Gainesville Homes under $250,000

Gainesville Homes under $250,000

Welcome to Gainesville, Florida, a vibrant city nestled in the heart of Alachua County. Known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural beauty, and a lively atmosphere, Gainesville is a delightful place to call home. With a population that thrives on diversity, the city offers a unique blend of urban conveniences and small-town charm, making it an ideal setting for families, students, and professionals alike.

Gainesville is home to the prestigious University of Florida, which injects a youthful energy into the city. Enjoy the bustling local arts scene, explore the picturesque parks, or indulge in the eclectic dining options that range from farm-to-table eateries to cozy cafés. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, where you can hike, bike, or even spot wild bison!

For those seeking affordable housing options, Gainesville has an array of homes available under $250,000. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize, you’ll find charming single-family homes, townhouses, and condos that fit your budget without compromising on quality. Many of these properties boast spacious yards, modern amenities, and are conveniently located near schools, shopping centers, and recreational areas.

With its welcoming community, thriving economy, and an abundance of outdoor activities, Gainesville is not just a place to live; it's a lifestyle. Discover your dream home in this enchanting city today, and experience all that Gainesville has to offer!

Newest Gainesville Homes under $250,000

4519 Sherwood Trace, Gainesville
$249,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Forest Of The Unicorn The Lakes SubDv. ⋅ 32605 Zip Code
Welcome home to 4519 Sherwood Trace, a truly unique residence located in one of NW Gainesville’s neighborhoods. Unlike standard units in the community, this home features standout custom craftsmanship designed and cared for by its original owner. Step inside to discover an inviting, open floor plan highlighted by stunning custom tray ceilings that immediately elevate the main living areas. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, showcase-ready with high-end custom cabinetry that provides exceptional storage, functional layout enhancements, and a refined look you won't find anywhere else in the complex. Enjoy quality finishes, architectural character, and the peace of mind that comes with single-owner care. Conveniently located near Gainesville schools, parks, shopping, and dining, with easy access to UF and downtown. Schedule your private showing today to experience this one-of-a-kind home!

4519 Sherwood Trace, Gainesville
9124 Sw 51 Road Unit B 303, Gainesville
$179,900
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ The Village At Haile SubDv. ⋅ 32608 Zip Code
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION — Urban Living at Its Best in Haile Village Center! Welcome to one of the finest locations in Haile Village Center! This beautifully remodeled 3rd-floor home offers the perfect blend of stylish living, comfort, and walkable convenience—with the best of the Village right outside your door. Step inside to a light, bright, and inviting interior featuring vaulted ceilings, wood-look tile throughout, solid-surface countertops, newer fans & lighting, and a completely remodeled bathroom. The open kitchen overlooks the spacious family room, creating a wonderful setting for everyday living or entertaining. Step through the family room onto your private balcony, where you can relax and enjoy beautiful tree-lined views and a front-row view of the Haile Village Center fountain and all the activity below. The elevated 3rd-floor setting provides a wonderful sense of privacy while keeping you connected to everything happening in the Village. And the lifestyle is truly unbeatable! Walk to restaurants, coffee shops, playgrounds, the farmers market, and more. Enjoy Saturday mornings strolling to the market, grab coffee at Patticakes, meet friends for dinner, or head out onto the nearby walking trails—all just steps from home. With its beautifully updated interior, vaulted ceilings, private balcony, gorgeous views, and exceptional walkability, this home delivers the best of urban-inspired living in the heart of Haile Village Center. You simply can't beat this location! HOA included the community pool & fitness center.

9124 Sw 51 Road Unit B 303, Gainesville
3626 Ne 12 Street, Gainesville
$220,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Highland Court Manor No 5 SubDv. ⋅ 32609 Zip Code
A great opportunity is here in Gainesville! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 975 sq. ft. of living space on a spacious 9,148 sq. ft. lot. Recent improvements include a brand-new roof, new flooring, and a new air conditioning system. The home offers a functional layout with plenty of potential to add your personal touch and make it your own. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and everyday amenities. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or seeking an investment opportunity, this property is ready for its next owner. Schedule your showing today!

3626 Ne 12 Street, Gainesville
4319 Nw 29th Terrace, Gainesville
$235,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Springtree Unit Ii SubDv. ⋅ 32605 Zip Code
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in Springtree! Vaulted ceilings and an open living and dining area create an airy, inviting space, with sliding glass doors leading to a backyard enclosed by wood fencing—perfect for relaxing, gardening, or enjoying outdoor gatherings. The kitchen features contrasting cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range. The bathroom offers a tub/shower combination and distinctive hexagon tile flooring. A separate laundry room with shelving and a folding counter adds everyday convenience, while the attached one-car garage provides parking and additional storage. This property is walkable to dog friendly Springtree Park with walking paths, playground, and picnic benches. With a roof replaced in 2022, this home is ready for your personal touch!

