Alachua, FL

179 Apartments for Rent

Like to read? The highly regarded Alachua County newspaper Alachua County Today is headquartered here and provides news coverage for the entire county. And the popular magazine Good Life Community is also headquartered in Alachua, covering all the northern communities in the county.

Alachua is a small suburban city that's considered a part of the greater Gainesville, Florida metro area. At the time of the 2010 U.S. Census, the population was just a shade over 9,000 residents. It's a thriving community just a short distance from the major city of Gainesville. With plenty of parks and lakes in and around the community, just grab your sunscreen and come prepared to enjoy Florida's mild climate.

Moving to Town

Looking for apartments for rent in Alachua, Florida? You'll find that home for rent or an apt for rent here. There are also townhouses for rent available. Just be sure to give yourself at least a month to find a rental in this community. Check online listings and the local paper, and check out the streets of town on foot or by car to find the best spot for you. Be sure to come equipped with the kind of information most landlords require: your ID, credit report, and bank statements or W2s.

Neighborhoods

Balmy temperatures and many recreational opportunities are just two of the perks of living in Alachua. You can get along fine with or without a car of your own here because there are multiple bus stops and routes within the community of Alachua.

Sage Boulevard: The ideal spot for those who enjoy being able to spend time in the great outdoors at locations such as Burnett's Lake recreation area and the scenic Turkey Creek. Here you can find a nice mix of both rental apartments and family homes.

Peggy Road: This is a great spot for fans of a more rural feeling neighborhood. Close to downtown, it still has more green space between homes which are primarily single family residences and mobile homes.

Main Street: This centrally located neighborhood is ideal for those who enjoy access to many community amenities such as the farmer's market, Alachua restaurants, downtown shops, and the nearby community center. You can easy find a great number of apartments of all sizes.

Life in Alachua

If you're a nature lover, you will love Alachua's San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park for hiking, biking, picnicking, and camping with a reservation in the spring and summer months. Adjacent to Alachua, you'll find bucolic River Rise State Park provides the perfect backdrop for hiking, biking, and picnicking as well. This scenic and suburban community offers convenient proximity to some of the most beautiful water recreation areas in the county. Nearby Sunshine Lake, Burnett's Lake, Monteocha Recreation Area, and county streams provide ideal recreation all year 'round. Dive on in! Get ready for humidity though, winters can be rainy, and warm summers will make your hair curl. But you can leave that parka at home -- you won't find any snow coming your way.