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Frequently Asked Questions

Find your next home at Square One. Whether you're exploring our spacious two and three-bedroom apartment homes, flexible lease options, or the convenient amenities that make everyday living easier, this FAQ is designed to provide quick answers so you can move forward with confidence. Ideally located in Gainesville, just minutes from the University of Florida, Downtown Gainesville, shopping, dining, and everyday essentials, Square One offers the comfort and convenience you're looking for in your next home. Have questions or ready to take the next step? Contact our leasing team or schedule your tour today—we look forward to welcoming you home!

Frequently Asked Questions

Square One Apartment Homes offers spacious two and three-bedroom apartment homes in Gainesville, FL, with thoughtfully designed floor plans ranging from approximately 1,029 to 1,239 square feet. Each home is designed for comfortable everyday living with modern features and functional layouts.

Our apartment homes are designed with comfort and convenience in mind. Depending on your floor plan, you'll enjoy updated kitchens and bathrooms, granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gas range cooking, built-in microwaves, full-size refrigerators, dishwashers, wood-style flooring, ceiling fans, digital thermostats, in-home air conditioning, window coverings, cable-ready connections, in-home washers and dryers, private patios or balconies, and scenic wooded views in select homes.

Yes! Every apartment home at Square One Apartment Homes includes a full-size washer and dryer, making laundry day more convenient.

Yes. Select apartment homes include convenient bike racks to help keep your outdoor gear organized. Contact our leasing team for additional details.

Yes. Every apartment home is cable-ready, making it easy to set up high-speed internet service through your preferred provider.

Square One Apartment Homes does not currently offer furnished apartment homes.

Residents enjoy a variety of amenities designed for comfort and convenience, including a refreshing swimming pool with a poolside sundeck, an easy-access laundry center, peaceful green courtyard spaces, an on-site recycling program, ample off-street parking, scenic wooded views, professional on-site management, and 24-hour emergency maintenance.

Yes. Square One Apartment Homes offers wheelchair-accessible apartment homes. Please contact our leasing office to discuss current availability and accessibility features.

Yes! Residents can enjoy community events throughout the year, typically with two to three resident events each month that help create a welcoming community atmosphere.

Smoking is not permitted inside apartment homes. Please contact our leasing office for complete details regarding our community smoking policy.

Yes! Square One Apartment Homes is a pet-friendly community in Gainesville, Florida, where your four-legged family members are welcome. Residents enjoy green open spaces throughout the community, making it easy to spend time outdoors with their pets.

Yes. Pet fees and monthly pet rent apply. Please contact our leasing office for current pet fees and complete policy details.

Breed restrictions apply. Please contact our leasing office for complete pet policy information and current guidelines.

Square One Apartment Homes offers convenient pet waste stations located throughout the community to help make pet ownership easier.

Touring Square One Apartment Homes is easy. Schedule a tour through our website, call our leasing office, or stop by during business hours. We'd love to show you everything our Gainesville community has to offer.

You can conveniently apply online through our website or submit your application at our leasing office. Our team is happy to assist you throughout the leasing process.

Applicants are generally required to provide income verification, such as recent pay statements, and demonstrate a gross monthly income of approximately three times the monthly rent. Please contact our leasing office with any questions regarding application requirements.

Square One Apartment Homes offers market-rate apartment homes. Anyone is welcome to apply, and our leasing team is happy to answer questions about availability and the application process.

Application and move-in fees apply. Please contact our leasing office for current pricing and complete fee information.

While we do not offer moving services, our leasing team is happy to answer your questions and help make your move into your new apartment as smooth as possible.

Our shortest available lease term is currently seven months. Please contact our leasing office to learn more about available lease options.

Yes! We frequently offer limited-time leasing specials on select apartment homes. Contact our leasing office or visit our website to learn about our latest offers.

Utilities are not included in the monthly rent. Please contact our leasing office for additional details.

Yes. Residents are required to maintain renters insurance with at least $100,000 in personal liability coverage throughout their lease term.

Additional monthly fees may apply depending on your lease agreement. Our leasing team will review all applicable fees before you move in.

Yes! Residents enjoy ample off-street parking throughout the community at no additional parking fee.

Yes. Guest parking is available for visitors.

Square One Apartment Homes does not currently offer EV charging stations.

Square One Apartment Homes is conveniently located in Gainesville, Florida, just minutes from the University of Florida and close to Downtown Gainesville. Residents enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, everyday essentials, and nearby neighborhoods including Duckpond, Midtown, Innovation District, and Northeast Gainesville. Major employers, healthcare providers, parks, and entertainment destinations are all within a short drive, making it easy to experience everything Gainesville has to offer.

Square One Apartment Homes is conveniently located approximately 10 minutes from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), providing easy access for business and leisure travel.

Square One Apartment Homes is located within Alachua County Public Schools. School assignments are determined by the school district and may change over time. We recommend confirming attendance boundaries directly with Alachua County Public Schools.

Residents enjoy convenient access to Regional Transit System (RTS) bus routes serving Gainesville, including service to the University of Florida, Downtown Gainesville, Santa Fe College, and surrounding neighborhoods. Major roadways nearby also provide convenient travel throughout Alachua County.

Residents can conveniently pay rent online through the secure resident portal or by using MoneyGram at participating locations, including Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, and other authorized retailers.

To help create a comfortable living environment for everyone, residents are expected to be considerate of their neighbors at all times and comply with community policies and applicable City of Gainesville noise ordinances. The City of Gainesville generally observes quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Please contact our leasing office if you have questions about our community guidelines.

Residents may report noise concerns by contacting the leasing office during business hours or by following the procedures outlined in the resident portal.

Our leasing team will contact you before your lease expiration to discuss available renewal options. Renewal leases are prepared by the leasing office and can be signed electronically for your convenience.

Subleasing is not permitted at Square One Apartment Homes.

If you need to end your lease early, your responsibilities will be determined by the early termination provisions outlined in your lease agreement. Please contact our leasing office to discuss your available options.

Residents are generally required to provide at least 60 days' written notice before the end of their lease term. Please review your lease agreement or contact our leasing office for complete details.

Before moving out, residents should remove all personal belongings, clean the apartment home, and complete the final inspection process. Our leasing team will provide detailed move-out instructions before your scheduled move-out date.

Maintenance requests can be submitted through the online resident portal or by contacting the leasing office. Our experienced maintenance team is committed to providing prompt, professional service.

Our maintenance team works to complete service requests as quickly as possible. While response times vary depending on the nature of the request, emergency maintenance is available 24 hours a day, and most routine requests are completed within approximately 24 hours.

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