Located just a couple blocks from University Avenue, it's just a short walk to downtown, midtown, the UF campus and everywhere else you need! Please call Alligator Realty to set up a tour!
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Features include:
- Tile flooring.
- Free, included parking In peak Gainesville location.
- Easy access to campus, midtown and downtown.
120 NW 8th Street
120 NW 8th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
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Apartment building
2 beds
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
 Unit 4 2 bd, 2.5 ba | 986 | Aug 10 | $1,700 |
What's special
Neighborhood: Fifth Avenue
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Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Gainesville
Caroline Beatrice Parker Elementary
Grades K-5 • 1.1 miles3/10
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3/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Westwood Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 2.4 miles3/10
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3/10Gainesville High School
Grades 8-12 • 1.3 miles5/10
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7/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Living in Gainesville
Fifth Avenue is a historic Gainesville neighborhood near downtown, with tree-lined residential streets and a mix of older homes and newer housing. North Florida’s humid, rainy summers and mild winters shape an outdoor lifestyle through much of the year. Nearby landmarks include the Thomas Center, a restored historic building with galleries and cultural events, and the Downtown Gainesville Historic District. Local dining and coffee shops, independent stores, and downtown arts and nightlife are close at hand; the Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail offers a route for walking and cycling, while neighborhood sidewalks make short trips practical. The area’s housing and street patterns reflect Gainesville’s growth around its historic center. For the Fifth Avenue neighborhood, median rent is $3,300 per month, with a typical range of $950 to $8,088, based on 30 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 120 NW 8th Street located, and what is the neighborhood like?
120 NW 8th Street is located at 120 NW 8th St in Fifth Avenue, Gainesville, FL. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Karma Cream, Starbucks, and El Indio.
What is the average rent in Gainesville, FL?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Fifth Avenue neighborhood of Gainesville is currently $3,300 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to 120 NW 8th Street?
The schools assigned to 120 NW 8th Street include Caroline Beatrice Parker Elementary, Westwood Middle School, and Gainesville High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 120 NW 8th Street?
120 NW 8th Street is located near 6 grocery stores, including Publix (0.4 miles) and Earth Origins Market (0.4 miles). Additional shopping options, including Friends Of The Library Booksale, are approximately 0.5 miles away.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 120 NW 8th Street?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 120 NW 8th Street include UF Health Shands Hospital (1 mile away), Uf Health Heart & Vascular And Neuromedicine Hospitals (1 mile away), and UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital (1 mile away).
