Neighborhood · Gainesville, Florida
Duckpond
Historic streets and front-porch charm near downtown
6
Homes for sale
$665,000
Median list price
$260
Avg price / sqft
237
Median days on market
Duckpond is one of Gainesville's oldest and most walkable neighborhoods, defined by oak-canopied streets, historic homes, and an easy stroll to downtown. The character here leans toward restored craftsman houses and front porches that invite conversation, with families often choosing it for proximity to Early Learning Academy at Duval and the broader rhythm of city life. If you want the opposite of cookie-cutter suburbia, this is a place with real texture and history.
The market here is small and selective — just 6 active listings right now, with a median list price of $677,000 and homes that tend to sit a while before selling. Over the past year 35 homes changed hands at a median sold price of $395,000, a reminder that list prices skew high for the larger restored properties while actual closings land lower. Buyers who like this area often also compare nearby Duval Heights and University Park, or browse the wider pool of Gainesville homes for sale before committing.
Duckpond is a community in Gainesville, Florida.
Quick facts
$410,000 – $700K price range
2,412 sqft median home
$1,825/mo median rent
33 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Duckpond
$700,000$730,000
720 NE BOULEVARD, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,693 sqft
$699,000$750,000
717 NE BOULEVARD, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,127 sqft
$410,000
703 NE 6TH PLACE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,765 sqft
$655,000$675,000
635 NE 9TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
6 bd · 3 ba · 3,454 sqft
$650,000$699,000
404 NE 10TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
5 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,420 sqft
$675,000$725,000
516 NE 4TH STREET, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,404 sqft
Every active listing inside the Duckpond boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Duckpond market
33
Sold, last 12 months
$395,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
46 days
Median time to sell
Duckpond vs Gainesville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 5.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Duckpond boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Duckpond is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Duckpond home
≈ $4,200/mo
$665,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,825/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,453
Median age
41
Median income
$99,525
Median home value
$300,470
Beyond the listings
Living in Duckpond
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Culture
Top 12% in the U.S.Artistic Appreciation
Galleries, city murals, and skillful latte art gets this population excited. They're always on the lookout for creative expression.
Lifestyles
Top 13% 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.
Active
Top 13% in the U.S.Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 13% 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.
Culture
Top 15% in the U.S.Dance Devotion
Some dance for fitness, others for fun, and a few turn it into a profession. No matter how these people groove to the music, their love for dance is what bonds them.
Straight answers
Duckpond FAQs
Is Duckpond a good place to live?+
Duckpond appeals to buyers who value historic homes, an oak-lined walkable setting, and proximity to downtown Gainesville. Families appreciate assignment to schools like Westwood Middle School, and the neighborhood's distinct character sets it apart from newer subdivisions.
Is Duckpond expensive?+
It runs toward the higher end for Gainesville, with a median list price of $677,000 and listings ranging from $410,000 to $725,000. That said, the median sold price over the past year was $395,000, so actual closings often land well below the headline list prices.
What do homes cost in Duckpond?+
The median home is about 2,412 sqft and prices average around $263 per square foot. Active listings currently span $410,000 to $725,000, while the median sold price over the last 12 months was $395,000 across 35 sales.
How is the market right now?+
It's a slower, buyer-friendly market with just 6 active listings and a median 173.5 days on market. Sellers are getting about 95% of asking on average, which leaves room to negotiate on homes that have been sitting.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Most of Duckpond carries no HOA, which is typical for an older in-town neighborhood. Expect property taxes around $5,827 per year at the median, and median rents in the area run about $1,400 per month.
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