Freshmen

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Close To Campus

For new students, getting to campus can sometimes be tough — thankfully, our UF student apartments are just a quick walk, bike ride, or bus trip away from campus!

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Roommate-Matching

Whether you’ve just moved to The Swamp or already have roommates in mind, freshmen can take advantage of our complimentary roommate-matching services.

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Student-Focused Environment

Our community is designed from the ground up for Gators; with amenities perfect for students, you’ll always feel right at home at Legacy at The Standard.

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Hands-On Staff

With an experienced and professional management and maintenance team, we make it easy for students to get help with their UF apartments.

Perfect On-Site Amenities For Freshmen

A vibrant, social community designed for Gators.

Going to college is a momentous occasion, and there’s no better place to get to know Gainesville than Legacy at The Standard. Conveniently located just minutes from the University of Florida, our student apartments provide residents with an opportunity to experience the freedom of independent living while still being close to class. But college isn’t all about class — our amenities make it easy for freshmen to find time for socializing and relaxing. Soak up the sun on our large sundeck or take a refreshing dip in the pool. Grill up some burgers and hot dogs with friends and neighbors on a lazy Saturday at one of our outdoor grilling stations. Meet your health and fitness goals in our state-of-the-art fitness center. Gather some friends for a get-together in our clubroom. When it’s time to get back to work, students can skip the trek to the library and work on assignments in one of our private work rooms, study pods, or in the academic lounge. With so much available, it’s easy to live a well-balanced lifestyle in our UF off campus housing community!

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Fully Furnished Apartments

Discover open-layout apartments with custom-designed furnishings and luxe features.

Our off campus apartments near UF bring together everything freshmen need to start their college journey on the right foot. Our studio apartments, one-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom apartments, three-bedroom apartments, four-bedroom apartments, five-bedroom apartments, and six-bedroom apartments near the University of Florida come filled with high-end touches and features, including private bedrooms, quartz countertops, two-toned cabinets, hardwood-style flooring, and plenty of storage space. Private bathrooms are also available in select apartments.

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Live Minutes From UF, Midtown, & Downtown Gainesville

Legacy at The Standard is in a perfect location for freshmen to explore. The University of Florida campus is just a quick walk or bike ride away, so getting to class and other on campus activities is easy! Even better, our community is right across the street from Starbucks, Publix, Sweetberries Eatery & Frozen Custard, and other great local hotspots. For those who enjoy a night out on the town, Midtown is one of two popular areas in Gainesville for students — filled with restaurants and other popular destinations, residents can quickly meet up with friends for a fun-filled night out. Downtown Gainesville is under five minutes away and boasts a variety of popular eateries and entertainment venues. Freshmen have plenty to choose from when they live in our apartments!

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Down The Street From UF

Because of the great location of our community, freshmen can walk, bike, or take an RTS bus to the main UF campus, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Library West, and more helpful locations.

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Close To Midtown & Downtown

Midtown and Downtown Gainesville are two of the most popular parts of town for shops and food, and freshmen have quick access to both at Legacy at The Standard.

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Nearby Numerous Restaurants

We are close to a wide variety of tasty restaurants on 13th Street and University Avenue, so whether you want a quick bite or a formal sit down, there’s something for everyone.

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