Gainesville Homes under $400,000

Gainesville Homes under $400,000

Welcome to Gainesville, Florida – a vibrant city nestled in the heart of Alachua County, where Southern charm meets modern conveniences. Known for its lush landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Gainesville is not just home to the University of Florida, but also boasts a thriving arts scene, delectable dining options, and an array of outdoor activities. With its friendly atmosphere and a strong sense of community, Gainesville is the perfect place for families, students, and professionals alike.

For those seeking affordable homeownership in this dynamic city, you're in luck! Gainesville offers a variety of charming homes priced under $400,000, making it an attractive option for first-time buyers and those looking to invest in real estate. From cozy single-family homes with spacious yards to contemporary townhouses in vibrant neighborhoods, you’ll find a diverse selection that caters to different tastes and lifestyles.

Imagine waking up to the sounds of nature, with parks and trails just a stone's throw away, or enjoying weekends at the local farmers' market, where you can savor fresh produce and artisanal goods. With a strong sense of community and a commitment to sustainability, Gainesville is not just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive.

Whether you’re drawn by the academic atmosphere, the eclectic arts scene, or the beautiful natural surroundings, Gainesville is waiting to welcome you home. Explore the exciting opportunities in this charming city and discover your perfect residence under $400,000 today!

Newest Gainesville Homes under $400,000

4101 Nw 14th Place, Gainesville
$265,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Westwood Estates SubDv. ⋅ 32605 Zip Code
** RARE to FIND ***MOVE-IN-READY **With POOL*** This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath pool home is conveniently located in the heart of Gainesville! Situated on a spacious 0.34-acre lot, this SOLID BLOCK HOME offers 1,099 square feet of comfortable living space with an inviting, functional layout. The home features updated flooring throughout, a beautifully remodeled kitchen with a gas range and updated appliances, and an updated bathroom. Step outside to enjoy your own private backyard retreat, complete with a wood privacy fence, **SWIMMING POOL WITH DECK**, covered rear porch, and storage shed—plenty of space for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying Florida living. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, Thornebrook Village and the Millhopper area, with easy access to the University of Florida, UF Health/Shands, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital and I-75. Whether you're looking for a primary residence or an investment opportunity, also makes a perfect location for AIRBNB. This centrally located Gainesville home offers a wonderful combination of convenience, outdoor space, and move-in-ready appeal.

4101 Nw 14th Place, Gainesville
5431 Nw 33rd Place, Gainesville
$195,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Timberway Ii SubDv. ⋅ 32606 Zip Code
Virtually Staged. Welcome to Timberway! The unit is quietly situated in the back of the neighborhood. This move-in-ready 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome features a functional two-story layout with an open living and dining area and high ceilings. Sliding glass doors lead to an enclosed Florida room with an exposed brick wall, followed by a private rear patio surrounded by mature greenery. The main level includes the kitchen, a secondary bedroom with new carpet, and a full bathroom. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite offers a private bathroom, multiple closets, and plenty of room for an additional sitting or work area. Conveniently located in Gainesville near the University of Florida, and walking distance to medical facilities, shopping, dining, schools, and everyday amenities. Schedule your showing today!

5431 Nw 33rd Place, Gainesville
1321 Ne 20th Avenue, Gainesville
$275,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Carol Estate 1st Add SubDv. ⋅ 32609 Zip Code
Great opportunity to own a spacious mid-century modern home featuring the distinctive architectural character and design elements of the era, paired with thoughtful updates and a highly versatile floor plan. Offering approximately 2,160 square feet of heated and cooled living space, this home features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, two main living areas and a split-bedroom layout that creates exciting possibilities for multigenerational living, an in-law suite, guest quarters or potential separate living space. Major improvements include a 2015 metal roof, updated windows, a 2015 remodel, fresh interior paint and BRAND-NEW vinyl flooring in the second main living area. The 2015 enclosure expanded the home's usable living space and created two distinct wings, each with 2 bedrooms, a full bath and its own living area, providing privacy and flexibility rarely found at this price point. Buyers may wish to explore the potential of configuring one side as an in-law suite or separate apartment-style space, subject to applicable zoning and permitting requirements. The updated kitchen features wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, updated countertops and backsplash, while both bathrooms have also been updated. Outside, enjoy a raised garden bed ready for its next gardener, a detached storage shed, and a large driveway offering plenty of parking. With its mid-century modern character, metal roof, updated windows, flexible split floor plan and 2,160 square feet of living space, this property offers a lot of home—and a lot of possibilities—for the price. Schedule your private showing today!

1321 Ne 20th Avenue, Gainesville
2362 Sw 42nd Way Unit 165, Gainesville
$219,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Hailey Gardens SubDv. ⋅ 32607 Zip Code
Well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse in Hailey Gardens. It features a fully equipped eat-in kitchen with all appliances, a washer/dryer in the laundry closet, a large living/dining room combo, a private screened back porch, and large, spacious upstairs bedrooms, each with its own full bath. Newer HVAC.The HOA takes care of all exterior maintenance, insurance, and trash pickup.Minutes to Butler Plaza Town Center & Celebration Pointe for endless shopping, dining, and entertainment.Easy transit and commuting links close to the University of Florida, UF Health Shands, and I-75.

