Homes, values and local insight for Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida. Typical home value $296,000.
Reviewed and updated October 3, 2026 by Ryan and Megan Winslow, Winslow Homes
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Gainesville is home to the University of Florida and the Florida Gators. It is also known for nature at its doorstep, with Paynes Prairie, Devil's Millhopper and freshwater springs close to town. Gatorade was invented here in 1965 by a UF research team led by Dr. James Robert Cade.
The Northeast Residential Historic District was first platted in 1854, and many of its homes date from the 1880s through the 1950s. The Pleasant Street Historic District is the city's oldest African-American residential area and joined the National Register in 1991. In 1905 the Florida Legislature picked Gainesville as the site for the state's largest university, and the school settled on its Gainesville campus under President Albert Murphree. Gainesville mixes students, UF and UF Health staff, young families and retirees. Days revolve around Gator game days, live music, craft breweries, farmers markets and trails that start inside city limits.
An 80-block historic area platted in 1854 that includes the Duck Pond and Sweetwater Branch. Homes show Florida styles from the 1880s through the 1950s. Exterior changes need a Certificate of Appropriateness. ( source )
Gainesville's oldest African-American neighborhood near downtown. Wood frame vernacular houses, bungalows, Queen Anne, Colonial and Eastlake Victorian homes, plus two Romanesque churches. Home of the Fifth Avenue Arts Festival. ( source )
Developed after the Civil War just southeast of downtown. Queen Anne and Colonial Revival homes, plus a French Second Empire house. Close to Depot Park and South Main Street. ( source )
Two historic districts next to UF. Homes date from the 1920s to the mid-twentieth century and include the University Terrace, Florida Court, University Heights and University Place subdivisions. ( source )
A large southwest Gainesville community of about 2,700 custom homes, townhouses, apartments and condos built around Haile Village Center. The village has restaurants, a supermarket, shops and a Saturday farmers market. ( source )
A master-planned community in west Gainesville next to Tioga Town Center, which opened in 2004. Walkable streets, a town square with an amphitheater, and homes and lots offered through local builders. ( source )
A mixed-use district off I-75 with luxury apartments and townhomes set among shops, restaurants, a movie theater, hotels and offices. Residents can walk to dining and events. ( source )
Open since 2003. Eat pizza, salads and calzones in a vintage van, under an airplane or in a greenhouse. Cash only, with ATM fees donated to local charities. ( source )
New American · W University AvenueA multiple Golden Spoon Award winner known for a farm-to-table menu. Takes reservations and hosts private events. ( source )
Subs and sandwiches · NW 13th StreetA family-owned sub shop serving Gainesville since 1983. ( source )
Deli and pub · S Main Street, South Main StationChef Will Thomas cooks with fresh local produce and house-made products inside South Main Station, across from Depot Park. ( source )
Deli and butcher · 4th Ave Food Park, SW 4th AvenueHouse-made sausages, cured meats and butcher cuts, plus a changing sandwich menu. Featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. ( source )
Middle Eastern and Mediterranean · NW 2nd StreetA locally owned bistro and bar with a Southern twist, a designed dining room and a large garden. ( source )
Southern seafood · SW 35th DriveFamily-owned spot for fresh seafood made with local ingredients. ( source )
Brunch · NW 10th AvenueA small neighborhood brunch spot with locally sourced New American food and a to-go window. The afterdark dinner menu runs Friday and Saturday nights. ( source )
A brewery in the old Gainesville Ice House at 10th Avenue and 4th Street. Its beer uses water from the historic artesian Ice House well. Hosts the Monday Grove Street Market. ( source )
A family-owned brewery with Belgian-inspired beers and 40 taps, food trucks, trivia nights and the fall Blocktoberfest. ( source )
A live music venue at South Main Station with ticketed shows and free porch sessions. Hosts Tom Petty Weekend each November. ( source )
A coffee shop on a 2.5-acre property on 6th Street with coffee, beer, wine, a vegan food truck and a solar pergola. ( source )
A shaded food park with local businesses such as Opus Airstream coffee, Fehrenbacher's and Munecas Taco Garden and Bar, plus events and market vendors. ( source )
Gainesville's walkable shopping and dining destination with shops, restaurants, movies, concerts and hotels. ( source )
An open-air shopping center with covered breezeways and a central plaza. About 37 local shops, including galleries, jewelry, salons and a chocolate shop. ( source )
A longtime Gainesville shopping destination with national fashion brands, home goods, gifts, dining and events. ( source )
An independent, locally owned bookstore established in 1983 with new and used books, gifts and greeting cards. ( source )
A mixed-use center opened in 2004 with boutiques, dining and a town square that hosts concerts and movie nights. ( source )
Florida's first state preserve, created in 1971. William Bartram called it the Great Alachua Savannah in 1774. More than 20 biological communities with alligators and other wildlife. Nearest state park to town. ( source )
in town, northwest GainesvilleA National Natural Landmark. A limestone sinkhole 120 feet deep with a miniature rain forest at the bottom. ( source )
northwest edge of GainesvilleAbout 7,350 acres of mature hammock woodland with hiking, over 30 miles of single-track mountain bike trails and over 10 miles of horse trails. ( source )
