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It's a solid choice if you value being close to the University of Florida and central Gainesville amenities. Families benefit from access to schools including Kanapaha Middle School, and the area draws a mix of students, professionals, and long-term residents. The compact home sizes and central location make it especially practical for first-time buyers.

No — this is one of Gainesville's more attainable areas, with a median list price of $176,500 and an average of $150 per square foot. Active listings range widely from $79,500 up to $849,000, so there's room for both budget buyers and those wanting something larger. For context, browse Gainesville homes for sale to see how this zone compares citywide.

The median sold price over the past 12 months was $190,000, and the current median list price is $176,500. Most homes are around 1,270 square feet, priced at roughly $150 per square foot. It's a market where a modest budget goes a real distance.

It's steady and balanced — 118 homes sold in the past year and 42 are active now, with a median 55.5 days on market. Sellers are getting about 95% of their asking price, which signals fair, negotiable pricing rather than bidding wars. That gives buyers a genuine chance to evaluate options before deciding.

The median HOA fee runs about $262 per month, though that varies by community and many single-family homes carry no HOA at all. Median property taxes come in around $2,456 per year, which is reasonable for the price point. If you're weighing renting versus buying, the median rent here is about $1,400 per month.