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GAINESVILLE, FL 32653

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Alachua County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
50
⇩ 13.8% vs 58 last year
Pending
12
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$304,900
⇩ 20.8% vs $384,900 last year
Average Price
$454,673
⇩ 5.1% vs $479,112 last year
Days on Market
98
⇧ 60.7% vs 61 days last year

Market Context

Population: 15,524  ·  Density: 155.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,508

Typical home value: $248,853  ·  Homeownership: 81.9%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The GAINESVILLE, FL real estate market (32653) currently shows 50 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 98 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 98 days on market compared to 61 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 20.8% year-over-year, from $384,900 to $304,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 50 this year vs 58 last year
  • Days on market: 98 now vs 61 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $304,900 (-20.8% YoY)
  • Average: $454,673 (-5.1% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.7 miles — 847 listings ($362,506,660 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
32653Gainesville, FL 326530.0 mi50$22,733,650$304,900$454,673
32605Gainesville, FL 326055.1 mi110$39,319,830$285,338$357,453
32615Alachua, FL 326157.1 mi110$52,923,750$357,500$481,125
32609Gainesville, FL 326097.6 mi41$9,541,807$230,000$232,727
32608Gainesville, FL 3260810.6 mi237$100,049,076$279,900$422,148
32641Gainesville, FL 3264113.4 mi46$10,208,504$216,750$221,924
32643High Springs, FL 3264315.0 mi57$24,469,074$339,750$429,282
32618Archer, FL 3261816.0 mi26$18,524,558$407,499$712,483
32667Micanopy, FL 3266718.2 mi16$22,891,408$549,000$1,430,713
32091Starke, FL 3209121.8 mi51$16,692,555$299,950$327,305
32640Hawthorne, FL 3264023.0 mi51$23,394,210$382,000$458,710
32061Lulu, FL 3206124.3 mi1$792,750$792,750$792,750
32693Trenton, FL 3269324.7 mi51$20,965,488$319,900$411,088

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GAINESVILLE, FL 32653?

As of January 2026, there are 50 active listings in GAINESVILLE, FL (zip code 32653), compared to 58 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GAINESVILLE, FL 32653?

The median listing price in GAINESVILLE, FL 32653 is $304,900 as of January 2026, a 20.8% decrease from $384,900 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in GAINESVILLE, FL?

Homes in GAINESVILLE, FL 32653 spend an average of 98 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 61 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GAINESVILLE, FL 32653?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GAINESVILLE, FL 32653 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 98 days on market compared to 61 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in GAINESVILLE, FL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GAINESVILLE, FL 32653 save an estimated $6,098 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $304,900. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.