Gainesville Homes with Lake Front Water Frontage

Gainesville Homes with Lake Front Water Frontage

Welcome to Gainesville, Florida, a vibrant city nestled in the heart of Alachua County, renowned for its rich history, diverse culture, and stunning natural beauty. Home to the University of Florida, Gainesville boasts a youthful energy, with an array of educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities that make it a fantastic place to live, work, and play.

One of the most enchanting features of Gainesville is its access to beautiful lakefront properties. Imagine waking up to the gentle lapping of water against your dock, with expansive views of serene lakes right in your backyard. Homes with lakefront frontage in Gainesville offer not just a residence, but a lifestyle steeped in tranquility and outdoor adventure. Spend your weekends kayaking, fishing, or simply enjoying a sunset on the water.

Gainesville's lakefront homes come in various styles, from charming cottages to modern estates, catering to a wide range of tastes and budgets. Each property provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural splendor of Florida’s landscapes, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant wildlife.

In addition to the lakes, Gainesville is dotted with parks, trails, and recreational facilities, making it easy to stay active and engaged with nature. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a growing family, or looking to downsize, the lakefront homes in Gainesville offer a rare combination of peace, beauty, and community spirit. Discover your dream home in this idyllic setting, where the charm of small-town living meets the excitement of city life. Welcome to Gainesville – where your lakeside oasis awaits!

Newest Gainesville Homes with Lake Front Water Frontage

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Bivens Lake Estate S SubDv. ⋅ 32608 Zip Code

This beautifully updated ground-floor, end-unit condo at Bivens Lake Estates South offers a rare opportunity to enjoy lakefront living in a prime Gainesville location. Recent exterior renovations have been completed, and the interior has been thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom. Features include luxury vinyl plank flooring, contemporary wall paneling, resurfaced walls and ceilings, fresh interior paint, updated interior doors and hardware, and modern lighting throughout. The stylish kitchen showcases wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and updated fixtures, while the renovated bathroom features a tall vanity and tile flooring. All windows have been replaced, and the unit benefits from updated plumbing, including new water and sewer lines completed through approved condominium association improvements. The spacious living room is highlighted by floor-to-ceiling windows that frame beautiful views of Bivens Lake and the surrounding green space, creating the perfect setting to enjoy spectacular sunsets. Just steps from the back door, residents have convenient access to the community pool and pavilion. Additional features include a 2017 HVAC system, private lake access, and a canoe storage area. The monthly condominium fee covers exterior maintenance, building insurance, landscaping, and maintenance of the community amenities, including the pool, pavilion, and launch area. On a beautiful day you can head to the community dock or launch a kayak, paddleboard, or canoe to explore the gorgeous 189 acre lake right in your backyard. These are among the only waterfront condos in Gainesville and are conveniently located just one mile south of UF Health Shands Hospital and the University of Florida via bus route 13. Schedule your tour of this exceptional opportunity today.

2660 Sw 14th Drive Unit 125, Gainesville

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Highlands SubDv. ⋅ 32601 Zip Code

