Bivens Lake Estate S in Gainesville

Bivens Lake Estate S
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Community in Gainesville · Alachua County · ZIP 32608
51 homesBuilt 1978–1978Median sale $172K
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As of October 2026, Bivens Lake Estate S in Gainesville, FL has 4 homes for sale, asking from $129,900 to $205,000 (median $172,400). Over the 12 months ending 2026-08-02, 5 recorded sales closed at a median of $172,405, $153 per square foot, a median 20 days on market, sellers accepting 94% of original asking (+0% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1978 - 1978; 4 of 10 report an HOA (median $484/mo); none of the 10 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 72 ft). At the median price and Alachua County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.56 mills, annual property tax runs about $2,850 ($2,210 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Bivens Lake Estate S Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$172K ▲
Median sold · 12 mo
up 0.2% vs the prior 12 months
+0.2% ▲
1-yr price change
n = 5 and 7 sales in the two windows
$153/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $153 in 2026
94.4%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
6.9mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
20days
Median DOM · closed
5 days at the 2022 low
0%
Under contract
Alachua: 24% (417 of 1,722)
4 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
5
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 4 a year
Ownership and context
47%
Owner-occupied · Bivens Lake Estate S
24 of 51 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
53%
Non-owner-occupied · Bivens Lake Estate S
incl. 10% trust or LLC-held · 8% out-of-state
50%
Cash buyers · Bivens Lake Estate S
3 of 6 sales, 12 mo ending June 2026
51
Homes in the community
51 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 4 years of records
Est. 1978
Community established
homes built 1978-1978, median 1978 (FL DOR 2025)
3
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 5 in 2025
1,152sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
9.8%/yr
Turnover rate
about 5 of 51 homes trade a year

Homes For Sale Right Now in Bivens Lake Estate S

Live MLS inventory for Bivens Lake Estate S. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Bivens Lake Estate S listings as of 2026-10-01, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2022 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

Every Home for Sale in Bivens Lake Estate S Gainesville Right Now (4)

All 4 active and pending Bivens Lake Estate S Gainesville listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

  • 2842 SW 14th Drive #103 · $159,900 · 1 bd / 1 ba · listed Aug 24, 2026 · listed by Nexthome Collective
  • 2818 SW 14th Drive #107 · $205,000 · 3 bd / 1 ba · listed Aug 5, 2026 · listed by Keller Williams Gainesville Realty Partners
  • 2660 SW 14th Drive · $184,900 · 2 bd / 1 ba · listed Jul 6, 2026 · listed by Remax Select Partners
  • 2834 SW 14th Drive #305 · $129,900 · 1 bd / 1 ba · listed Jul 2, 2026 · listed by Exp Realty Llc
Bivens Lake Estate S Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of August 2, 2026

Bivens Lake Estate S right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 6.9 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, as of August 2, 2026. Confidence: Medium (4 active and pending listings, 5 closed sales in 12 months).

🟡 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($172K) is up 0.2% from the prior 12 months ($172K). With about 4 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2. Confidence: Low (5 and 7 sales in the two windows).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

· Updated October 2, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Bivens Lake Estate S market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $172K ($153 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 20 days on market for closed sales, and 6.9 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market. The trailing-12-month median is up 0% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (5 closings in the current window).

In ZIP 32608 (GAINESVILLE), 599 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $370K ($213/sq ft), down 4.5% year over year, with a median 54 days on market. Right now 154 active and 71 pending listings put supply at about 3.8 months - a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32608 housing market and the Alachua County market.

Bivens Lake Estate S is a community of 51 homes in Gainesville, Alachua County, built between 1978 and 1978 (median 1978), with a median living area of about 1,152 square feet. 47% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Housing distress & ownership in BIVENS LAKE ESTATE S, Gainesville

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 8 listings
Distress share trend - 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-08-31)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period August 2026 through August 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Community amenities as reported across Stellar MLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.

