Homes for sale in
Gainesville, Florida
A university town with room to grow
882
Homes for sale
$295,500
Median list price
$208
Avg price / sqft
36
Median days on market
Gainesville is a college town first, and that shapes everything about it — a walkable core around the University of Florida, historic streets like Duckpond where century-old homes sit under live oaks, and master-planned neighborhoods like Haile Plantation and Oakmont spreading toward the west side. It's the seat of Alachua County, and the mix of students, faculty, and long-term residents keeps demand steady across price points.
For a buyer today, the market reads as approachable by Florida standards. With 882 active listings and a median list price of $295,500, there's real range here — from condos near campus to seven-figure estates in University Park. Homes are moving in about 36 days, so it's competitive but not frantic, and you can still browse by price to find footholds under $200K.
Gainesville is in Alachua County, Florida.
Within a 30-minute drive
Quick facts
$35,000 – $4.0M price range
1,449 sqft median home
$1,700/mo median rent
Balanced right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Gainesville
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$435,000
4204 NW 19TH PLACE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,470 sqft
$790,000
4074 NW 63RD STREET, GAINESVILLE
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,506 sqft
$199,900
3575 SW 30TH WAY UNIT 121, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,114 sqft
$729,900
4427 SW 84TH WAY, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,630 sqft
$179,000
845 SW 55TH TERRACE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,370 sqft
$80,000
2811 SW ARCHER ROAD UNIT C18, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 1 ba · 876 sqft
$815,000
3915 SW 95TH TERRACE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,294 sqft
$375,000
11212 SW 86TH PLACE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,268 sqft
$569,000
1529 NW 143RD STREET, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,200 sqft
$619,000
3922 NW 69TH STREET, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,195 sqft
$299,000
1116 NW 32ND AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,326 sqft
$279,000
5047 NW 1ST PLACE UNIT 92, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,584 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Gainesville market
Balanced
5.2 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
2,260
Sold, last 12 months
$313,240
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
34 days
Median time to sell
Gainesville vs Alachua County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 2.1% yr/yr
Homes on the market
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Gainesville, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
Where to look
Gainesville neighborhoods
Haile Plantation
53 homes · $395K median
Duckpond
18 homes · $592K median
University Park
17 homes · $549K median
Duval Heights
17 homes · $230K median
Oakmont
16 homes · $673K median
Longleaf Village
13 homes · $440K median
Turkey Creek Forest
12 homes · $220K median
Stephen Foster
11 homes · $225K median
Blues Creek
9 homes · $277K median
Hazel Heights
8 homes · $280K median
Pleasant Street
7 homes · $350K median
Downtown
6 homes · $355K median
Mill Pond
6 homes · $220K median
Capri
6 homes · $346K median
Mentone
5 homes · $440K median
Highland Court Manor
5 homes · $260K median
Fifth Avenue
5 homes · $330K median
Springhill
5 homes · $235K median
Show all 80 Gainesville neighborhoods A–ZHide the full neighborhood list+
Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Gainesville
Deep single-family inventory
With 570 [single-family homes](/area/gainesville-fl/single-family-homes) on the market, buyers have the widest selection in this category by far.
A strong condo market
233 active condominiums give students, investors, and downsizers plenty of lower-entry options close to campus.
Master-planned west side
Neighborhoods like [Haile Plantation](/area/gainesville-fl/haile-plantation), [Oakmont](/area/gainesville-fl/oakmont), and [Longleaf Village](/area/gainesville-fl/longleaf-village) anchor Gainesville's western growth corridor.
Pools and new builds
91 homes come with a pool and 75 are new construction, so warm-weather living and turnkey options are both on the table.
Historic character downtown
The [Duckpond](/area/gainesville-fl/duckpond) district offers older, walkable homes near the university and downtown core.
Population
143,611
Median age
26.5
Median income
$45,611
Median home value
$235,000
What people here are into
Lifestyles
Top 14% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Relationships
Top 19% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 23% in the U.S.Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Lifestyles
Top 23% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Beliefs
Top 25% in the U.S.Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
Attitudes
Top 25% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
On the calendar
Near Gainesville
Jul
13
Mon
Jazz on the Green
7:00 PM
Jazz on the Green offers a vibrant atmosphere where attendees can enjoy the smooth sounds of live jazz music by Gruv Therapy. Delicious food and refreshing drinks are ava…
Jul
13
Mon
Thursday Night Swing Dancing
7:30 PM
GSD offers free swing dancing every Thursday in a cool, comfortable dance hall with hardwood floors. The event includes beginner lessons for those new to swing dancing, p…
Jul
13
Mon
Summer Indoor Market
9:00 AM
Beat the summer heat by shopping local at the Indoor Market, where the air-conditioned and indoor environment ensures a comfortable browsing experience, rain or shine. Th…
Jul
13
Mon
Summer Indoor Farmers Market
9:00AM
The Summer Indoor Farmers Market provides a cool, comfortable environment for attendees to browse and shop. With a variety of offerings from fresh produce, baked goods, t…
Jul
14
Tue
Karaoke Night
7:00pm
Get ready to showcase your singing talent at the upcoming Karaoke Night. It's a fun-filled evening where attendees can belt out their favorite tunes, enjoy a friendly com…
Jul
14
Tue
Tuesdays Social Dancing with Andy
This event offers an evening of diverse dance lessons, including Argentine Tango, Swing, and a Waltz and Dance Mix, all for a reasonable fee of $10 per night. Attendees w…
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Gainesville home
≈ $2,284/mo
$295,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
2%
In a FEMA flood zone
Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones
$1,700/mo
Median rent
315 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Gainesville real estate FAQs
Is Gainesville a good place to live?+
It's a genuine university town — the University of Florida drives the culture, jobs, and walkability, and neighborhoods range from historic Duckpond to master-planned communities out west. Families, faculty, and students all find a fit here, which keeps demand consistent year-round. As the seat of Alachua County, it also serves as the region's hub for healthcare and services.
Is Gainesville expensive?+
Compared with much of Florida, it's relatively affordable — the median list price is $295,500 and homes average $208 per square foot. There's a wide spread, from listings under $200K up to $1M+ estates (27 of them active), so budgets from student condos to luxury buyers are all served. You can browse by price to see where your range lands.
What do homes cost in Gainesville?+
The median list price is $295,500 with a median home size of 1,449 square feet, working out to roughly $208 per square foot. Listings run from about $35,000 to nearly $4 million, so the market covers everything from condos to large single-family homes.
How is the Gainesville housing market right now?+
There are 882 active listings and homes are selling in a median of 36 days, which points to a steady, balanced market rather than a bidding-war frenzy. New construction adds 75 more options for buyers who want something turnkey. If you're value hunting, it's worth watching the just reduced listings.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee runs about $206 per month, common in master-planned areas like Haile Plantation, while median property taxes come to roughly $3,734 per year. Not every home carries an HOA — historic and non-planned neighborhoods often skip it — so the monthly picture depends heavily on which community you choose.
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