Just listed for sale- the 1924 Haynie House is the quintessential Florida Craftsman Bungalow. This beautiful home has 3 bedrooms plus an office and 2 full bathrooms in the main house, a detached 1 bedroom/1 bathroom apartment, a 1 car garage/workshop and sits on one of the largest properties in the Duckpond. Located on the main Boulevard on the duck pond, you will love the gorgeous views of the city-maintained, park-like setting with a meandering creek as it flows into the pond. The Duckpond is an area of 900 homes in the NE Gainesville Residential District. It is walking distance to downtown Gainesville, 2.5 miles to the University of Florida, UF Health/Shands and just 10 minutes to the Gainesville airport. One of the most walkable neighborhoods in Gainesville, it is just blocks to area shops and restaurants as well as Tom Petty and Roper Parks and the Thomas Center and gardens. This beautiful home emphasizes horizontal lines, local fieldstone and building materials and maintains a strong connection to the natural Florida landscape. From the front covered entry you enter the foyer with beautiful red oak wood floors. To the left is the large Great Room with a wood-burning fireplace and French Doors to the backyard. Off the Great Room is a Florida Room with walls of windows, built-in shelves and a Murphy bed to double as a guest room. To the right of the front door is the dining room with views of the creek across the street. Off the dining room is a large pantry and utility room. Beyond the dining room is the updated and beautiful kitchen with solid cypress wood cabinets, quartz countertops, custom tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances including a gas range and microhood. The floors have newer travertine tile. Off the Kitchen is a full bathroom with updated tile, fixtures and lighting throughout. Many updates have been done to the home, including a new roof in 2026, new HVAC in 2023 and new wiring in 2008. The water supply lines are copper and the sewer has been replaced. The crawlspace has a new Dryzone dehumidification system. Upstairs is the Primary Suite with a separate office and walk-in closet. There is an updated Jack-and-Jill Bathroom with new tile, vanity and shower glass enclosure. There are two additional upstairs guest bedrooms. All the upstairs bedrooms have heart pine floors. Some windows have been replaced. The large .26-acre lot spans to the street behind the home as well. Parking can be from the front under the Port Cochere or from the rear driveway and 1 car garage. Above the garage is the detached 1-bedroom/1-bathroom apartment. The open space has a kitchen complete with updated appliances. The bedroom is separate from the living space with large windows on three sides. Downstairs is a separate washer and dryer as well as additional storage space. The garage has automatic doors on both sides. Just off the garage is a detached, separate laundry room for the main house with a ton of additional storage. The large, fenced rear yard includes a paver patio perfect for grilling. The outdoor fireplace takes center stage for entertaining family and friends. This is a rare, updated home with a great location.

720 Ne Boulevard, Gainesville

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Montclair Cluster SubDv. ⋅ 32653 Zip Code

Virtually Staged. Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom traditional home in the highly desirable Millhopper/Montclair area of NW Gainesville. Step into the foyer and you're greeted by soaring 9-foot ceilings that carry through a separate formal living and dining area, perfect for entertaining. Continue into the open-concept family room, where those same high ceilings, abundant natural light, and a cozy fireplace. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas stove, and a breakfast nook with bar seating. The spacious owner's suite overlook the serene backyard with direct access to the screened porch. The master bath offers dual sinks, a jetted tub, a separate shower, and two walk-in closets. Nice view of the tranquil pond, nature preserve, and adjacent conservation area, where nature and wildlife abound. Upgrades include a roof and new piping (2020). Located in the well-established Millhopper Station community. You'll enjoy a low HOA fee and A+ rated schools, all within a short distance of Publix, local restaurants, banks, North Florida ER, San Felasco, and Devil's Millhopper State Park.

4009 Nw 67th Place, Gainesville

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Townhomes At The Lakes SubDv. ⋅ 32605 Zip Code

This lakefront townhouse welcomes you home with a charming private courtyard entry and peaceful views throughout the home. Sliding glass doors fill the kitchen with natural light and connect seamlessly to the front courtyard, creating a bright and inviting space for morning coffee or entertaining. Inside, the spacious living and dining areas overlook the lake and open onto a large screened porch with serene views of the water and surrounding pine forest. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a primary suite with calming lake views. A skylight above the staircase brings even more natural light into the home, while the thoughtful layout offers flexibility, storage, and comfortable everyday living. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and generous living space at this price point, this home offers an increasingly hard-to-find combination of space, comfort, and setting in NW Gainesville. The HOA also includes a community pool, perfect for cooling off during long Florida summers. Located in a quiet NW Gainesville community convenient to shopping, restaurants, UF, and everyday essentials, this home offers low-maintenance living in a peaceful natural setting.

2424 Nw 47th Lane, Gainesville

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Enclave The Rainbows SubDv. ⋅ 32605 Zip Code

Spacious home in the Enclave has an ideal location on a beautiful quarter acre lot. New roof in 2025 and updated HVAC in 2020. With four bedrooms and two baths, the home features a split-bedroom layout and an open living plan that includes an oversized screened porch. The porch has gorgeous views of the custom pond and fountain that is surrounded by lush landscaping and mature trees. Built in 1995 by Phil Emmer, this quality home features vaulted ceilings, a skylight and a fireplace flanked by built-in shelves in the living room.The kitchen has lots of cabinetry, a gas stove, a pantry, a breakfast bar and a breakfast nook. Two-car garage and dedicated laundry room connect to the kitchen. The spacious primary bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, walk-in closets, two vanities and a walk-in shower with updated glass doors. The large pie-shaped lot is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, and features a gate leading to a community trail that makes an easy walk to Norton Elementary. Lovely place to call home!