2362 Sw 42nd Way Unit 165, Gainesville
518 Nw 94 Way, Gainesville
$319,900
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Hamilton Pond SubDv. ⋅ 32607 Zip Code
Fully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home at the end of a cul-de-sac in Hamilton Pond, set on a wooded 0.38-acre lot in West Gainesville. A NEW METAL ROOF (2026) leads the list of updates, along with new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new carpet in the secondary bedrooms, fresh paint, and new lighting, ceiling fans, fixtures and hardware throughout. The living and dining areas share a vaulted ceiling and wide windows that look out to the trees. The eat-in kitchen has new quartz countertops, tile backsplash, new stainless steel appliances and a skylight for natural light. The split floor plan places the primary suite on its own side of the home, with a walk-in closet and a renovated bath featuring a dual-sink vanity and a tiled walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms share a second renovated full bath. A screened back porch opens to a shaded, tree-lined backyard. Two-car garage, covered front entry and a long driveway. Water heater 2022. About a quarter mile from Newberry Road and roughly 2 miles from I-75, close to shopping, dining and Tioga Town Center.

518 Nw 94 Way, Gainesville
2839 Ne 10th Drive, Gainesville
$269,900
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Highland Court Manor SubDv. ⋅ 32609 Zip Code
4 bedroom 2 bath plus bonus room totally remodeled currently used as a short term airbnb as a 5 bedroom, great investment or homestead! Beautiful transom windows and interior courtyard let in lots of natural light!

2839 Ne 10th Drive, Gainesville
4425 Nw 61st Terrace, Gainesville
$285,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Summer Creek Ph I SubDv. ⋅ 32606 Zip Code
Beneath a canopy of mature oaks on a 0.23-acre corner lot, this single-story Summer Creek residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and vaulted living space. The living room is anchored by a floor-to-ceiling natural stone fireplace with a wood-burning firebox, a bay window that catches the afternoon light, and French doors opening to a screened lanai. Beyond the lanai, a wood privacy fence encloses a generous backyard filled with flowers and lush plantings, plus two storage sheds. The kitchen is finished in crisp white cabinetry with a breakfast bar and flows into a dining area framed by oversizedcorner windows. A split-bedroom plan gives the primary suite its own side of the home, with a custom-fitted walk-in closet, a sliding glass door to thebackyard and an en suite bath with a walk-in shower. Both baths have backlit vanity mirrors, and wood-look vinyl runs throughout with no carpet. Theroof was replaced in 2025, and the home has natural gas, fiber internet access, underground utilities and a setting outside the FEMA high-risk floodzone. The location is the real luxury: minutes to Devil's Millhopper, Thornebrook Village, Santa Fe College and I-75, with the Oaks Mall, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, UF and UF Health Shands an easy drive. Zoned for Meadowbrook Elementary, Fort Clarke Middle and Buchholz High, all A-rated for 2025-26 and among the top-rated schools in Alachua County.

4425 Nw 61st Terrace, Gainesville
10006 Sw 90th Street, Gainesville
$349,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Kanapaha Pines Iii SubDv. ⋅ 32608 Zip Code
Welcome to your private Florida oasis! Nestled on a just over one-acre wooded lot, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of natural privacy and modern luxury. Step inside to an expansive, light-filled open living room featuring dramatic vaulted ceilings and a cozy wood-burning fireplace—the ultimate centerpiece for gatherings. The heart of the home features a kitchen equipped with all-brand-new stainless steel appliances, making meal prep a breeze. The entire home boasts all-new luxury vinyl plank flooring with absolutely no carpet anywhere, offering a seamless, low-maintenance look. Fresh interior paint, brand-new ceiling fans, and updated light fixtures make this turnkey home feel completely brand new. Enjoy ultimate peace of mind with major mechanical updates already taken care of, including a newer roof, newer water heater, and a newer AC system for maximum energy efficiency. Designed for privacy, the highly desirable split floor plan ensures a peaceful retreat for the primary suite away from the guest bedrooms. Outside, the property features low-maintenance, Florida-friendly landscaping that blends beautifully with the serene, wooded surroundings. Best of all, you can enjoy this peaceful country setting while remaining conveniently close to premier shopping, restaurants, UF, and hospitals. EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY: Looking for even more privacy or space to expand? Buyers have the rare option to purchase the vacant acre lot next door! Don’t miss your chance to own a slice of paradise—schedule your private tour today

10006 Sw 90th Street, Gainesville
907 Ne 24th Street, Gainesville
$149,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Florida Gardens SubDv. ⋅ 32641 Zip Code
Quaint 3-bedroom, 2-bath cinder block home in Florida Gardens with 1,098 square feet of living space. Built in 1958, this home has a solid, classic feel and features hard-surface flooring throughout with no carpet. The layout is simple and functional, with good natural light, spacious bedrooms, and two full bathrooms. There’s plenty of potential here for someone who wants to make it their own, and it could also be a great option for an investment property or rental. With its established neighborhood setting, manageable size, and opportunity for updates over time, this home is ready for its next chapter.