Schools

In short
  • Alachua County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Idylwild Elementary School-AL · Elementary
  • Kanapaha Middle School-AL · Middle
  • Eastside High School-AL · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Bivens Lake Estate S listings and can change; always confirm with Alachua County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Bivens Lake Estate S address.

If we were buying in Bivens Lake Estate S today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Bivens Lake Estate S.

A closer look at the Bivens Lake Estate S market

At a median of $153 per square foot, Bivens Lake Estate S prices sit in a fairly defined band, so condition and updates — more than the list price — tend to separate one home from the next.

Inventory runs at 6.9 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market. Homes that do trade take a median 20 days on market, useful leverage on any listing that has lingered.

The housing stock is 51 homes built around 1978, and 47% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Bivens Lake Estate S. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
5.0C · Buy Score
Recent Direction6.0/10
Liquidity & Demand3.1/10
Owner Commitment4.7/10
Pricing Power6.3/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 4 factors (5.0). Basis: Recent Direction +0.2% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 6.9 months of supply; Owner Commitment 47% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 94.4% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Bivens Lake Estate S Condos for Sale in Gainesville, FL homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Bivens Lake Estate S Condos for Sale in Gainesville, FL.
In short
  • HOA dues reported around $484/month (about $5,808/yr) · median of 76 MLS listings, most billed monthly
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Listings in this community report association dues of about $484 per month ($5,808 a year) - the median AssociationFee across 76 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed monthly. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-10.

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Bivens Lake Estate S sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in BIVENS LAKE ESTATE S

Homes in BIVENS LAKE ESTATE S that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 2 on record.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Alachua County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,914/mo
Alachua County typical true cost to own
$85/mo
Alachua County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

How much local inventory is already under contract

25% of homes for sale in ZIP 32608 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-10-02).

Bivens Lake Estates Market Scorecard

Buyer's market

Bivens Lake Estates is currently a buyer's market. About 8.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $172,400, and homes go under contract in about 54 days.

8.0
Months supply
$172,400
Median list
$168,702
Median sold
$166
Per sqft
54
Days on mkt
4/0/6
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32608 ZIP is $334,077, about 11.9% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Bivens Lake Estate S?
The median sale price in Bivens Lake Estate S was $172K over the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 (5 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in Bivens Lake Estate S take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 took a median 20 days on market (5 sales, Stellar MLS).
Is Bivens Lake Estate S a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of August 2, 2026, Bivens Lake Estate S leans toward buyers: 6.9 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
How many homes are in Bivens Lake Estate S?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 51 homes in Bivens Lake Estate S (public records).
What share of Bivens Lake Estate S is owner-occupied?
47% of Bivens Lake Estate S parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Bivens Lake Estate S built?
Homes in Bivens Lake Estate S were built between 1978 and 1978, with a median year built of 1978 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in Bivens Lake Estate S?
Cash buyers took 50% of Bivens Lake Estate S sales in the 12 months ending June 2026 (3 of 6 closings, Stellar MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for Bivens Lake Estate S?
The best agent for Bivens Lake Estate S is one who actively works Gainesville and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Bivens Lake Estate S.
How do I find a top Gainesville real estate agent who knows Bivens Lake Estate S?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Bivens Lake Estate S and the wider Gainesville area.
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Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Bivens Lake Estate S purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Bivens Lake Estate S, and what county is it in?
Bivens Lake Estate S is in GAINESVILLE, Alachua County, FL, ZIP 32608.
Is Bivens Lake Estate S a good place to live?
That depends on your budget, commute and what you want in a home, so here is what the data says about Bivens Lake Estate S: the median sale price over the last 12 months was $172K (5 sales), 49% below the GAINESVILLE median of $336K; homes took a median 20 days to go under contract; the assessment roll counts 51 homes, 47% of them homesteaded (owner-occupied); supply is 6.9 months at the current sales pace, which favors buyers. The full numbers, price history and the flood and school sections are above.

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 1, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2022 (22 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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