Neighborhood · Gainesville, Florida
University Park
West Gainesville living close to campus and everything else
13
Homes for sale
$549,000
Median list price
$320
Avg price / sqft
67
Median days on market
University Park sits on Gainesville's west side, the part of town most people picture when they think about proximity to the University of Florida and the tree-lined neighborhoods that surround it. It shares its corner of the map with well-known communities like Haile Plantation and Oakmont, and it's an easy comparison to the older-Florida charm of Duckpond closer to downtown. Families here draw from schools including Westwood Middle School and Gainesville High School, and the daily rhythm leans toward walkable errands and a short commute to campus.
For a buyer today, this is a small, moving market: 15 homes are active right now with a median list price of $525,500, while 55 homes have sold over the past year at a median of $425,000. That gap tells you sellers are pricing ambitiously, but the numbers keep them honest — homes are getting 98% of asking on average and taking a median of 58 days to sell. Browse the full picture among Gainesville homes for sale or watch inventory move on the live map.
University Park is a community in Gainesville, Florida.
Quick facts
$335,000 – $995K price range
2,001 sqft median home
$332/mo median HOA
$1,995/mo median rent
52 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in University Park
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$389,500
1320 NW 3RD AVENUE UNIT 242, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 2 ba · 860 sqft
$995,000
555 NW 23RD STREET, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,092 sqft
$335,000
1440 NW 3RD PLACE UNIT 305, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 2 ba · 837 sqft
$399,900$429,000
810 NW 19TH TERRACE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,369 sqft
$899,000
2207 NW 2ND AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,328 sqft
$525,500
1326 NW 10TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,026 sqft
$675,000
1732 NW 8TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,001 sqft
$365,000$375,000
1503 NW 17TH STREET, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,407 sqft
$745,000$774,000
2006 NW 14TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,536 sqft
$399,950
325 NW 14TH STREET UNIT 205, GAINESVILLE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,036 sqft
$699,000$749,000
2150 NW 7TH LANE, GAINESVILLE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,432 sqft
$549,000$569,000
2016 NW 7TH PLACE, GAINESVILLE
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,653 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The University Park market
52
Sold, last 12 months
$440,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
12 days
Median time to sell
University Park vs Gainesville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 13.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the University Park boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools University Park is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median University Park home
≈ $3,953/mo
$549,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$332/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,995/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
4,173
Median age
30
Median income
$61,923
Median home value
$377,890
Beyond the listings
Living in University Park
Lifestyles
Top 4% 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.
Entertainment
Top 13% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Beliefs
Top 17% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Emotional
Top 22% in the U.S.Memory Lane
Intentionally preserving memories of lost loved ones, joyful times, or reflecting on painful experiences in the past.
Entertainment
Top 24% in the U.S.Competitive Nature
These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.
Relationships
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.
Straight answers
University Park FAQs
Is University Park a good place to live?+
It's a west-side Gainesville neighborhood with quick access to the University of Florida and a handful of established schools like Gainesville High School. With 55 homes sold in the past year, it's an active, settled community rather than a sleepy one. Buyers who want to be close to campus without living in student housing tend to like the balance here.
Is University Park expensive?+
It sits in the mid-to-upper range for Gainesville, with a median list price of $525,500 and an average of $341 per square foot. The past year's sales tell a slightly softer story, with a median sold price of $425,000. There's real spread too — active listings start at $210,000 and reach $995,000.
What do homes cost in University Park?+
The median home is about 1,981 square feet, and current listings run from $210,000 up to $995,000 with a median list price of $525,500. Over the last 12 months the median sold price landed at $425,000, so buyers who negotiate on well-priced homes can often come in under the asking numbers you see today.
How is the market right now?+
There are 15 active listings and a median of 58 days on market, which is a measured pace rather than a frenzy. Sellers are still getting 98% of asking on average, so pricing discipline matters on both sides. You can track new inventory as it hits on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $423 per month, which is on the higher side and usually reflects maintained community amenities. Property taxes come in around $6,214 per year at the median. If you're weighing a rental strategy, the median rent here is about $2,000 per month.
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