If you're trying to avoid the traffic of UF, an apartment in Newberry, Tioga, or Haile Plantation might be a good fit for you. These three surrounding communities in Gainesville are located just 10-20 minutes from the University of Florida campus, many college professors, families, and young professionals call one of these neighborhoods home. Here are some exciting and fun things to do in each neighborhood!
Apartments in Tioga
The Tioga Town Center is a mixed-use center featuring luxury apartments above higher-end shopping and dining. Apartments in Tioga Town Center offer residents everything they could ever need – a refined, modern apartment home surrounded by premier shopping, exciting nightlife, and incredible restaurants & to-go food options. After shopping at a local boutique or getting a workout in at Gainesville Health & Fitness, grab a bite to eat of whatever you're in the mood for. From fresh pizza to unique tacos to delicious Acai, apartment renters in Tioga love the myriad of options available in the town center.
The Tioga Town Center also nearly always has a community event happening for renters of apartments in Tioga to enjoy. Featuring exciting events like concerts, movie nights, farmers' markets, and more – this walkable and inviting town center is sure to keep growing in popularity in the coming years.
Apartments in Newberry
If hanging out at the pool at your apartment in Newberry isn't going to cut it this weekend, check out Devil's Den Prehistoric Spring (located about 30 min south of Newberry) for an unforgettable day trip. From scuba diving to snorkeling to camping to lodging, this den is an underground cave spring with a stunning opening, exposing light into the den. Devil's Den Spring is a privately owned scuba diving center, so be sure to book your appointment before heading over there from your apartment in Newberry!
When spooky season rolls around, don't forget to check out the Newberry Cornfield Maze if you're a Halloween lover! Be truly spooked by nocturnal life waiting for you at every turn throughout the maze, take a ride on the hayride, or bring along some friends for the haunted house.
Apartments in Haile Plantation
If you choose an apartment near Haile Village, you'll enjoy a family-friendly destination full of plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment. This historic neighborhood center is packed with up-scale restaurants perfect for date night, adorable boutiques great for shopping, relaxing spas to treat yourself, and much more. This walkable town center always has Gainesville locals driving around in their golf carts, saying hey to neighbors. Apartments in Haile Plantation vary from townhomes to 1 bedrooms to 3 bedrooms. This area of town is sure to give residents a wholesome and charming living experience.