Neighborhood · Alachua, Florida
Alachua Highlands
Spacious homes and quiet lots north of Gainesville
Alachua Highlands sits in the rolling countryside of Alachua County, the kind of place where lots run large and the pace stays unhurried. It's a short drive from the shops and services of downtown Alachua, and neighbors here lean on nearby established communities like Turkey Creek for their walking trails and social calendar. Families are drawn to the assigned schools, from Early Learning Academy at Duval through Santa Fe High School, all within the local district.
The market here is small and moves fast. Right now there's a single active listing at $1,275,000, while the four homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $781,250 — a reminder that inventory swings the numbers hard in a pocket this size. If you're serious, watch the live map closely, because homes here have been going under contract in about a day and sellers are collecting 96% of asking. Browse the broader Alachua homes for sale to keep your options open while you wait for the right fit.
Alachua Highlands is a community in Alachua, Florida.
Quick facts
5 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Alachua Highlands
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The Alachua Highlands market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$650,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
27 days
Median time to sell
Alachua Highlands vs Alachua
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 7.8% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Alachua Highlands boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Alachua Highlands is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
Population
756
Median age
44
Median income
$95,583
Median home value
$336,300
Beyond the listings
Living in Alachua Highlands
Lifestyles
Top 9% 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 12% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 15% 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.
Beliefs
Top 19% 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.
Active
Top 19% in the U.S.Outdoor Adventures
Appreciating the outdoors, this population wants to actively engage with nature. Whether it's finding a new hiking trail or looking for the perfect spot to catch the sunset, they seek to explore the world around them.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 19% in the U.S.Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Straight answers
Alachua Highlands FAQs
Is Alachua Highlands a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want space and a quieter setting while staying close to Alachua's downtown and the schools in the local district. Homes are large — a median of about 3,713 square feet — and the assigned schools run from Early Learning Academy at Duval through Santa Fe High School. Nearby Turkey Creek adds trails and community amenities within a short drive.
Is Alachua Highlands expensive?+
It leans toward the higher end of the Alachua market. The four homes sold in the past year closed at a median of $781,250, and the current lone active listing is priced at $1,275,000. Because inventory is so thin, a single listing can pull the headline numbers up sharply.
What do homes cost in Alachua Highlands?+
Recent sales landed at a median of $781,250 over the past 12 months, while the one home on the market now is listed at $1,275,000, or about $343 per square foot. Sizes are generous, with a median around 3,713 square feet. You can track new listings as they hit on the live map.
How is the market in Alachua Highlands?+
It's fast but small. Only four homes sold in the last year, and listings have gone under contract in a median of about one day with sellers getting 96% of asking. With just one active listing today, buyers should be ready to move quickly when the right home appears among Alachua homes for sale.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Carrying costs here are reasonable, with a median HOA of about $25 a month. The median property tax runs roughly $5,986 a year, which tracks with the larger, higher-value homes in the neighborhood. Always confirm the exact figures for any specific property before you write an offer.
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