Safe Haven Rentals to Open Gainesville Shared Living
A furnished shared living program for independent adults is scheduled to open in Gainesville on December 1, 2026.
Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Apartments
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Safe Haven Rentals plans to open a furnished shared living program in Gainesville on December 1, 2026. The program offers semi-private accommodations with a bathroom in each bedroom, with enrollment subject to eligibility and availability.
Why it matters
The new program is intended to expand the options available to eligible adults seeking furnished accommodations in Gainesville. Program fees cover the furnished space, utilities, Wi-Fi, and laundry access.
The program offers semi-private accommodations with a bathroom in each bedroom, and fees include the furnished space, utilities, Wi-Fi, and laundry access. Specific monthly fee amounts and the number of available rooms were not disclosed.
The players
Safe Haven Rentals
Safe Haven Rentals is a shared living provider founded in 2016 that serves independent adults including returning citizens, veterans, seniors, and adults on fixed incomes.
Barbii Monroe
Barbii Monroe is the founder of Safe Haven Rentals and a former correctional officer.
The details
Safe Haven Rentals, founded in 2016 by Barbii Monroe, a former correctional officer, provides shared living for independent adults including returning citizens, veterans, seniors, and adults on fixed incomes. Prospective members, families, case managers, and community organizations can contact the company for program information at 352-779-3108.
Timeline
2016: Safe Haven Rentals is founded by Barbii Monroe.
December 1, 2026: The Gainesville shared living program is scheduled to open.
Roadmap
The program extends a model of furnished, shared housing aimed at adults with limited or fixed incomes and those returning from incarceration. It adds a Gainesville location to an approach focused on accessible, all-inclusive accommodations.
Eligible adults in Gainesville seeking furnished accommodations with utilities, Wi-Fi, and laundry included may have a new option starting December 1. Interested residents, families, and case managers can call 352-779-3108 to ask about enrollment.
The takeaway
Shared, furnished housing with utilities included can be a practical option for eligible adults on fixed incomes or returning from incarceration. Checking eligibility and availability early is advisable before the December 1 opening.
What happens next
The Gainesville shared living program is scheduled to open on December 1, 2026, with enrollment subject to eligibility and availability.
Further reading
For more listings and options, browse Apartments in Gainesville.
More information
Find Safe Haven Rentals program information and eligibility on the company website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Alachua Chronicle.
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