North Central Florida Real Estate

North Central Florida offers a diverse and vibrant real estate market, with Alachua County and Marion County being two of its prominent counties. Let's explore each of these regions and their real estate characteristics.

Alachua County is known for its rich cultural heritage and thriving academic community, thanks to the presence of the University of Florida in Gainesville. The real estate market in Alachua County has experienced steady growth over the years, driven by a mix of factors such as a strong local economy, a growing population, and a balanced mix of residential, commercial, and agricultural properties.

Gainesville, the county seat, offers a range of residential options, including single-family homes, townhouses, condos, and apartments. The demand for housing is often bolstered by the steady influx of students, faculty, and staff associated with the University of Florida. The city's vibrant atmosphere, excellent schools, and diverse cultural scene make it an attractive destination for homebuyers. Rural and Agricultural Properties: Outside of Gainesville, Alachua County boasts beautiful rural landscapes and agricultural areas. Farms, ranches, and large-acreage properties are available, catering to those seeking a more rural and laid-back lifestyle.

Marion County is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, horse farms, and natural beauty. Ocala, the county seat, is often referred to as the "Horse Capital of the World" and attracts equestrian enthusiasts from all over. The real estate market in Marion County offers a blend of rural charm and urban amenities. The horse industry is a significant driver of the real estate market in Marion County. Horse farms and properties with equestrian facilities are highly sought after, both by local and international buyers with a passion for horses. Ocala and other communities in Marion County present an array of residential options ranging from historic homes in the downtown areas to modern suburban developments. The region's relatively lower cost of living and access to nature make it appealing to families and retirees. Marion County also features several golf course communities, attracting golf enthusiasts who seek to combine their love for the sport with a relaxed Florida lifestyle.

Both Alachua County and Marion County benefit from Florida's pleasant climate, making them attractive destinations for buyers seeking to escape colder northern regions. Additionally, being situated in North Central Florida offers the advantage of being relatively close to major cities like Orlando and Tampa, while still enjoying a more laid-back and nature-oriented lifestyle.

Latest North Central Real Estate For Sale

$424,900
4 Beds 3 Baths 100603111 MLS
Situated in the highly sought-after Four Oaks community of Evans, this beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers over 2,500 square feet of living space, newer interior paint, newer carpet, and an incredible outdoor setup complete with an in-ground pool, screened porch, and privacy-fenced backyard. The main level features an open and functional floor plan with a spacious great room, formal dining room that can easily serve as a flex space, and a convenient mudroom with built-in drop zone. The kitchen is positioned at the heart of the home and features real wood cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, a farmhouse-style sink, center island, and large walk-in pantry. Upstairs, the spacious owner's suite features a private bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, and an expansive walk-in closet complete with a custom built-in closet system. Three additional bedrooms provide plenty of space for family, guests, a home office, or whatever fits your lifestyle. An additional full bathroom with dual vanities and an upstairs laundry room complete the second level. Step outside to the screened-in porch overlooking the paved patio, privacy-fenced backyard, and in-ground pool--the perfect setup for entertaining, summer cookouts, pool days, or simply enjoying your own space at home. The pool is currently closed for the season and will be cleaned and prepared prior to closing for the new owner. The Four Oaks community offers desirable neighborhood amenities including a clubhouse, community pool, sidewalks, and street lights, making this home even more appealing. Truly central to everything and zoned for Columbia County Schools, you'll be just minutes from parks and walking trails, shopping, dining, recreation, and convenient access to I-20. Schedule your private showing today and see everything this Evans home has to offer.

