Students at the University of Florida know how important the location is when it comes to choosing an apartment in Gainesville. Especially if you’re in a Greek organization, it might be a priority for you to live near fraternity or sorority row.
Whether you’re walking to the house for lunch, meeting up with friends to study or attending a chapter meeting, living at an apartment close to your sorority or fraternity house can be a daily convenience for those in Greek life.
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As one of the closest new apartments to UF, just north of sorority row near 13th and University, Sweetwater is only half a block from campus and Warrington College of Business. While we’re confident that with our central location near UF campus, numerous floor plan options, and top-notch amenities, Sweetwater has something that can satisfy almost any student’s housing needs.
However, we understand the importance of making an educated housing decision. To help you properly weigh your options, we’ve created this list of five student apartments in Gainesville that are walking distance or a short drive from UF sorority row.
5 Closest Student Apartments near Sorority Row UF
Estates at Sorority Row
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Address: 825 SW 11th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
Distance to Sorority Row: 2-minute walk
Year Built: 2010
Quick facts:
- Monthly rent price range: $800-$1600
- Floor plan options: Studio, 1×1, 2×2, 3×3 Flat, 3×3 Townhouse
- Pet friendly?: No
One of the closest apartments to sorority row, Estates at Sorority Row is just across the street from many Greek houses. It’s also a short walk to UF campus. Estates at Sorority Row has both one- and two-story floor plans, and it has features such as a landscaped central courtyard, sound-insulated construction and bay windows.
The Row
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Address: 407 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32601
Distance to Sorority Row: 8-minute walk
Year Built: 2022
Quick facts:
- Monthly rent price range: $1000-$1600
- Floor plan options: 2×2, 3×2, 3×3, 4×3, 4×4, 5×3
- Pet friendly?: Yes
Located just up the street from sorority row, The Row is also located steps away from the eastern edge of UF campus. The Row has a first-floor retail space, fitness center, resort-style pool deck and study rooms. Opened in 2022, The Row also has Latch Smart Entry technology that allows residents to open their front door with either a passcode or their smartphone.
Lark
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Address: 1245 SW 11th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
Distance to Sorority Row: 7-minute walk
Year Built: 2018
Quick facts:
- Monthly rent price range: $850-$1600
- Floor plan options: 1×1, 2×2, 3×3, 4×4, 5×5
- Pet friendly?: Yes
Just down the street from sorority row, Lark is located near the southeast edge of campus and is about a 20-30 minute walk from class. There are also many walking and biking trails near the property that lead to Depot Park. Built in 2018, amenities at Lark include a resort-style pool and hot tub, two-story fitness center and a mini bowling alley.
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The Griffin
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Address: 1139 SW 11th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
Distance to Sorority Row: 8-minute walk
Year Built: 2022
Quick facts:
- Monthly rent price range: $900-$1800
- Floor plan options: 1×1, 2×2, 3×3, 4×4, 5×5, 4×4.5, 5×5.5, 6×6.5
- Pet friendly?: Yes
Like Lark, The Griffin is also located on the southeast side of campus on 11th Ave. They offer several modern amenities, including a pool with a tanning ledge and cabanas, a poolside TV lounge with grills, study lounges, 24/7 fitness center, and Amazon package lockers. They also provide a free shuttle to UF campus for class.
Wildflower
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Address: 1210 SW 11th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
Distance to Sorority Row: 10-minute walk
Year Built: 2007
Quick facts:
- Monthly rent price range: $1550-$2570
- Floor plan options: 1×1, 1×1 Loft, 2×2, 2×2 Loft, 3×2, 3×2 Loft
- Pet friendly?: Yes
A quick walk or short drive away from sorority row, Wildflower is located just off 13th Street near the eastern edge of UF campus. These apartments have one- to three-bedroom units with both lofted and single-level layouts. Wildflower is home to various community amenities such as a fitness center, study center, hot spa, resort style pool, and clubhouse area.
Tuscana Luxury Apartments
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Address: 811 SW 8 St, Gainesville, FL 32601
Distance to Sorority Row: 5-minute walk
Year Built: 2015
Quick facts:
- Monthly rent price range: $800-$1600
- Floor plan options: Studio, 1×1, 2×2, 3×3, 4×3, 4×4, 5×5
- Pet friendly?: No
A short walk from sorority row, Tuscana Luxury Apartments are located off of the eastern edge of campus. These apartments have floor plans with private balcony options and other elevated features. Tuscana Luxury Apartments also feature a formal lawn with tanning chairs, a fire pit, and interior courtyards with fountains.
We hope this list helps you learn a little more about Gainesville’s popular apartments near UF’s sorority row. For more information about apartments near the University of Florida, contact Sweetwater’s leasing team who will be happy to answer any questions you have about finding your home away from home.
