over 2 miles from I-75, you'll find easy access to Gainesville, Lake City, Newberry, and other neighboring towns. Only minutes from Publix and Lowes, as well as great shopping and dining. Enjoy a quick drive over to the Springs as well for all of your outdoor adventures! Don't miss out on this fantastic home! Tenant to verify room measurements and schools. Renter's insurance required. Max of 1 dog permitted, breed and size restrictions. No cats. $500 (per pet) non-refundable fee. Rent is $2,350/month. Security Deposit is $2,850. Available as of 7/1/24. Please contact Brooke Heisler with any questions 352-740-7000. Please contact Jenny Highlander to schedule a showing at 352-514-6793.

Link for photos/more info: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/16686-NW-194th-Ter-High-Springs-FL-32643/96751936_zpid/

 

June 2024

Master Bedroom located in Monticello in Mill Pond Neighborhood two miles from UF

Looking for a non-smoker, and prefer a PhD student. It is located in a quiet setting with several amenities like pool, tennis courts and natural views like two lakes, and trees. Very safe and friendly neighborhood and in close proximity to restaurants, the Oaks Mall, and Gainesville Health and Fitness. A quarter mile to the Bus Stop, and free parking spaces. Shared entrance and no guests permitted. Maximum occupancy is two (owner and tenant).

Photos and more info available on Furnish Finder: Master Bedroom for Rent | Furnished Finder
Photo updates coming soon. If you have any more questions please contact me at foreronancy52@gmail.com 

 

Summer Sublet Available

Apartment bedroom(s) available in a beautifully landscaped apt complex that includes a cutting-edge fitness center, tennis and basketball courts, and a resort-style pool deck. Looking for a housemate to sublease a room in my townhouse for the summer and possibly in the fall. Bedroom is $800 per month, which includes utilities (water, electricity, internet, and trash). The apartment is pretty much fully equipped with kitchenware, coffee machine, sofa, all of which can be used.  

Photos of both rooms for sublet are shown below in the link. If interested, feel free to message me directly, Rafael Solorzano r.solorzano@ufl.edu for more details. 

For full description and pictures, visit the link — https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1R7JwstkxSLcdgNUwfuj4g_FML-cNdHvh?usp=drive_link 

 

 

May 2024

 

Charming 1940s home on a quiet corner lot

We love this house! It's a 1940s craftsman style home in the Duckpond area, close to both campus and downtown. The home is flooded with light and full of architectural detail. Original hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, and very cozy furniture. We are currently set up with one bedroom and two offices. We love to cook and have a fully stocked kitchen. We’ll leave a small library of literature, and there’s a 55” Roku TV with sound bar. Outside is a lovely, fenced yard with deck, fire pit, and hammock. A shed in the back houses an elliptical and cruiser bike that you are free to use (as well as additional storage room). The repurposed concrete driveway fits two cars. The home is available from July 1 - December 18th, though we can be flexible as needed. Rent is $2,300/month, with internet and lawn care included. A local property manager will be available for any issues. Please contact Avi Alpert (avi.alpert@gmail.com) with any inquiries or questions. You can see photos here: https://www.airbnb.com/h/aviandanthea

 

Ideally Located Family Home in Haile Plantation

IDEAL location centrally located between all Haile amenities - Village, country club, and Hampstead park. Beautifully RENOVATED 4BR/3BA + Flex space house with a wonderful 3 way split floor plan! TONS of upgrades in this large, low maintenance house. The Great Room has high coffered ceilings, cozy fireplace w/modern tile surround & built in cabinets. FRESHLY PAINTED THROUGHOUT ALL OF INTERIOR, TONS OF TRIM WORK, NEW WIDE PLANK FARMHOUSE STYLE WOOD FLOORS ON 1ST LEVEL Huge Kitchen with bright skylight, EXOTIC NEW GRANITE, HIGH END STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES & large center island. Downstairs flex space is perfect for a study, formal dining/sitting room or play area. Screened porch for morning coffee! The MBR and MBA are large and inviting, with CROWN MOLDING, NEW GRANITE & SPACIOUS CLOSET. 2nd BR has its own entrance and BA that can be closed off for privacy making like a mother in law suite. The 2BR/1B upstairs with study area are a good size & great for kids or guests. Close to Publix Market Square, Hampstead Park Playground, the Village Center & the Haile Golf & Country Club clubhouse! Rent is $3500 per month and the lease term is 1 year (flexible). The start date is July 2024 also flexible. The home is also listed for sale.

