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Top 6 Pool Decks Near UF (Updated for 2025)

By Megan

Florida has been coined “The Sunshine State,” for a reason, as it is notable for its year-round sunny weather. Even as a college student, it’s nice to get away from the endless work by sitting back and taking time for yourself poolside near the University of Florida, escaping the endless Florida heat.

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At the Sweetwater leasing office, we frequently hear residents talk about how important amenities are to them, especially a pool deck. While Sweetwater offers an exciting pool and lounge courtyard along with other state-of-the-art amenities, we understand that it is important to know your options. For this reason, we’ve compiled a list of the five best pools at student apartments near the University of Florida to help you make the most of your time at UF.

Best Pool Decks near the University of Florida

Monarch

Monarch Pool

Photo courtesy to Monarch Gainesville

Address: 505 NW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32601

Year Opened: 2024

Monarch houses a rooftop sky deck complete with a pool and spa, complemented by private poolside cabanas, a jumbotron TV for game days, outdoor grilling stations and comfortable lounge seating. Surrounded by a lush tropical landscape, Monarch offers residents the perfect escape to unwind and relax.

Hub on 3rd

Hub on 3rd Gainesville pool deck

Photo courtesy of huboncampus.com

Address: 1258 NW 3rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Year Opened: 2020

Features: Hub on 3rd’s rooftop pool sits on the 7th floor deck, offering panoramic views of the northeast corner of UF campus. With a sundeck, hot tub, outdoor lounge and plenty of different types of seating, it’s a great spot to relax with friends.

Ufora

Ufora Pool

Photo courtesy to Ufora Gainesville

Address: 1218 SW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Year Opened: 2023

Features: Ufora’s rooftop pool overlooks the UF campus and includes various amenities, including outdoor grill stations, outdoor fireplace, courtyard and cabanas. Their resort-style features offer their residents the perfect place to catch some sun, socialize and unwind.

Nine31

Nine31 Pool

Photo courtesy to Nine31 Apartments

Address: 931 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Year Opened: 2024

Features: Nine31 has a resort-style pool and hot tub, accompanied by features including poolside hammocks, grilling stations, fire pit courtyards and an outdoor TV. This spot is perfect for catching up with friends or simply just enjoying time to yourself!

Campus Circle

campus circle pool gnv

Photo courtesy of campuscirclegainesville.com

Address: 1742 SW 38th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32607

Year Opened: 2021

Features: Campus Circle’s massive saltwater pool features a poolside jumbotron, tons of sun chairs, and a huge party porch and lounge area, complete with ping pong tables and a grill area. This is definitely the place to be for a Gator football game watch party!

The Metropolitan

pool at the metropolitan in gainesville

Photo courtesy of themetgainesville.com

Address: 2209 SW 13th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608

Year Opened: 2023

Features: The Met features a resort-style pool and lounge area, complete with a jumbotron perfect for watching football games and a hot tub with poolside cabanas. With plenty of seating around the pool, it’s the perfect place for soaking up the sun and catching up with friends.

We hope that this list gets you excited to check out the awesome pools and soak up the sun around Gainesville near the University of Florida! If you want to learn more about Sweetwater’s pool or other amenities, contact our leasing team.


Megan

Megan is a Community Manager at Sweetwater. Her go-to Daydreamer order is an Iced White Mocha.


February 12, 2025


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