in townMore than 125 acres of wetlands built to clean water flowing to Paynes Prairie. Over 3.5 miles of trails and boardwalks with birds, alligators and cracker horses. Open 7 a.m. to sunset. ( source )
in town, east GainesvilleOver 400 acres of longleaf pine woodland with more than 7 miles of trails and a Living History Farm set in 1870. ( source )
about 40 miles southeast to the forest's edgePart of the National Forests in Florida. Juniper Springs Recreation Area, built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, offers springs swimming, camping and the Juniper Run canoe trail. ( source )
about 60 miles west by roadA federal refuge on the Gulf Coast's Big Bend that protects the lower Suwannee River and its estuary. Home to Gulf sturgeon, shorebirds, wading birds and waterfowl. ( source )
UF's art museum with African, Asian, modern and contemporary art and photography. Home of Claude Monet's Champ d'avoine. Free admission. ( source )
A hands-on STEAM museum at 811 South Main Street named for Dr. James Robert Cade, who led the team that invented Gatorade. Open Thursday to Sunday. ( source )
The region's professional theatre in downtown Gainesville with musicals, dramas, comedies, holiday shows and an art cinema. ( source )
A 68-acre nonprofit garden with 24 major collections along a 1.5-mile paved walkway, including giant Victoria water lilies. Most color comes July through September. ( source )
The only AZA-accredited zoo on a college campus. About 70 species on 10 forested acres, cared for by students in the Zoo Animal Technology Program. ( source )
Depot Park becomes a medieval village with artisans, sword demonstrations, a living chessboard and smoked turkey legs. ( source )
MarchKanapaha Botanical Gardens' big spring event with landscape displays, plants, arts and crafts. ( source )
AprilA free two-day festival celebrating the historic Fifth Avenue and Pleasant Street neighborhoods with local art, music and food. ( source )
NovemberA signature fall weekend downtown with more than 200 artists from around the country and live entertainment. ( source )
NovemberThree days of music at Heartwood Soundstage honoring Gainesville native Tom Petty. Kids 18 and under get in free. ( source )
C. W. Norton Elementary School, Glen Springs Elementary School, Hidden Oak Elementary School, Idylwild Elementary School, Littlewood Elementary School, Kimball Wiles Elementary School, Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School, Meadowbrook Elementary School, Stephen Foster Elementary School, W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School, Joseph Williams Elementary School, Lake Forest Elementary School, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School, Carolyn Beatrice Parker Elementary
MiddleAbraham Lincoln Middle School, Howard W. Bishop Middle School, Kanapaha Middle School, Westwood Middle School
HighGainesville High School, Eastside High School, F. W. Buchholz High School, Professional Academy Magnet at Loften High School
PrivateOak Hall School, St. Francis Catholic Academy, St. Patrick Interparish School, Queen of Peace Catholic Academy, Cornerstone Academy, Millhopper Montessori School
Listed for reference, not ranked. Confirm school zoning for any address with the district. ( source )
I-75, US 441, SR 26 (University Avenue), SR 24 (Archer Road), SR 121 and SR 20 (Hawthorne Road)
AirportsGainesville Regional Airport (GNV), about 15 minutes from downtown. Jacksonville International (JAX) is about 1 hour 30 minutes. Orlando International (MCO) is about 2 hours.
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The typical home in Gainesville is worth $296,000, 3% below the Alachua County typical value of $304,000 and 21% below the Florida typical value of $375,000.
Zillow Home Value Index for Gainesville, August 2026. The middle of the market for single family homes and condos.
Home values in Gainesville moved +17.2% over five years and +78.8% over ten.
Median gross rent in Gainesville. Useful for investors running rental numbers.
Share of occupied homes in Gainesville lived in by the owner.
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Median household income in Gainesville.
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The Zillow Home Value Index for Gainesville was $296,000 in August 2026, -1.2% over the past year.
Gainesville is in Alachua County, Florida.
About 148,720 people as of the 2024 Census Bureau estimate, up from 141,149 in 2020.
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38% of occupied homes in Gainesville are owner occupied, based on the 2019 to 2023 American Community Survey.
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Sources: U.S. Census Bureau 2024 population estimates and 2019 to 2023 American Community Survey; Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026. Numbers update as new data is released. Talk to Ryan and Megan for current sold prices on your street.
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The typical home in Gainesville is worth $302,487 as of August 2026, across 9 ZIP codes ranging from $180,141 in 32641 to $419,262 in 32603. Values moved -1.2% over the last 12 months at the middle ZIP code.
| ZIP | Typical value | 12 months | 5 years | Median sale, Mar to May 2026 | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32601 | $261,658 | +0.4% | +18.7% | $337,500 | 25 |
| 32603 | $419,262 | +1.5% | +21.6% | ||
| 32605 | $302,487 | -0.9% | +18.5% | ||
| 32606 | $340,852 | -1.2% | +16.0% | $419,995 | 42 |
| 32607 | $287,934 | -1.5% | +16.4% | $300,450 | 40 |
| 32608 | $334,077 | -1.6% | +15.2% | ||
| 32609 | $220,470 | -2.8% | +16.6% | $233,500 | 38 |
| 32641 | $180,141 | -0.4% | +16.1% | $202,117 | 50 |
| 32653 | $323,687 | -1.8% | +15.7% | $315,000 | 61 |
Sources: Zillow Home Value Index through August 2026 and the Redfin Data Center ZIP code tracker, March to May 2026. Ask Ryan and Megan for a value for your own home.
