Gainesville Homes under $250,000

Gainesville Homes under $250,000

Welcome to Gainesville, Florida, a vibrant city nestled in the heart of Alachua County, where charm meets opportunity! Known for its rich cultural scene, lush landscapes, and a strong sense of community, Gainesville is an ideal place to call home. With a population that thrives on diversity, this city offers a unique blend of Southern hospitality and modern amenities.

Gainesville is renowned for its beautiful parks, including the expansive Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The city is also home to the University of Florida, which infuses a youthful energy and provides a plethora of educational and recreational activities. From lively farmers' markets to eclectic dining options, there’s always something happening in this dynamic city.

For those looking to invest in their future, Gainesville presents an exciting opportunity with a selection of homes priced under $250,000. These affordable properties cater to a variety of lifestyles, whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a growing family, or an investor seeking rental potential. You can find charming single-family homes, cozy townhouses, and even some delightful fixer-uppers, all within a budget-friendly range.

Living in Gainesville means embracing a lifestyle filled with culture, nature, and community spirit without breaking the bank. With its affordable housing options and flourishing local economy, now is the perfect time to explore what this charming city has to offer. Let Gainesville be the backdrop for your next chapter—where your dream home awaits!

Newest Gainesville Homes under $250,000

907 Ne 24th Street, Gainesville
$149,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ GC543919 MLS
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 ⋅ GC543832 MLS ⋅ Na BLDG.
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 ⋅ GC543894 MLS
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 ⋅ GC542970 MLS
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
914 Sw 8th Avenue Unit 53, Gainesville
$95,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ GC543869 MLS ⋅ 53 BLDG.
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in an incredibly convenient Gainesville location. Situated just minutes from the University of Florida, UF Health/Shands, downtown Gainesville, shopping, restaurants, and major roadways, this condo puts you close to everything you need. The location is hard to beat, with easy access in and out of the community and convenient parking for residents and guests. Whether you're looking for a place to call home, a property close to UF, or an investment opportunity, this condo offers the perfect combination of location, convenience, and accessibility. Don't miss your chance to own a condo in one of Gainesville's most convenient areas!

914 Sw 8th Avenue Unit 53, Gainesville
1015 Sw 9th Street Unit C-2, Gainesville
$119,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ GC543899 MLS ⋅ C BLDG.
This turn-key fully furnished, including flat screen TV, condo is easy biking or walking distance to the University of Florida. Nicely renovated with new engineered laminate flooring and recent interior paint this affordable condo is ideal for the owner looking for privacy and convenience. The nice sized kitchen includes refrigerator, range and a breakfast bar with an adjacent and handy in-unit laundry closet. The rear covered patio overlooks a private wooded area with a creek nearby. The low monthly fee covers your exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, parking for two together with water and sewer, keeping utilities at a minimum. Sorority Row, UF classes, UF/Shands Hospital, Depot Park and Downtown Gainesville restaurants and entertainment are just minutes away.

1015 Sw 9th Street Unit C-2, Gainesville
2811 Sw Archer Road Unit T167, Gainesville
$64,500
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ GC543865 MLS ⋅ T BLDG.
Private end unit located in a building at the rear of the complex. This well-maintained unit features attractive flooring throughout and a spacious living room with a combined dining area. The kitchen offers black appliances, ample workspace, and a convenient breakfast bar. The bathroom features double sinks with a separate toilet and shower area. Double doors off the living room lead to a private porch, and an additional storage closet provides extra space. Conveniently located near UF, Shands, and the shopping, dining, and entertainment along the Archer Road corridor.

2811 Sw Archer Road Unit T167, Gainesville
1508 Ne 6th Avenue, Gainesville
$229,750
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ GC543856 MLS
Under Construction. Be the first to call this brand-new 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Gainesville home is designed for comfortable, efficient everyday living, with completion estimated for mid-November 2026. The open-concept layout brings the kitchen and living spaces together, with luxury vinyl plank flooring in the main living areas and soft carpeting in the bedrooms. The kitchen features soft-close cabinetry, quartz countertops, and new stainless steel appliances. From the energy-efficient windows and doors to the high-efficiency HVAC system and new roof, every major feature is new and ready for its first residents. Fresh, neutral finishes make it easy to settle in and make the space your own. Close to down town and mins to UF and Shands. Contact us for more information or to schedule a showing as completion approaches. ++Photos are stock images of this model++

1508 Ne 6th Avenue, Gainesville
1973 Nw 34th Avenue, Gainesville
$244,950
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ GC543857 MLS
Under Construction. Brand-new 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom NW Gainesville home is designed for comfortable, efficient everyday living, with completion estimated for mid-November 2026. The open-concept layout brings the kitchen and living spaces together, with luxury vinyl plank flooring in the main living areas and soft carpeting in the bedrooms. The kitchen features soft-close cabinetry, quartz countertops, and new stainless steel appliances. From the energy-efficient windows and doors to the high-efficiency HVAC system and new roof, every major feature is new and ready for its first residents. Fresh, neutral finishes make it easy to settle in and make the space your own. Contact us for more information or to schedule a showing as completion approaches. ++Photos are stock images of the same model++

1973 Nw 34th Avenue, Gainesville
507 Nw 39th Road Unit 102, Gainesville
$105,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ GC543842 MLS ⋅ 507 BLDG.
Great price for this inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom first-floor condo in the Hawthorne Reserve community. This convenient ground-level unit offers easy access with no stairs and a practical layout designed for comfortable living. The spacious floor plan features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, providing flexibility for homeowners, roommates, guests, or a home office. Enjoy the convenience of a well-established community with amenities including a swimming pool area, clubhouse, fitness facilities, and tennis courts. Close to the University, shopping, resaurants and much more.

507 Nw 39th Road Unit 102, Gainesville
6519 W Newberry Road Unit 305, Gainesville
$89,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ GC543828 MLS ⋅ 305 BLDG.
Virtually Staged. Move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in a convenient central Gainesville location! This desirable second-floor corner unit features tile flooring throughout, an updated bathroom, and newer kitchen appliances—including a refrigerator replaced in 2026 and a stove and dishwasher replaced in 2025. Washer and Dryer in the unit. Located less than seven miles from the University of Florida, Santa Fe College, UF Health Shands Hospital, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, the VA Hospital, The Oaks Mall, and I-75. Community amenities include a swimming pool, fitness center, and clubhouse. With its excellent location, recent updates, and low-maintenance living, this condo is ready for its new owner!

6519 W Newberry Road Unit 305, Gainesville
1315 Ne 3rd Avenue, Gainesville
$155,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ GC543827 MLS
Cute, renovated, and centrally located in Gainesville! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is move-in ready with a fresh, updated interior and a new roof coming soon. The open living room flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen, and out to the back deck. The comfortable layout makes great use of the space, while the large yard provides plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, pets, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Conveniently located with easy access to downtown Gainesville, the University of Florida, UF Health, shopping, dining, and more. With its combination of charm, updates, a spacious yard, and central location, this sweet Gainesville home is ready for its next owner.

1315 Ne 3rd Avenue, Gainesville
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