Homes for sale in
Alachua County, Florida
North Central Florida living, from college town to spring country
1,199
Homes for sale
$322,000
Median list price
$215
Avg price / sqft
78
Median days on market
Alachua County is anchored by Gainesville and the University of Florida, but it stretches well past the campus into small towns and spring-fed rivers. You get a genuine range of character here: the walkable college energy of Gainesville, the growing suburbs of Newberry and Alachua, and the outdoor draw of High Springs near the crystal springs. It's a place where you can pick your pace without leaving the county.
For buyers, the market is broad and reasonably paced. There are about 1,230 active listings with a median list price of $329,900, and homes are taking a median of 48 days to sell — enough time to make a considered decision. Over the past year 3,372 homes changed hands at a median of $325,000, with sellers collecting 97% of asking on average, so well-priced single-family homes still move while overpriced ones sit. It's worth watching the just reduced listings if you want the most negotiating room.
Quick facts
9 cities & towns
$57,500 – $9.3M price range
1,619 sqft median home
$1,800/mo median rent
Leans seller right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Alachua County
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$169,900
1608 SE 39TH PLACE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,175 sqft
$399,000
5949 SW 83RD TERRACE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,768 sqft
$284,900
1800 SW 246TH DRIVE, NEWBERRY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,333 sqft
$565,000
2921 NW 24TH TERRACE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,850 sqft
$440,000
3938 NW 62ND LANE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,061 sqft
$249,000
4519 SHERWOOD TRACE, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,255 sqft
$835,000
20875 NW 207TH TERRACE, HIGH SPRINGS
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,337 sqft
$275,000
1321 NE 20TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,160 sqft
$289,900
17163 SW 141ST ROAD, ARCHER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,252 sqft
$184,900
3705 SW 27TH STREET UNIT 522, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,198 sqft
$195,000
5431 NW 33RD PLACE, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,141 sqft
$367,450
17123 NW 177TH TERRACE, ALACHUA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,288 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Alachua County market
Leans seller
4.0 months of inventory
Demand still outpaces supply, but buyers have a little more room.
3,329
Sold, last 12 months
$325,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
41 days
Median time to sell
Alachua County vs Florida
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 2.3% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 1.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Alachua County, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings.
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Cities in Alachua County
Gainesville
789 homes for sale
Newberry
143 homes for sale
Alachua
140 homes for sale
High Springs
65 homes for sale
Archer
32 homes for sale
Waldo
11 homes for sale
Show all 9 Alachua County cities A–ZHide the full city list+
Beyond the listings
Living in Alachua County
A true range of towns
From Gainesville's college core to Newberry, Alachua, High Springs, Archer and Waldo, the county lets you choose city energy or small-town quiet.
Priced below the state
With a median list price of $329,900 and $216 per square foot, the county remains accessible relative to much of coastal Florida.
Lots of new construction
Nearly 200 of the active listings are new construction, giving buyers a real alternative to resale homes.
Spring country nearby
High Springs and the surrounding area put crystal-clear springs and river paddling within an easy drive.
Pool homes in supply
With 115 [homes with a pool](/area/alachua-county-fl/homes-with-pool) on the market, outdoor living is easy to find in the Florida heat.
Population
281,751
Median age
32.2
Median income
$59,659
Median home value
$266,800
What people here are into
Lifestyles
Top 23% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Relationships
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.
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Beliefs
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
Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Alachua County home
≈ $2,332/mo
$322,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
3%
In a FEMA flood zone
Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones
$1,800/mo
Median rent
287 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Alachua County real estate FAQs
Is Alachua County a good place to live?+
It suits a wide range of people — students and staff near the University of Florida in Gainesville, families in growing suburbs like Newberry and Alachua, and outdoor lovers drawn to the springs around High Springs. The mix of a major college town with quieter rural communities gives you real choice in lifestyle within one county.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Compared with coastal Florida, no. The median list price is $329,900 and homes average $216 per square foot, and you can filter by browse by price to find entry-level options. There's also a luxury tier, with 64 active listings above $1 million.
What do homes cost in Alachua County?+
The median sold price over the past 12 months was $325,000, and current listings range widely from $59,000 to $9,250,000. Single-family homes make up most of the market at 903 active listings, with condos, townhomes and gated communities rounding out the options.
How is the market right now?+
It's active but not frantic — about 1,230 homes are for sale and the median time on market is 48 days. Sellers are getting 97% of asking on average, so pricing matters, and the 3,372 sales in the past year point to steady demand.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee is a modest $125 per month, though many single-family homes carry none at all. Median property tax runs about $3,727 per year, and if you're renting first, the median rent is around $1,700 per month.
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