The median listing price in the Gainesville metro area was $335K in September 2026, up 1.4% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 1,423 homes were listed for sale, down 0.9% year over year, with a median of 82 days on market. The metro area covers Alachua, Levy, Gilchrist counties, with 344,521 residents and a median household income of $58,946 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $335K | #21 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | +1.4% | |
| Active listings | 1,423 | #18 of 28 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -0.9% | |
| Median days on market | 82 | |
| Listings with a price cut | 21.6% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $205 | #20 of 28 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 344,521 | #15 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +22.7% | |
| Median household income | $58,946 | #20 of 28 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $246K | |
| Median gross rent | $1,219 | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.17× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
Totals across the 3 counties in the metro area.
| Total employment (2025) | 153,772 | |
|---|---|---|
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 1,955 | |
| Banks headquartered here | 0 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (QCEW); U.S. Census Bureau Building Permits Survey; FDIC BankFind Suite.
Florida foreclosure rates
- 1 in 2,397 Florida housing units had a foreclosure filing in August 2026, the #3 highest state rate (4,278 filings).
- For the first half of 2026, Florida had the #1 state rate: 0.27% of housing units.
- Florida metros in the national top 10: Punta Gorda (#1), Lakeland (#2), Cape Coral (#6), Jacksonville (#8), Ocala (#10).
Source: ATTOM, foreclosure rates by state (August 2026, published September 18, 2026) and mid-year 2026 report. Updated monthly.
Counties in the Gainesville metro area
| County | Population | Median list price | YoY | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alachua County | 281,751 | $325K | -0.4% | 79 |
| Levy County | 44,276 | $359K | +2.6% | 100 |
| Gilchrist County | 18,494 | $371K | +13.0% | 92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median listing price in the Gainesville area?
$335K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, +1.4% versus a year earlier.
Which counties are in the Gainesville metro area?
Alachua, Levy, Gilchrist counties, under the federal (OMB) core-based statistical area definition.
How affordable is the Gainesville area?
The ACS median home value is $246K against a median household income of $58,946, a price-to-income ratio of 4.17×.
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