Neighborhood · Gainesville, Florida
Stephen Foster
A walkable, affordable pocket of northwest Gainesville
11
Homes for sale
$249,900
Median list price
$207
Avg price / sqft
86
Median days on market
Stephen Foster is one of Gainesville's older northwest neighborhoods, built on a grid of established streets with mature trees and modestly sized homes. It sits within reach of the tree-lined character that defines nearby areas like Duckpond and University Park, and it draws buyers who want an in-town address without the price tags of newer master-planned communities like Haile Plantation or Oakmont.
For a buyer today, this is one of the more accessible corners of the Gainesville homes for sale market. With 11 active listings and a median list price of $249,900, entry points here run well below much of the city, and homes are moving at a steady clip — a median of 28 days on market and sellers collecting about 98% of asking. Browse what's available on the live map to see how quickly the smaller inventory turns over.
Stephen Foster is a community in Gainesville, Florida.
Quick facts
$194,000 – $365K price range
1,220 sqft median home
$1,400/mo median rent
26 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Stephen Foster
$225,000
1242 NW 30TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 1 ba · 857 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
$305,000
905 NW 36TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,593 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
$194,000
701 NW 24TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,123 sqft
$205,000$209,900
3137 NW 6TH STREET, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,080 sqft
$365,000
505 NW 37TH PLACE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,923 sqft
$285,000$295,000
903 NW 33RD AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,514 sqft
Every active listing inside the Stephen Foster boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Stephen Foster market
26
Sold, last 12 months
$233,500
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
17 days
Median time to sell
Stephen Foster vs Gainesville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 16.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Stephen Foster boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Stephen Foster is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Stephen Foster home
≈ $1,805/mo
$249,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,400/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,519
Median age
55
Median income
$47,944
Median home value
$178,234
Beyond the listings
Living in Stephen Foster
Emotional
Top 1% in the U.S.Gratitude
From generous tipping to standing ovations, this population has a way with giving someone a pat on the back.
Active
Top 2% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Lifestyles
Top 6% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 6% 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.
Appearance oriented
Top 6% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Lifestyles
Top 7% in the U.S.Hipster
This population swims against the tide of mainstream culture. Common interests include old music, antiques, and alternative diets (i.e., veganism).
Straight answers
Stephen Foster FAQs
Is Stephen Foster a good place to live?+
It's a good fit for buyers who want an established, walkable in-town neighborhood at a reasonable price. The area is assigned to Gainesville High School, along with Westwood Middle and Stephen Foster Elementary, and it sits close to the character of northwest Gainesville's older districts.
Is Stephen Foster expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable pockets in Gainesville. The median list price is $249,900, with active listings ranging from $72,000 up to $365,000, well below the pricing you'll find in communities like Oakmont.
What do homes cost in Stephen Foster?+
The median list price is $249,900 and homes trade at about $191 per square foot, with a typical size around 1,220 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 24 homes sold at a median price of $234,750.
How is the market right now?+
It's steady and competitive for its size. With 11 active listings, a median of 28 days on market, and sellers averaging 98% of asking, well-priced homes don't sit long — you can track new listings on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no reported HOA here, which keeps monthly carrying costs down compared to newer neighborhoods. The median annual property tax runs about $3,330, and rentals in the area go for a median of roughly $1,450 per month.
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