
Median Price
$295,000
Avg. Days on Market
25
YoY Price Change
+4.0%
Market Trend
Rising
About Gainesville
Home to the University of Florida, Gainesville's economy revolves around education and healthcare. Investors benefit from consistent rental demand while homebuyers find affordability that's rare in Florida's major metros.
What Makes It Stand Out
- University of Florida — top public research university
- UF Health Shands Hospital
- Consistent rental demand year-round
- Growing innovation and startup ecosystem
Lifestyle
Living in Gainesville
Walkability & Transit
Walk
Transit
Bike
Local Amenities
- Depot Park & Paynes Prairie State Preserve
- Downtown dining & Midtown restaurants
- UF Health Shands Hospital system
- Butler Plaza & Celebration Pointe shopping
Cost of Living
100 = National Average
Overall
92/ 100
Housing
85/ 100
Groceries
100/ 100
Transportation
95/ 100
Education
Schools in Gainesville
Alachua County Public Schools
Elementary
Middle
High
Neighborhoods
Where to Live in Gainesville

Historic & walkable
Duck Pond
Historic neighborhood with craftsman-style homes.

Family suburban
Haile Plantation
Master-planned community with village center.

Modern & connected
Celebration Pointe
Mixed-use development with retail and dining.
Gainesville, Florida
Local Insight
Broker Tips for Gainesville
For Buyers
Properties within the UF bus route zone command higher rents. Factor in proximity to campus shuttle stops when evaluating investment properties.
For Sellers
Parent buyers purchasing for UF students are a strong segment. Market to that demographic, especially in spring before fall enrollment.
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