108 Blazing Creek Ct, Evans

Courtesy of Re/max True Advantage

$499,000
4 Beds 3 Baths GC543367 MLS
Virtually Staged. New-build custom home in High Springs, located in the desirable community of Weston Oaks! Take advantage of a $10,000 builder incentive toward buyer closing costs or interest rate buy-down with an acceptable offer. Completed in 2026 by Square D Construction, this thoughtfully designed home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and over 2,100 square feet of conditioned living space. Featuring a timeless farmhouse-inspired aesthetic, the home showcases 10-foot ceilings and wide-plank luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. The bright open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas create an inviting space for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is a standout, including custom wood shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, an oversized center island, abundant storage, a classic subway tile backsplash, black accent details, and stylish statement lighting. The primary bedroom features a tray ceiling and a spacious ensuite bath with a separate walk-in shower, generously sized soaking tub, dual vanities, private water closet, and oversized walk-in closet. The functional split-bedroom floor plan places the primary suite on one side of the home, while the additional bedrooms are located on the opposite side for added privacy. One guest bedroom includes its own ensuite bath, ideal for visiting family or overnight guests. A dedicated laundry room, conveniently located off the attached two-car garage, adds even more functionality with matching custom cabinetry and a utility sink. Situated on a spacious .35-acre, fully fenced corner lot, the backyard offers plenty of room to entertain, garden, play, or simply enjoy Florida’s year-round outdoor lifestyle. The spacious open patio extends the living space outdoors, creating an ideal setting for grilling, dining, and gathering with friends and family. Ideally located just minutes from shopping, restaurants, Publix, historic downtown High Springs, and nearby Alachua, with quick access to I-75 and US-441, this home offers an easy commute to the University of Florida, UF Health, HCA North Florida Hospital, and Gainesville. With everyday conveniences close by and the small-town charm of both Alachua and High Springs, this truly is the perfect place to call home!

20488 Nw 160th Lane, High Springs

Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER M.M. PARRISH REALTORS

$349,900
4 Beds 3 Baths 100603006 MLS
Welcome to this immaculate two-story, four-bedroom traditional-style home in Grovetown! Step inside to an inviting open-concept living space filled with natural light and thoughtful features. The kitchen offers granite countertops, and an abundance of cabinet storage, including exquisite custom backsplash. The main living area, in addition to coffered ceilings, features a dedicated office space, providing a convenient spot for working from home, studying, or managing household tasks! Upstairs, the impressive primary suite is perfect for a peaceful retreat with a walk-in closet and a spacious bathroom featuring a separate shower and soaking tub. Three additional bedrooms provide plenty of flexibility for family, guests, or additional living needs. A massive two-car garage with epoxy flooring provides additional storage and functionality. Outside, the large privacy-fenced backyard is ready for relaxing or entertaining, with a covered patio that creates the perfect setting for outdoor dining, gatherings, or enjoying your morning coffee. Past the fence, mature landscaping provides additional privacy. As part of the HOA community, residents enjoy access to a neighborhood park and playground. Sidewalks and street lighting throughout the neighborhood add to the welcoming atmosphere and make it easy to enjoy a morning walk or evening stroll. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, the home also offers easy access to local schools, with highly regarded options just a couple of miles away. The refrigerator, washer, and dryer will remain with the home for added convenience. With its functional floor plan, stylish finishes, generous storage, private backyard, and desirable location, this Grovetown home offers a comfortable and inviting place to call home. For qualified buyers with a VA pre-approval, the home also offers the opportunity for a VA assumable loan. Schedule your showing today!

905 Chesford Dr, Grovetown

Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Augusta Partners

$189,900
OM731835 MLS
10 ACRES • LAKES • PRIVACY • NO HOA! Bring your vision to this beautiful, wooded and fenced 10-acre tract just off US 301 in Starke. Located on SW 75th Avenue, this property offers the rare combination of acreage, privacy, recreational opportunities and convenient access to North Florida's major cities (Ocala-Gainesville-Jacksonville). A driveway and prepared homesite area are already in place, giving you a head start toward creating your country retreat. Water, sewer and electric have not yet been established, allowing the new owner to plan utilities according to their needs. FISHING AND WATER-LOVING OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS WILL LOVE THIS LOCATION! Public access to the Sampson and Rowell Lake system is located at the end of SW 75th Avenue, with additional access to nearby Lake Crosby. These lakes provide outstanding opportunities for fishing, boating, kayaking and enjoying the outdoors. FWC reports largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish and black crappie among the popular species in the Sampson/Rowell system, with Lake Rowell known among anglers for larger bass. NO HOA means freedom and flexibility. With 10 acres to work with, there is room to create the lifestyle you've always wanted—whether that means a private country home, garden or small farm, horses or cattle, recreational space, ATVs, boats, trailers, a workshop or simply plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Property uses and improvements remain subject to applicable county regulations. The property is part of Lot 1 of Pine Lakes Subdivision Phase 1, and the existing deed restrictions allow both site-built and manufactured homes. There is no established homeowners association. Location is another major advantage. Easy access to US 301 puts you within reach of Gainesville, Jacksonville and Ocala, while allowing you to come home to a quiet country setting. The renowned World Equestrian Center–Ocala and the surrounding Ocala horse country are accessible south via US 301, making this an appealing location for equestrian enthusiasts as well. Starke offers the conveniences of a small community, local agricultural businesses and fresh-produce markets, including USA Vegetables on US 301. Whether your dream is to build a home, establish a mini-farm, keep horses, enjoy fishing and boating, ride ATVs, or simply have room to breathe, this property offers the space, privacy and freedom to create your own North Florida lifestyle. Come see the possibilities!

