Gainesville Homes under $500,000

Gainesville Homes under $500,000

Welcome to Gainesville, Florida – a vibrant city nestled in the heart of Alachua County, where Southern charm meets a dynamic cultural scene. Known for its lush landscapes and rich history, Gainesville is home to the University of Florida, which infuses the city with youthful energy and a diverse population. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a history buff, or a foodie, Gainesville offers something for everyone.

One of the most appealing aspects of Gainesville is its affordability, especially when it comes to housing. If you’re searching for homes under $500,000, you’ll find a delightful array of options that cater to various lifestyles and preferences. From charming single-family homes in family-friendly neighborhoods to modern townhouses near the bustling downtown area, there’s a perfect fit for every buyer.

Imagine waking up in a cozy abode surrounded by the serene beauty of nature, with parks and trails just a stone's throw away. Gainesville boasts an impressive selection of homes that provide both comfort and accessibility to the city’s many amenities. You’ll enjoy local farmers' markets, eclectic dining options, and a thriving arts scene, all while being part of a welcoming community.

With its excellent schools, ample recreational opportunities, and a strong sense of community, Gainesville is an ideal place to call home. Explore the possibilities today and discover your dream home in this enchanting city, where your future awaits under the Florida sun!

Newest Gainesville Homes under $500,000

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
4233 Nw 36th Street, Gainesville
$479,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Capri Cluster Ph 4 SubDv. ⋅ 32605 Zip Code
Discover your newly updated home at 4233 NW 36th St, Gainesville, FL 32605, offering a comfortable living experience with its 2,777 square feet of living space. The property boasts three bedrooms, providing ample room for relaxation or work-from-home needs. Situated on a 0.25-acre lot, the home accords a generous outdoor space that can be tailored to your outdoor living preferences, whether that's gardening, play, or simply enjoying the Florida weather. The property's thoughtful design emphasizes both form and function, ensuring a seamless flow throughout the living areas. Its location in Gainesville provides convenient access to the city's attractions and amenities, while still offering a sense of tranquility and privacy.

4233 Nw 36th Street, 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
79 Nw 48th Boulevard Unit 16, Gainesville
$425,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Madison Square At Millpond SubDv. ⋅ 32607 Zip Code
Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath “Single family Home” condo in the desirable Madison Square at Mill Pond community. Offering move-in-ready, low-maintenance living in a prime Gainesville location, this home features a private paver patio courtyard and a spacious screened porch with solar screening. Inside, all new luxury Vinyl Plank has been installed all throughout this home and with high ceilings complementing an inviting, open layout. The kitchen offers a great area for food prep with tile countertops, ample cabinetry, and newer appliances. The kitchen opens to an oversized dining and living area featuring 10 foot ceilings and French doors, perfect for entertaining. The primary suite includes two large walk-in closet and with a master bathroom with dual vanities, a walk-in shower, jetted tub, and private water closet. The second bath area is conveniently located for your guests in the hallway and features new luxury vinyl plank flooring and paint. Additional features include a laundry/utility room, porch, private courtyard patio, an oversized 2 car garage with lots of storage space, community pool, tennis courts, and walkable neighborhood setting. The HOA includes exterior maintenance, roof, lawn and grounds care. Ideally located off Newberry Road, directly across from Gainesville Health & Fitness and close to Shands UF, North Florida Regional Medical Center, and the University of Florida. This exceptional single family condo combines thoughtful updates, generous living space, and a convenient Gainesville location!!!!

79 Nw 48th Boulevard Unit 16, 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
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