Please see link below for photos and scope: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/3833-SW-91st-Dr-Gainesville-FL-32608/66690116_zpid/

 

Windsor Park Condo - 2 bed/2 bath UPGRADED 1st FLOOR condo near UF & Shands and on the bus route to UF! Upgrades include an updated kitchen, upgraded bathroom vanities, extra shelving, newer water heater and newer AC! The floor plan features a living/dining room combo with breakfast bar, a balcony with a storage closet off the living area, 2 spacious bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms. This unit has a POOL VIEW and is ideally located in a building near the bus stop, pool, and fitness center. Community amenities include resort style pool & spa, fitness center, basketball courts, and tennis courts. The monthly association fee pays for exterior insurance, exterior maintenance, cable and internet.

The condo is available from August 9. Rent: $1.650/month

The owner is affiliated to UF. For more information, please contact ufrentals@gmail.com

click here for photos

 

April 2024

Beautiful three-bedroom, two-bathroom house for temporary summer sublet in Duckpond, June 1-August 1
 
Three-bedroom, two-bathroom house for temporary sublet in the Duckpond neighborhood from June 1-August 1 (dates flexible, could be May 21-August 5). House is currently configured as two bedrooms with one office, with an additional office alcove adjacent to a large living room. Beautiful high ceilings, elegantly furnished, lots of plants and natural light. Fully equipped kitchen and large dining room with a table that seats 10. Crib, highchair, and changing table available if needed. Two bathrooms with bathtubs and one walk-in closet. Plant-filled courtyard with outdoor furniture and an exercise bike. Two-car garage with weights and workout equipment. Located on a very quiet and scenic street in Duckpond, just blocks from the beautiful Thomas Center and Tom Petty Park. Short commute by bike and car to UF campus and 15-minute walk from downtown Gainesville. $3500 plus utilities/month. Please contact Meg Weeks at weeksm@ufl.edu for more details. 

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ku8RFQwczvD6i_h_YuPKai2WwqrgT-ld

 

The Cabin - Efficiency ROOM RENTAL at Hibiscus Park house
 
Efficiency Room with Private Entrance and kitchenette (minifridge, microwave and small sink) available July 2024, in family home for short-term or long-term rental.  The owner is affiliated to UF. 

$750/month includes utilities, wifi, shared laundry & furniture

Included Amenities:

•    Washer and dryer inside bathroom.
•    Mini fridge, microwave, small kitchenette sink inside room.
•    Room Furniture: bed, desk and chair, dresser, foldable table, nightstand, lamps, utensils and dishes.
•    Basic Bathroom Furniture including shower curtain, bath carpet, small wood table and cart.
•    Laminated floor in bedroom, tile in bathroom.
•    Adjacent to the back porch and yard.
•    1.2 miles from Stadium (about 10 minutes bike ride)
•    0.8 miles from brand-new Publix and plaza on the intersection of SW 34th Street and University Avenue

Security deposit and 1st month’s rent due up front. Please contact Marina at ascunce@ufl.edu  for more information and photos. Available July 2024. No pets allowed. No smoker.

