Neighborhood · Gainesville, Florida
Innovation District
Research-driven living at the edge of UF
5
Homes for sale
$95,000
Median list price
$228
Avg price / sqft
25
Median days on market
The Innovation District sits where Gainesville's research economy meets everyday neighborhood life, close enough to the University of Florida and its spinoff companies to put work, study, and home in the same orbit. The area draws a mix of students, researchers, and professionals, with established communities like Haile Plantation, University Park, and Longleaf Village within reach and schools like Kanapaha Middle School serving families who settle in.
For buyers, this is a fast, compact market. With just 5 active listings and homes going under contract in a median of 4 days, you need to be ready to move — and the wide price range, from $57,500 to $949,000, means there's room for everyone from first-time buyers to those chasing something larger. Browse Gainesville homes for sale or watch the live map to catch new listings as they land.
Innovation District is a community in Gainesville, Florida.
Quick facts
$57,500 – $949K price range
1,020 sqft median home
$375/mo median HOA
$1,150/mo median rent
13 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Innovation District
$95,000
914 SW 8TH AVENUE UNIT 53, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 2 ba · 972 sqft
$499,000
605 SW 9TH STREET, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,627 sqft
$949,000
922 SW 7TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,530 sqft
$59,000
914 SW 8TH AVENUE UNIT 42, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,020 sqft
$57,500$73,000
914 SW 8TH AVENUE UNIT 26, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 1.5 ba · 972 sqft
Every active listing inside the Innovation District boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Innovation District market
13
Sold, last 12 months
$198,200
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
23 days
Median time to sell
Innovation District vs Gainesville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 31.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Innovation District boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Innovation District is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Innovation District home
≈ $1,203/mo
$95,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$375/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,150/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
4,295
Median age
24
Median income
$7,335
Beyond the listings
Living in Innovation District
Lifestyles
Top 3% 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.
Relationships
Top 9% in the U.S.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.
Emotional
Top 12% in the U.S.Memory Lane
Intentionally preserving memories of lost loved ones, joyful times, or reflecting on painful experiences in the past.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 14% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 19% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Attitudes
Top 20% in the U.S.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.
Straight answers
Innovation District FAQs
Is the Innovation District a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit for anyone tied to the University of Florida or its research economy, since work, study, and home sit close together. Families also have access to assigned schools including Kanapaha Middle School and Gainesville High School, and established neighborhoods like Oakmont and Haile Plantation are nearby.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
The median list price is $95,000, which is modest, but that reflects a market heavy on smaller units — median home size is about 1,020 sqft at roughly $228 per square foot. Prices climb quickly for larger homes, with active listings reaching as high as $949,000.
What do homes cost in the Innovation District?+
Active listings currently range from $57,500 to $949,000, with a median list price of $95,000. Over the last 12 months, 11 homes sold at a median price of $198,200, so actual closing prices often land above the entry-level list numbers.
How is the market right now?+
It's quick and competitive — homes go under contract in a median of 4 days, and sellers are getting about 96% of asking on average. With only 5 active listings, you'll want to track the live map and act fast when something fits.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $375 per month, which is on the higher side and often reflects condo or managed-community living. Median property tax is around $1,404 per year, and if you're weighing renting first, the median rent sits near $1,150 per month.
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