2305 Nw 44th Place, Gainesville

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Lincoln Estates 3rd Add SubDv. ⋅ 32641 Zip Code

A well-kept 4 bed 2 bath with modern features ALL UNDER $250,000! Inside, the layout offers comfortable living with a practical floor plan suited for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features beautiful granite countertops, backsplash and cooktop stove in the center island. The large windows bring in natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the home. Sitting on a generous lot, a spacious front yard with mature Florida greenery and ample room for outdoor enjoyment. The backyard provides additional space for gardening, pets, or future enhancements such as a patio or storage shed with access to the community park, walking trail and pond. This home offers convenient access to downtown Gainesville, UF, Shands/UF Health, and major commuter routes—making it an excellent choice for homeowners and investors alike. The property’s location places you just minutes from local parks, schools, shopping, and dining, while maintaining a tucked-away residential feel. Whether you're looking for a primary residence or a strong rental opportunity, this home delivers excellent value in a growing Gainesville community.

1009 Se 20th Street, Gainesville

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Bivens Lake Estate S SubDv. ⋅ 32608 Zip Code

Located along Bivens Arm Lake, this updated condo offers one of the most unique settings you will find this close to the University of Florida, Shands, downtown Gainesville, and everyday conveniences. Tucked beneath mature trees and surrounded by classic Florida scenery, the home features peaceful lake and wooded views from multiple rooms, creating a quiet retreat just minutes from campus and the center of town. Inside, the condo has been thoughtfully updated with modern finishes throughout, including luxury vinyl plank flooring, recessed lighting, upgraded windows, and a beautifully updated kitchen with white shaker-style cabinetry, black hardware, stone-look countertops, tile backsplash, black appliances, and an in-unit washer and dryer. The open living and dining areas connect to an enclosed sunroom/flex space with large windows overlooking the trees and water, offering a comfortable place to relax, work, or gather. The flexible layout includes two traditional bedrooms plus a third bedroom/flex room without a closet, giving the home valuable extra space for guests, an office, game-day visits, student housing, or full-time living. The bathroom has also been updated with a modern vanity, vessel sink, black fixtures, and a sliding glass tub/shower enclosure. The community setting adds even more appeal, with a lakefront pool, pavilion, shaded outdoor seating areas, and scenic grounds along the water. Additional highlights include a 2025 HVAC, and 2024 Water Heater. With its updated interior, flexible layout, lakefront community setting, and convenient Gainesville location, this condo offers a standout combination of comfort, views, and versatility.

2818 Sw 14th Drive Unit 107, Gainesville

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ N/A SubDv. ⋅ 32608 Zip Code

Lake front 2/2 home on beautiful Bivens Arm lake directly across from State Property and UF Veterinary. 1.74 acres with gorgeous giant live oak trees! Spacious back porch for sitting and enjoying the stunning lake view while relaxing and enjoying a beverage or Bar-B-Cueing! The interior features a large living room with pine walls, window large brick fireplace and hardwood flooring. Master BR has pine walls and wood flooring. Master bath has old style tile walls and tile flooring. 2nd bedroom is spacious and has wood floor. Large kitchen features custom McCallum built cabinetry along with appliances. Lots of windows throughout the entire home with incredible lake views and views of the large oaks! This is a one of a kind incredible nature lovers dream that a buyer won't want to miss.

