Homes zoned for
Stephen Foster Elementary School
An Affordable Corner of Gainesville With Quick Sales
18
Homes for sale
$234,950
Median list price
$214
Avg price / sqft
86
Median days on market
The Stephen Foster Elementary zone sits in northwest Gainesville, a neighborhood of established, modestly sized homes that feels genuinely lived-in. Families here have easy reach to some of the area's known schools, from the Early Learning Academy at Duval for the youngest kids through options like Gainesville High School and F. W. Buchholz High School as they grow.
For buyers, this is one of the more accessible pockets of Gainesville homes for sale, with a median list price of $232,450 and homes averaging $202 per square foot. Inventory is tight — just 14 active listings — and well-priced homes move fast, with a median of 9.5 days on market. If you want to see what's available right now, start with the live map.
Stephen Foster Elementary School is an attendance zone in Gainesville, Florida.
Quick facts
$144,000 – $365K price range
1,177 sqft median home
$291/mo median HOA
$1,230/mo median rent
42 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$225,000
1242 NW 30TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 1 ba · 857 sqft
$274,900
825 NW 19TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 1 ba · 754 sqft
$295,000$300,000
1714 NW 9TH STREET, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,262 sqft
$249,900$264,900
1019 NW 25TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,133 sqft
$225,000$229,000
807 NW 24TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 1 ba · 871 sqft
$256,900$259,900
3177 NW 9TH TERRACE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,220 sqft
$165,000
1710 NW 7TH STREET UNIT 303, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 986 sqft
$305,000
905 NW 36TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,593 sqft
$144,000$149,900
1710 NW 7TH STREET UNIT 604, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 986 sqft
$298,900$299,000
1116 NW 32ND AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,434 sqft
$225,000
1119 NW 25TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,224 sqft
$169,000
905 NW 21ST AVENUE UNIT 905, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,324 sqft
Every active listing inside the Stephen Foster Elementary School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Stephen Foster Elementary School market
42
Sold, last 12 months
$220,500
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
24 days
Median time to sell
Stephen Foster Elementary School vs Gainesville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 1.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Stephen Foster Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Stephen Foster Elementary School home
≈ $2,004/mo
$234,950 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$291/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,230/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
5,132
Median age
41
Median income
$45,622
Median home value
$171,992
Beyond the listings
Living in Stephen Foster Elementary School
Attitudes
Top 6% 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.
Emotional
Top 11% in the U.S.Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
Beliefs
Top 11% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Appearance oriented
Top 11% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 11% 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 13% in the U.S.Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Straight answers
Stephen Foster Elementary School FAQs
Is the Stephen Foster Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It's a practical, established part of northwest Gainesville with straightforward access to schools like Kanapaha Middle School and nearby high schools. The homes are modest and the neighborhood is settled, which appeals to families and buyers who want an approachable entry into the area.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more affordable Gainesville zones, with a median list price of $232,450 and listings ranging from $145,000 to $365,000. At an average of $202 per square foot, it's an accessible option compared with pricier corners of the city.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
The median list price is currently $232,450, and homes that sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $233,500. With a median home size of 1,222 square feet, you're generally looking at compact, single-family properties.
How is the market right now?+
It's tight and moving fast — only 14 active listings, and homes take a median of just 9.5 days to sell. With 40 sales in the past year and sellers averaging 97% of asking, buyers should come prepared to act.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $291 per month, though not every home carries one, and median property taxes are around $2,938 per year. If you're weighing renting instead, the median rent in the zone is about $1,200 per month.
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