Prose Gainesville
900 Mountaintop Ave,
Gainesville, GA 30501
$1,310 - $1,840 | 1-2 Beds
Known for its lakefront location and welcoming community, Gainesville is a family-friendly city on one of Georgia’s premier lakes, Lake Lanier. Just north of the University of North Georgia’s Gainesville campus, this city offers a youthful atmosphere and affordable apartment and condo rentals. Gainesville provides public and charter schools in the Gainesville City School System and Hall County Schools.
Enjoy public access to the lake through multiple locations in Gainesville, such as River Forks Park. With a sandy beach on the water, residents and visitors can swim in the lake, access the boat ramp, use the campsites, and more. Though Longwood Park doesn’t have a sandy beach, it does have water access for swimming, as well as its own public dock.
Surrounding Gainesville Square, you’ll find Downtown Gainesville with plenty of shopping, local businesses, restaurants, and historical sites such as the Northeast Georgia History Center. Explore Gainesville’s natural beauty on the dog-friendly Wilshire Trails, or visit the Gainesville Garden, a part of the Atlanta Botanical Garden, to enjoy events and activities for all ages!
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Gainesville, GA is $1,204 for a studio, $1,321 for one bedroom, $1,543 for two bedrooms, and $1,914 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Gainesville has decreased by -1.4% in the past year.
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Mount Vernon Elementary School
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Grades PK-5
619 Students
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596 Students
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591 Students
Wauka Mountain Elementary School
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Grades PK-5
558 Students
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Grades 6-8
822 Students
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Grades 6-8
955 Students
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909 Students
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895 Students
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841 Students
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1,138 Students
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2,294 Students
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1,330 Students
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