00 Sw 75th Avenue, Starke

Courtesy of SELLSTATE NEXT GENERATION REALTY

$434,000
3 Beds 2 Baths GC543413 MLS
Virtually Staged. No need to wait for a pre-construction home to be built, because this home is better than new! This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a flex room/office is the Valerie model, one of the most sought after plans in Fairway Estates. Located on a premium lot that expands on the left side front to back, and abuts to a thick, wood common area, this home ensures spacious living on a private lot. The Valerie features an open floor plan, a flex/room office space not located in the guest wing of the home, 10-foot ceilings, and 8-foot doors throughout, giving the home a bright and expansive feel. The main living areas feature luxury vinyl plank flooring, with carpet in the bedrooms and porcelain tile in the bathrooms. The kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, a large undermount sink in the center island, solid wood soft-close cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, and plenty of recessed lighting. For casual meals, the center island easily accommodates four bar stools. The front office space is located directly off the foyer, with views of the charming covered front porch. Once past the foyer, the great room connects to the kitchen, which, in turn, connects to the dining space. Enjoy all of your meals with views through glass French doors to a covered and screened-in private lanai, creating a great indoor-outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining. The primary suite includes a large walk-in closet with its custom fit and finish closet system, and a beautifully tiled bathroom with an oversized walk-in shower, a separate water closet, and a double vanity with granite countertops. A unique feature of this home is the laundry room connecting to the primary bedroom walk-in closet. Additional features include a tankless gas water heater, security system wiring with a doorbell camera and smart lock, and coach lights on a photocell. The home also includes low-maintenance hardie board siding, decorative paver entrance walkway and front porch, and fully irrigated landscaping with low-maintenance Zoysia sod, and….yes, a sought after 2-car garage with storage racks. Uncommon in most subdivisions is the HOA fee. The affordable monthly fee is $125, which includes your Cox internet, access to a community pool, a clubhouse, tennis courts, and pickleball courts. In addition, the HOA maintains the front lawn, ensuring the entire neighborhood always looks it best.

1272 Nw 132nd Boulevard, Newberry

Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER M.M. PARRISH REALTORS

$640,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 100602792 MLS
Nearly 5,000 total heated sq ft! Custom 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 3-level brick Cape Cod with 3,363 sq ft plus an additional 1,591 sq ft finished basement, nestled on 2+ acres in the heart of Evans on a quiet street. Partially wooded lot features a peaceful creek, beautiful landscaping, fruit trees, and 12+ gorgeous rose bushes. Property also borders an additional 3 acre wooded non-buildable lot. Enjoy the oversized rocking chair front porch overlooking trees instead of traffic, just 15 minutes from Clarks Hill Lake. Inside, you'll find upgraded woodwork and built-ins, and hardwood floors throughout the main level. The spacious main-level owner's suite features a spa-like bath with a huge frameless glass shower, penny-round accents, his-and-hers stone-top vanities, soft-close cabinetry, and an oversized cast-iron pedestal tub with vintage-style telephone faucet. Large walk-in closet completes the suite. The expansive eat-in kitchen features 42'' custom all-wood cabinets, large island/bar, granite countertops, marble subway tile backsplash, stainless appliances, decorative vent hood, statement faucet, and new lighting. Kitchen opens to a large living room with fireplace and wooded views, plus a spacious formal dining room. A sunroom leads to the screened/tiled back porch overlooking the woods and creek, plus a 600+ sq ft deck with covered grilling area--perfect for entertaining. Oversized side-entry 2-car garage completes the main level. The finished walk-out basement is a hobbyist's dream, featuring a full bath, living/entertaining area, pool table space, and a second double automatic garage door. Access it directly from the laundry room without going outside, making it ideal for cars, tools, projects, and year-round use. Walk-out area is covered and provides additional entertaining space. Upstairs offers 3 additional bedrooms accessed by two separate staircases. Storage and walk-in closets abound; one walk-in attic access spans the length of the home. Excellent Masters rental history!

687 Spooner Dr, Evans

Courtesy of Re/max True Advantage

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