BUCK BAY REP in GAINESVILLE

BUCK BAY REP
Homes for Sale in GAINESVILLE, FL

Community in GAINESVILLE · Alachua County · ZIP 32609
577 homesBuilt 1900–2022Median sale $259K
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Live · BUCK BAY REP Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$259K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 4.9% vs the prior 12 months
-4.9%
1-yr price change
n = 6 and 8 sales in the two windows
$216/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $216 in 2026
95.0%
Sale vs ask
Alachua median: 93.1%
Tempo
1.7mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
87days
Median DOM · closed
4 days at the 2022 low
0%
Under contract
Alachua: 24% (417 of 1,722)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
6
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 5 a year
Ownership and context
62%
Owner-occupied · BUCK BAY REP
361 of 583 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
38%
Non-owner-occupied · BUCK BAY REP
incl. 6% trust or LLC-held · 4% out-of-state
12%
Cash buyers · BUCK BAY REP
1 of 8 sales, 12 mo ending June 2026
577
Homes in the community
plus 6 vacant residential lots · 583 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 5 years of records
Est. 1900
Community established
homes built 1900-2022, median 1979 (FL DOR 2025)
3
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 3 in 2024
1,213sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
1.0%/yr
Turnover rate
about 6 of 577 homes trade a year
BUCK BAY REP Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of August 2, 2026

BUCK BAY REP right now

🔴 Seller-leaning market. 1.7 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give sellers the pressure advantage.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 (1 active and pending listings, 6 closed sales in 12 months).

🟡 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($259K) is down 4.9% from the prior 12 months ($272K). With about 5 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: Medium (6 and 8 sales in the two windows).

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Updated August 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

BUCK BAY REP market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $259K ($216 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 87 days on market for closed sales, and 1.7 months of supply, a seller-leaning market. The trailing-12-month median is down 5% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (6 closings in the current window).

BUCK BAY REP is a community of 577 homes in GAINESVILLE, Alachua County, built between 1900 and 2022 (median 1979.0), with a median living area of about 1,312 square feet. 62% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Windows contain 0 to 8 sales each (6 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2021 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes sold per 12-mo window
0258202220242026
0 to 8 a year; 6 in the current window.

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.

$1,864/mo
Alachua County typical true cost to own
$85/mo
Alachua County typical home insurance
Has a CDD
Bond assessment on top of taxes

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 32609 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 (2026-08-18).

Eryn’s Garden at Buck Bay Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Eryn’s Garden at Buck Bay is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.5 months of supply, a median asking price of $339,999, and homes go under contract in about 17 days.

1.5
Months supply
$339,999
Median list
$269,500
Median sold
$155
Per sqft
17
Days on mkt
1/0/8
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32609 ZIP is $225,342, about 6.4% below 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.

Housing distress & ownership in BUCK BAY REP, 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 1 listings
Distress share trend - 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-08-14)

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.

Homes For Sale Right Now in BUCK BAY REP

Live MLS inventory for BUCK BAY REP. 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 BUCK BAY REP listings as of 2026-08-17, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2021 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

If we were buying in BUCK BAY REP 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

Come strong and clean. Homes here move, so lead with your best terms and financing ready rather than a low anchor.

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 BUCK BAY REP.

A closer look at the BUCK BAY REP market

At a median of $216 per square foot, BUCK BAY REP 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 1.7 months of supply, a seller-leaning market and the trailing-12-month median down 5% year over year. Homes that do trade take a median 87 days on market, useful leverage on any listing that has lingered.

The housing stock is 577 homes built between 1900 and 2022, and 62% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in BUCK BAY REP. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
6.5B- · Buy Score
Recent Direction4.8/10
Liquidity & Demand8.3/10
Owner Commitment6.2/10
Pricing Power6.6/10

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 (6.5). Basis: Recent Direction -4.9% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 1.7 months of supply; Owner Commitment 62% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 95.0% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA - confirm current dues
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

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 BUCK BAY REP sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in BUCK BAY REP?
The median sale price in BUCK BAY REP was $259K over the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 (6 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in BUCK BAY REP take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 took a median 87 days on market (6 sales, Stellar MLS).
Is BUCK BAY REP a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of August 2, 2026, BUCK BAY REP leans toward sellers: 1.7 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
How many homes are in BUCK BAY REP?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 577 homes plus 6 vacant residential lots in BUCK BAY REP (public records).
What share of BUCK BAY REP is owner-occupied?
62% of BUCK BAY REP parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in BUCK BAY REP built?
Homes in BUCK BAY REP were built between 1900 and 2022, with a median year built of 1979.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in BUCK BAY REP?
Cash buyers took 12% of BUCK BAY REP sales in the 12 months ending June 2026 (1 of 8 closings, Stellar MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for BUCK BAY REP?
The best agent for BUCK BAY REP 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 BUCK BAY REP.
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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: August 2, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (5 streets, ZIP 32609))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2021 (29 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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Thinking of selling in BUCK BAY REP? 6 recorded closings; median 86 days on market (window ending 2026-08-02). See the Alachua County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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