Large Family Home in Newberry

This 5 bedroom 5 bathroom home in Newberry is perfect for faculty with a large family. The home has a full downstairs bedroom and bathroom, an office outfitted with French doors for privacy, a large kitchen, dine-in breakfast area, large living room, and a half bath off the entryway. The upstairs has two loft play areas, 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The primary suite has a soaker tub, separate shower, massive walk-in closet, and dual vanities. This property is an easy drive down Newberry Road (which leads you straight to campus). The home is located in a new development where the largest Publix in Alachua county is currently under construction down the street. The neighborhood has parks, green space, and restaurants nearby.  Rent is $3500 per month and the lease term is 1 year. The home is also listed for sale. Please see link below for photos and scope: 

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/2152-NW-247th-Dr-Newberry-FL-32669/2053001330_zpid/

 

Downtown Gainesville Studio

Sublease starting May 1st through July 31st (dates flexible). 

Rent is $1600 including 1 parking space with option to continue the lease starting Aug 1st

Pay your rent directly with AMJ management

Downtown Gainesville studio 470 sq ft with internet and water included. Pay for electricity only. 

Studio is unfurnished but I’m willing to sell some pieces to the renter. 

Luxury downtown building with gym. Option to access Hyatt gym and pool for additional fee. 

Pets welcomed with additional fees. 

Close to UF (15min walk) restaurants, and coffee shops. Secured building with secure mail room.

Link: https://sublet.com/property/4742508

Contact: tennriley03@ufl.edu or Tennisha.Riley@gmail.com

 

 

Large Pool house for rent

Period: August 1 2024 to June 31, 2025.

Price: $3,600 per month (utilities not included)

We are spending our 2024-2025 sabbatical overseas and renting out our home in Huntington, a family-friendly neighborhood in Gainesville close to Buchholz High School and William Talbot Elementary. The house is about 3100 sq.f. and is located at a cul-de-sac ad features 3 bedrooms, a large in-law suite (with own bathroom), and 2 additional bathrooms. It also has open space containing kitchen/family room, living and dining rooms, and a separate study. The house has a screened pool (with jacuzzi) and a large pool-deck area. The kitchen has plenty of storage space and a large new inbuilt stove. This is a great house with walking distance to public transport (we commute to UF and take advantage of free public transport), Magnolia Park and several good restaurants, and short drive to the Devil’s Millhopper and San Felasco State Parks. The house is fully furnished and has a very well-equipped kitchen.  

For more information see: https://www.sabbaticalhomes.com/rental/164896

 Please contact Matchmaker Realty 352-872-5050 or email pm@matchmakerrealty.com with any questions.

 

 

 

Subletting 2 Bedroom Apartment across from UF Campus

A spacious 800 sq.ft 2 bedroom/2 bathroom apartment is up for sublease at Capstone Quarters for the 2024 summer semester. Each bedroom features a full bathroom and walk-in closet. The living room area is generous, with an open kitchen, island storage, and a dishwasher. The unit also includes an interior laundry room with newer washer and dryer. With plenty of windows, the apartment is filled with natural light, creating a cozy atmosphere. Enjoy the large front porch and ample free parking spaces. 

Conveniently located just across from campus, 2 miles to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, and less than a mile to Butler Plaza. Bus stops (1, 12, 38) are within a minute's walk from the building, and there's a nice community pool. Please check out some photos from the apartment: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNERGOPQOwVc1kbrm671QsBV8RCTWHs1g2f4ksQtfu8l5nFUBAg63iWfKGYs_ibMQ?key=TTZBQ1VqZlhra0xCU2o1WmcxNFBxUGtxSFZsZmFB

The available sublet periods are May 1 to August 15 for one room and May 15 to August 15 for the other. Monthly rent for one room is $990, or $1400 for both rooms, which includes utilities and wifi. For inquiries or more information, please contact alanger@ufl.edu.

 

 

March 2024 

2- Bedroom house with big yard

Adorable, updated two-bedroom vintage home. Lovingly cared for and updated over the last 12 years...new paint, HVAC system (2020), gas stove (2022), and washer/dryer (2023). Original white oak floors in main rooms; refinished in 2012. Home comes fully furnished with one bedroom set up as master and the second set up as an office with a daybed. Large fenced in yard, 0.33 acres with a new deck (2020), outdoor furniture, string lights and a fire pit- perfect for entertaining! A small shed houses tools and a gas mower. Walking distance to local grocer Ward's, national chains Winn-Dixie, Chipotle and Planet Fitness. Two bus routes and biking distance to UF (2.3 miles from campus). link to photos

Short term rental available during the summer months (May thru early August- end date flexible). Seeking tenants who will take care of the home as if their own.

