Homes for sale in
Alachua, Florida
Small-town North Florida with room to grow
177
Homes for sale
$349,750
Median list price
$209
Avg price / sqft
48
Median days on market
Alachua sits in the rolling countryside of north-central Alachua County, a genuine small town with a walkable Main Street and easy reach to Gainesville and the University of Florida. It draws buyers who want land, quiet, and a slower pace without giving up daytime jobs in the city. Families here are zoned to schools like Santa Fe High School and Alachua Elementary, and the area's mix of established neighborhoods and fresh development keeps it feeling both rooted and on the rise.
For buyers today, the market is broad: 177 active listings run from $100,000 all the way to $2,195,000, with a median list price of $349,750. Builders are busy here — 86 of the active listings are new construction, which is unusually high — so shoppers weighing brand-new against resale single-family homes have real leverage. At a median 48 days on market, there's time to tour without panic, and it's worth watching the just reduced listings for negotiating room.
Alachua is in Alachua County, Florida.
Within a 30-minute drive
Quick facts
$100,000 – $2.2M price range
1,893 sqft median home
$2,200/mo median rent
Balanced right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Alachua
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$745,000
12820 NW 116TH PLACE, ALACHUA
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,490 sqft
$289,900
11801 NW 72ND TERRACE, ALACHUA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,460 sqft
$199,000
13814 NW 158TH AVENUE, ALACHUA
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,647 sqft
$248,070
11255 NW 167TH TERRACE, ALACHUA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,458 sqft
$289,000
11418 PALMETTO BOULEVARD, ALACHUA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,947 sqft
$1,275,000
11715 NW 122ND TERRACE, ALACHUA
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,713 sqft
$363,070
17113 NW 180TH TERRACE, ALACHUA
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,956 sqft
$382,000
17766 NW 168TH ROAD, ALACHUA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,952 sqft
$401,600
17788 NW 168TH ROAD, ALACHUA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,212 sqft
$248,070
11251 NW 167TH TERRACE, ALACHUA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,458 sqft
$403,990
17979 NW 172ND AVENUE, ALACHUA
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,836 sqft
$261,070
11247 NW 167TH TERRACE, ALACHUA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,458 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Alachua market
Balanced
6.5 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
Alachua vs Alachua County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 5.6% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 33.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Alachua, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
Where to look
Alachua neighborhoods
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 Alachua
Heavy new-construction pipeline
With 86 of 177 active listings newly built, buyers who want a never-lived-in home have far more choice here than in most north Florida towns.
Wide price range
Listings span $100,000 to $2,195,000, so first-time buyers and luxury shoppers eyeing the 12 homes above $1M can both find footing.
Pools and gated options
Eighteen [homes with a pool](/area/alachua-fl/homes-with-pool) and 14 in [gated communities](/area/alachua-fl/gated-communities) round out the single-family-dominated inventory.
Family-friendly schools
Homes are commonly zoned to Santa Fe High School, A. L. Mebane Middle School, and Alachua and W. W. Irby Elementary Schools.
Light HOA burden
A median HOA of just $50/month means many neighborhoods keep monthly carrying costs low.
Population
10,638
Median age
39.6
Median income
$78,526
Median home value
$285,700
What people here are into
Lifestyles
Top 15% in the U.S.Farm Culture
Do you know where your food comes from? These people do, and they want to share their love for farming and simple living with the community.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 16% in the U.S.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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 17% in the U.S.Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 18% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Food & Drink
Top 18% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 20% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
On the calendar
Near Alachua
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
15
Wed
Trivia with Imagine Entertainment
7:00PM
Imagine Entertainment is hosting a trivia night, promising an evening filled with challenging questions and friendly competition. Attendees can expect a wide range of top…
Jul
15
Wed
Trivia with Amanda
7:00pm
Get ready for an exciting round of Trivia with Amanda! It's a fun-filled event where attendees can test their knowledge and compete for prizes.
Jul
17
Fri
Heathers: The Musical
Heathers: The Musical is a darkly comedic rock musical that delves into the tumultuous world of high school cliques, teen rebellion, and the harsh consequences of bullyin…
Jul
17
Fri
Rewound
9:00 PM
Rewound is a nostalgic event that takes attendees on a journey back in time with retro music, vintage fashion, and classic games. It's a perfect opportunity for those who…
Jul
24
Fri
Jamie Davis
7:00 PM
The Live Music Concert Series at Tioga Town Center offers an evening of melodies under the stars. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets, arrive early…
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Alachua home
≈ $2,352/mo
$349,750 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
1%
In a FEMA flood zone
Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones
$2,200/mo
Median rent
13 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Alachua real estate FAQs
Is Alachua a good place to live?+
Alachua is a small north-central Florida town with a walkable Main Street and quick access to Gainesville and UF jobs. Families are drawn to schools like Santa Fe High School and Alachua Elementary, and the housing stock is overwhelmingly single-family homes — 151 of the active listings. It suits buyers who want space and a quieter pace within commuting distance of the city.
Is Alachua expensive?+
It's moderate by Florida standards, with a median list price of $349,750 and an average of $209 per square foot. Entry-level shoppers can still browse by price since active listings start around $100,000, while the top of the market reaches $2,195,000.
What do homes cost in Alachua?+
The median list price is $349,750 for a typical home around 1,893 square feet, working out to about $209 per square foot. Prices climb from $100,000 at the low end to $2,195,000, and there are 12 luxury homes ($1m+) currently active.
How is the Alachua housing market right now?+
There are 177 active listings with a median of 48 days on market, giving buyers a reasonable window to compare options. Builders are especially active — 86 listings are new construction — so new-build inventory competes directly with resale homes.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA costs are light here, with a median of just $50 per month, and many single-family neighborhoods carry no dues at all. The median annual property tax runs about $2,985, and median rent sits at $2,200 per month if you're weighing renting against buying.
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