1800 Sw 35th Place, Gainesville

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Hammock The SubDv. ⋅ 32653 Zip Code

Privacy, water views, and room to enjoy the outdoors define this beautifully updated single-story estate located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly desirable community of The Hammock in Northwest Gainesville. Offering 3,013 square feet of living space on 2.27 acres just off scenic Millhopper Road, the property combines peaceful surroundings with convenient access to the University of Florida and UF Health Shands Hospital, approximately 23 minutes away. Mature trees frame the home, which is positioned to capture tranquil views of a private lake and visiting wildlife. Inside, fresh interior paint, updated lighting, and new LVP and tile flooring create a clean, modern feel throughout. The practical split floor plan includes three bedrooms plus a dedicated home office, with two bedrooms able to close off behind a pocket door to create a private wing. The main living area features a gas fireplace and large doors that fully collapse open, seamlessly connecting the living room to an expansive screened deck overlooking the water. The kitchen offers excellent storage with a large walk-in pantry, while the oversized laundry room with sink adds everyday convenience. The primary suite includes two walk-in closets and peaceful views of the surrounding property. Additional highlights include a three-car garage with stairs leading to unfinished storage above, a covered breezeway connecting the garage to the home, and a spacious screened deck designed to enjoy the natural setting. Located near Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park and San Felasco Preserve State Park, this property offers a rare opportunity to own acreage, privacy, and lakefront scenery in one of Gainesville’s most scenic areas.

9510 Nw 59th Lane, Gainesville

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Bivens Lake Estate S SubDv. ⋅ 32608 Zip Code

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Lake Side living in Gainesville overlooking Bivens Lake. Located just minutes from UF, Shands, the VA, Butler Plaza shopping and dining, and major commuter routes. Community amenities include a pool and access to the scenic Bivens Arm Lake area, known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreation. This home offers a spacious living layout with great natural light and a flexible sunroom space that can easily serve as a home office, study area, workout space, or relaxing retreat. Move-in ready. The functional floor plan offers generous living space, in-unit laundry, and an open, welcoming feel throughout. Major system updates provide added peace of mind, including updated air conditioning system, water heater, and electrical improvements completed in the past year. Whether you are looking for your first home, a Gainesville landing spot, or a smart long-term investment, this property offers outstanding value in a highly convenient location.

2834 Sw 14th Drive Unit 305, Gainesville

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Bivens Lake Estate S SubDv. ⋅ 32608 Zip Code

Beautifully UPDATED 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom ground-floor condo in the ONLY waterfront condominium community in Gainesville, just 5 minutes from UF and Shands Hospital. This move-in-ready unit offers a generous floor plan with a renovated kitchen featuring granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, bright white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The living area opens through sliding glass doors to a bright sunroom. The sunroom overlooks Bivens Arm Lake and provides a peaceful space to enjoy the water views and surrounding natural setting. The bedroom includes a walk-in closet, and the unit also features a dedicated washer/dryer closet for added convenience. Bivens Lake South sits along Bivens Arm Lake and adjacent to Bivens Arm Nature Park, offering residents rare access to this scenic 189-acre reservoir, along with community amenities including a pool, pavilion, community dock, and kayak/canoe launch. Monthly association dues include exterior maintenance, building hazard insurance, water, and trash service, and the community has been recently re-piped. Schedule your showing today!

2830 Sw 14th Drive, Gainesville

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Colclough Hill 1st Addn-Clinch Grt SubDv. ⋅ 32601 Zip Code

4 bed 2.5 bath tri level home with new plumbing, new HVAC, new paint inside and out and newer metal roof, ready for you to move in and enjoy the 2.81 acres w beautiful nature view overlooking Colclough prairie / pond, the lot actually extends to the center of and has 250 feet of frontage on the prairie / pond making it wonderful for nature and bird lovers. All this just minutes to Shands the VA and the University of Florida and adjacent to Sweetwater Wetlands Nature Park! 4 bedrooms 2 baths upstairs, kitchen breakfast nook, formal dining, living and foyer and half bath on main level, family room garage and screened porch on lower level. All solid surface flooring. Also enjoy the large deck, fenced back yard and storage shed, very rage to have this view and such a convenient location come check this home out today! If you're not familiar with how awesome this location is so, you will be delighted to find it close and convenient to everything Gainesville has to offer being on the beltway of Gainesville without all the traffic of West Gainesville, this truly is a hidden Gem!

2901 Sw 4th Court, Gainesville

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