Monthly rent includes all utilities (electric, gas, internet & trash) and furnishings: $1800.00

 

 

January 2024

Peaceful, quiet, furnished Master bedroom with private bath in house on NW side. $650 Available February 1st. 
6 miles from UF. 
Close to grocery, bus, and Everything needed including parks, creek, wooded walking trails.  
Please see link below for more info and photos 
https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/616158_1
For more info, please contact Mariah Rollins 850-661-7172 

The Cabin - Efficiency ROOM RENTAL at Hibiscus Park house 

  Efficiency Room with Private Entrance and kitchenette (minifridge, microwave and small sink) available July 2024, in family home for short-term or long-term rental.  The owner is affiliated to UF.  

$750/month includes utilities, wifi, shared laundry & furniture 

Included Amenities: 

  • Washer and dryer inside bathroom. 
  • Mini fridge, microwave, small kitchenette sink inside room. 
  • Room Furniture: bed, desk and chair, dresser, foldable table, nightstand, lamps, utensils and dishes. 
  • Basic Bathroom Furniture including shower curtain, bath carpet, small wood table and cart. 
  • Laminated floor in bedroom, tile in bathroom. 
  • Adjacent to the back porch and yard. 
  • 1.2 miles from Stadium (about 10 minutes bike ride) 
  • 0.8 miles from brand-new Publix and plaza on the intersection of SW 34th Street and University Avenue 

Security deposit and 1st month’s rent due up front. Please contact Marina at ascunce@ufl.edu for more information and photos. Available July 2024. No pets allowed. No smoker. 

November 2023

Beautiful 2/1 condo in desirable, historic Duckpond

This cool and comfortable 2nd-floor corner unit is filled with light and comfort. Located in the historic Duckpond neighborhood, you're only a short walk to the dining, arts, parks, library, and culture of downtown—less than two blocks to Gainesville's bike path network. Ride to UF, the stadium and hospitals, Innovation Hub, and Depot Park.

This second story unit, approximately 1,000sf, is fully furnished with electric, internet, water, sewer, and garbage included. The condo just went through some minor renovations and has all new upgraded furnishings, including recently installed hardwood floors. 

Rent, including utilities, is $2,000 per month. For more information, please contact Sara at (386) 365-5422 or sara.spires@att.net

Beautiful condo in desirable, historic Duckpond - Condominiums for Rent in Gainesville, Florida, United States - Airbnb
110 NE 10th Ave APT D, Gainesville, FL 32601 | Zillow


The Cabin - Efficiency ROOM RENTAL
 at Hibiscus Park house 

Efficiency Room with Private Entrance and kitchenette (minifridge, microwave and small sink) available January 5th, 2024, in family home for short-term or long-term rental.  The owner is affiliated to UF.  

$750/month includes utilities, wifi, shared laundry & furniture 

Included Amenities: 

  • Washer and dryer inside bathroom. 
  • Mini fridge, microwave, small kitchenette sink inside room. 
  • Room Furniture: bed, desk and chair, dresser, foldable table, nightstand, lamps, utensils and dishes. 
  • Basic Bathroom Furniture including shower curtain, bath carpet, small wood table and cart. 
  • Laminated floor in bedroom, tile in bathroom. 
  • Adjacent to the back porch and yard. 
  • 1.2 miles from Stadium (about 10 minutes bike ride) 
  • 0.8 miles from brand-new Publix and plaza on the intersection of SW 34th Street and University Avenue 

Security deposit and 1st month’s rent due up front. Please contact Marina at ascunce@ufl.edu for more information and photos. Available January 5th, 2024. No pets allowed. No smoker. 

 

 

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