4319 Nw 29th Terrace, Gainesville
5239 Sw 67th Street, Gainesville
$234,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Arredondo Estates 4 SubDv. ⋅ 32608 Zip Code
BRAND-NEW 2026 MANUFACTURED HOME IN ARREDONDO ESTATES, MINUTES FROM CELEBRATION POINTE AND KANAPAHA BOTANICAL GARDENS! Be the first to call this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home your own, offering approximately 1,493 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on a 0.21-acre homesite in Southwest Gainesville. From the moment you arrive, the 16-foot front dormer, shake and board-and-batten accents, and upgraded hard-backed stucco skirting create an attractive, finished exterior. Step inside to a bright, welcoming open floor plan designed for both comfortable everyday living and gathering with family and friends. A cedar-tone ceiling beam, accent wall, built-in entertainment center, upgraded trim, and contemporary black finishes add character throughout the main living space. The kitchen is truly the heart of the home, with a generous center island perfect for morning coffee, casual meals, or conversation while cooking. A separate coffee bar with open shelving, soft-close cabinetry, ceramic tile backsplash, black pull-down faucet, and stainless-steel appliances complete the space. The split-bedroom floor plan gives the primary suite a sense of privacy, with its own ensuite bath featuring a double-sink vanity and spacious 60-inch shower with built-in bench and framed sliding glass door. Two additional bedrooms and a full guest bath are tucked away on the opposite side of the home, providing comfortable space for family, guests, hobbies, or a home office. A dedicated utility room offers washer and dryer connections, and a sliding glass door opens the possibility for a future patio or outdoor retreat. Thoughtful features continue with low-E windows, upgraded insulation, LED lighting, programmable thermostat, 200-amp electrical service, architectural-style shingles, new central A/C, and termite pretreatment. The home is professionally set and anchored with a code-compliant tie-down system, constructed to Wind Zone II standards, and finished with upgraded hard-backed stucco skirting with integrated venting. Even the infrastructure is new, with a brand-new septic system and drain field, along with FGUA public utility water. The home is set up for compliance with FHA and VA financing requirements. Best of all, Arredondo Estates places you in an established Southwest Gainesville neighborhood convenient to Celebration Pointe, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, Haile Village Center, Butler Town Center, the Archer Braid Trail, I-75, the University of Florida, UF Health Shands, and the VA Medical Center. Brand-new construction, fresh finishes, new infrastructure, and a wonderfully convenient Gainesville location—all that's missing is you.

5239 Sw 67th Street, Gainesville
1567 Nw 29th Road Unit 3, Gainesville
$239,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Eagle Trace Townhomes SubDv. ⋅ 32605 Zip Code
Remarkable and spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome-style condominium in the highly desirable Eagle Trace community! Offering an exceptional combination of newer construction, generous square footage, affordability, and convenience, this is truly one of Gainesville's best values. The first floor features a rare ground-level owner's suite complete with a private bathroom and a large walk-in closet, making it ideal for multi-generational living, guests, or those seeking single-level accessibility. Upstairs, you'll find two oversized bedrooms, each with its own walk-in closet, along with a spacious hall bathroom featuring a dual-sink vanity. Eagle Trace is conveniently located just 2.3 miles from the University of Florida and offers easy access to I-75 via NW 39th Avenue. Residents enjoy outstanding community amenities, including a swimming pool, fitness center, clubhouse, and ample guest and resident parking. Plus, you're just minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences such as Chipotle, Lowe's, Home Depot, and much more. Come discover why so many residents love calling Eagle Trace home!

1567 Nw 29th Road Unit 3, 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
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
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
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
3510 Se 18th Avenue, Gainesville
$190,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Devonshire Hills Sub 11-10-20 SubDv. ⋅ 32641 Zip Code
Truly move-in ready! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath Gainesville home has been redone throughout with a new metal roof, new windows, fresh interior and exterior paint, beautifully refinished original wood floors, new granite countertops in the kitchen, and more. Inside, the original wood floors bring warmth to the living areas and bedrooms. The bright kitchen features white cabinetry and plenty of counter space, while the bathroom has a new vanity and fixtures. Outside, the home sits on a .23-acre corner lot with a fenced yard, mature trees, rear deck, and one-car carport. The work has been done—move in and make it yours! Conveniently located just a few miles from the University of Florida, UF Health, downtown Gainesville, shopping, dining, and more. Schedule your showing today!

3510 Se 18th Avenue, Gainesville
1118 Se 19th Street, Gainesville
$209,900
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ Lincoln Estates 1st Add SubDv. ⋅ 32641 Zip Code
PROBATE LISTING-This well-kept fully renovated home offers 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom spread over 1,169 square feet of inviting living space. Built in 1965, providing solid block construction featuring abundant natural light and wood flooring throughout (no carpet anywhere). The home also includes a versatile den/office space for your leisure. The updated kitchen with granite countertops, newer cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a brand-new refrigerator with an icemaker is extremely functional. A washer and dryer are also included. Other updates include a new roof and water heater in 2022, all new replacement windows and doors in 2021, and an HVAC system installed in 2015. Outside, enjoy a spacious landscaped yard and a bonus 12-by-24-foot shed with electricity and a covered carport. Come see for yourself!

1118 Se 19th Street, Gainesville
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