907 Ne 24th Street, Gainesville
8630 Nw 35th Road, Gainesville
$309,500
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Northridge Ph I SubDv. ⋅ 32606 Zip Code
Welcome to this 3BR/2BA, 1,519 sq ft split-plan home in Northridge, minutes from Santa Fe College. Both bathrooms have been remodeled, the interior is freshly painted, and the roof was replaced in 2017. A bonus room off the entry makes an ideal office or den. The kitchen opens to the family room, with sliders leading to a deck and fenced backyard. You'll find stainless steel appliances, generous cabinetry and counter space, and a breakfast nook with an oversized window that fills the room with natural light. The primary suite features a tray ceiling, built-in bedside shelving, a walk-in closet, and a remodeled ensuite with custom cabinetry and a large walk-in shower with dual shower heads. On the opposite side of the home, two additional bedrooms share a remodeled bath with updated cabinetry and a walk-in shower. Additional features include a separate laundry room, two-car garage, mature shade trees, and a cozy front porch. Northridge offers a community pool plus basketball and tennis courts, with easy access to I-75, shopping, and dining. Schedule your showing today.

8630 Nw 35th Road, Gainesville
7925 Sw 82nd Drive, Gainesville
$299,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Longleaf Unit 4 Ph 8 SubDv. ⋅ 32608 Zip Code
Welcome to effortless Florida living in this immaculate, low maintenance 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in the highly desirable Longleaf community. Thoughtfully designed with quality finishes, elegant details, and energy-efficient features, this beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. From the moment you step inside, you’ll appreciate the impressive 10-foot ceilings, crown molding, abundant natural light, and warm hand-scraped engineered hardwood floors that extend throughout the main living areas. The open concept layout creates an inviting atmosphere and makes entertaining friends and family a breeze. At the heart of the home is the beautifully upgraded kitchen, featuring granite countertops, maple cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island with plenty of room for meal preparation and casual dining. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, creating a functional space that is equally suited for everyday living or entertaining. The spacious primary suite provides a relaxing retreat, complete with a luxurious en-suite bathroom featuring a granite double vanity, oversized walk-in shower, and generous walk-in closet. The second bedroom offers flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional living space. Built by renowned local builder Tommy Williams, this home combines quality craftsmanship with energy conscious construction and the added benefit of Clay Electric. Step outside and enjoy Florida’s beautiful weather from the welcoming front porch or private back patio, overlooking a fully fenced backyard that offers room to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy your own outdoor space. Residents of Longleaf enjoy access to resort style amenities, adding to the community’s exceptional lifestyle. Ideally located just minutes from the University of Florida, UF Health Shands Hospital, the VA Hospital, I-75, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this home offers an unbeatable combination of location and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for a low maintenance primary residence, a comfortable home close to UF and medical facilities, or an investment in one of Gainesville’s sought after communities, this Longleaf gem is one you won’t want to miss. Schedule your private showing today!

7925 Sw 82nd Drive, Gainesville
5606 Sw 8th Place, Gainesville
$177,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Rockwood Villas Unit Ii SubDv. ⋅ 32607 Zip Code
Virtually Staged. Enjoy updated, low-maintenance living in Gainesville’s popular Rockwood Villas community. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhome offers 1,370 square feet with a versatile two-story floor plan and an impressive list of recent improvements. Inside, the main living areas feel fresh and inviting with updated flooring and interior paint. The renovated kitchen features new appliances and connects easily with the dining and living spaces, creating a comfortable layout for both everyday life and entertaining. The first-floor primary suite adds convenience and privacy and includes its own en suite bath. Also downstairs, sliding glass doors open to the refreshed screened lanai, providing a peaceful outdoor space for morning coffee, reading, or unwinding at the end of the day. Upstairs are the additional bedrooms and baths, including a secondary bedroom with a private en suite bathroom—an excellent setup for guests, family members, roommates, or a home office. All three bathrooms have been updated, and a newer water heater adds another valuable improvement. Rockwood Villas offers an amenity-rich lifestyle with swimming pools, tennis, basketball and volleyball, while the association provides for many exterior and community maintenance items, including common areas, roof, siding, lawn care, pest control and pool maintenance. The location puts you within easy reach of the University of Florida, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, Butler Plaza, The Oaks Mall, restaurants, shopping and everyday conveniences. With three bedrooms, three full baths, substantial updates and a desirable Gainesville location, this Rockwood Villas home offers a combination of flexibility, convenience and low-maintenance living that is difficult to beat. Come see everything this updated Rockwood Villas townhome has to offer!

5606 Sw 8th Place, Gainesville
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