Buckridge in Gainesville

Buckridge

Established 1988 · Gainesville · Alachua County

An attainable no-deed-restriction single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville, with larger yards and freedom to use your property.

NW GainesvilleNo deed restrictions reportedLarger yards, attainable
Live Market Pulse
47/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseStellar MLS
$290K
Median Price
12mo
Supply
360days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$202/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Buckridge (also written Buck Ridge) is an attainable single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville (ZIP 32606), reported with homes on larger yards and no deed restrictions, which gives owners freedom over landscaping, renovations, and parking such as RVs (neighborhood profiles and listings). The read is freedom-and-value in the NW corridor: larger lots, no deed restrictions, and an attainable price point near the Oaks Mall area, Tioga, and I-75. The buy is condition-and-lot specific: confirm the home's vintage, systems, and updates, read the lot, confirm the HOA or deed-restriction status (reported as none), and comp within Buckridge by condition before you offer. Note nearby near-name areas (Buck Ridge West, Villas at Buckridge), so verify the exact subdivision."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Buckridge market snapshot (as of June 18, 2026): the median sale price is about $290K ($202 per sq ft), with homes averaging 360 days on market and 12.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 1 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Buckridge is an attainable single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville (ZIP 32606), Alachua County, reported with homes on larger yards and no deed restrictions (neighborhood profiles and listings). Treat the figures here as reported and confirm for the specific home.

Housing is detached single-family with spacious layouts and larger yards, so condition, the lot, and updates separate otherwise similar homes; confirm the specifics for a given address.

The reported lack of deed restrictions gives owners freedom over exterior changes, landscaping, and parking, but means no community-managed maintenance; confirm the HOA or deed-restriction status for the specific property.

Because this is attainable stock with freedom of use, value is condition-and-lot specific. Confirm the systems and updates, read the lot, confirm the deed-restriction status, verify the exact subdivision against near-names, and comp within Buckridge by condition before you offer.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an attainable NW Gainesville home with larger yards
  • Buyers who value freedom from deed restrictions, including RV or boat parking
  • Buyers comfortable with established stock and the updating it may need

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want HOA-managed amenities or a gated setting
  • Buyers who want a southwest or in-town location
  • Buyers who want strict deed restrictions to govern the neighborhood

How Buckridge is performing right now

47/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
12Months of supplytight
360Median days on marketdays
0 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand
1Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+36%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 18, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Buckridge listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Buckridge buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Buckridge

Live MLS inventory for Buckridge. 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 Buckridge listings as of 2026-06-18, priced high to low. Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

The Oaks Mall~7 to 12 min · approximate
I-75 interchange (Newberry Rd)~7 to 12 min · approximate
Town of Tioga / Tioga Town Center~7 to 12 min · approximate
North Florida Regional Medical Center~10 to 15 min · hospital, approximate
University of Florida~15 to 20 min · approximate
Downtown Gainesville~15 to 20 min · approximate

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Buckridge (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take
  • Alachua County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Confirm current ratings before relying on them
  • Private and parochial options nearby

Buckridge is served by Alachua County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Buckridge address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value at Buckridge, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Buckridge

Our read on what is being built around Buckridge, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is an attainable, no-deed-restriction single-family neighborhood with larger yards in NW Gainesville. The watch items are the systems and condition, the deed-restriction status, and verifying the exact subdivision against near-names.

No deed restrictions reported

BullishFreedom over exterior changes, landscaping, and parking appeals to many buyers, but means no community-managed maintenance; confirm the status for the specific property. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

No deed restrictions reported

Larger yards in an attainable price point

BullishLarger lots at an attainable price in the NW corridor support demand; condition and the lot still drive the individual home. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Larger yards in an attainable price point

Near-name areas nearby

NeutralBuck Ridge West and Villas at Buckridge are near-names, so verify the exact subdivision and any association for the specific property. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Near-name areas nearby

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Buckridge, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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  1. Established
    Community

    Attainable no-deed-restriction NW Gainesville neighborhood

    Buckridge is profiled as an attainable NW Gainesville (32606) single-family neighborhood with larger yards and no deed restrictions, near several near-name areas (neighborhood profiles and listings). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: Freedom of use and larger yards are the story; value turns on condition, the lot, and verifying the subdivision. Source

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Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

If we were buying in Buckridge, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the systems and updates, roof, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing for the home's vintage.

2

Read the lot, the larger yard, trees, drainage, and the position.

3

Confirm the deed-restriction status, reported as none, and any HOA for the specific property.

4

Verify the exact subdivision, against near-names like Buck Ridge West and Villas at Buckridge.

5

Comp within Buckridge by condition, not the broader NW Gainesville market.

Best Buy
An updated home on a good larger lot with the deed-restriction status confirmed, priced to its condition.
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting systems on an older home, or confusing a near-name subdivision.
Best Lot
Larger yards are the draw; read the lot, trees, and any drainage.
Smart Timing
Confirm the systems, the lot, and the deed-restriction status before you write.
The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Buckridge, also written Buck Ridge, is an attainable single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville (32606) in Alachua County, reported with homes on larger yards and no deed restrictions, near the Oaks Mall area, Tioga, and I-75. Several near-name areas (Buck Ridge West, Villas at Buckridge) are nearby, so verify the exact subdivision and any association for a specific property. Homes are zoned to Alachua County public schools by address; verify the current zoning with the district.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Entry: older homes needing updates
$290K to $290K

The most attainable product is the older homes that need updates. Confirm the systems and budget the work before assuming a value.

Lowest entry
Mid: updated homes on larger lots
$290K to $290K

The core is updated homes on good larger lots. Condition, systems, and the lot separate these more than headline square footage.

Most inventory
High: larger or fully updated homes
$290K to $290K

The top end is the larger or fully updated homes on the best lots. These trade on the finish, the systems, and the lot.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

$290K to $290K
Entry: older homes needing updates
The most attainable product is the older homes that need updates. Confirm the systems and budget the work before assuming a value.
$290K to $290K
Mid: updated homes on larger lots
The core is updated homes on good larger lots. Condition, systems, and the lot separate these more than headline square footage.
$290K to $290K
High: larger or fully updated homes
The top end is the larger or fully updated homes on the best lots. These trade on the finish, the systems, and the lot.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

15-Second Take
  • Renovation math decides the deal
  • Better lots and views resell strongest
  • Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
  • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

No CDD on the tax billStrong
Central Gainesville locationStrong
Scarce, established homesitesStrong
Established, in-demand locationPositive
All-resale 1990s conditionManage it

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Buckridge

15-Second Take
  • Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
  • Misjudging the renovation budget
  • Overpaying for an interior lot
  • Underbudgeting the carrying costs
  • Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

The larger yards and the freedom of use are priced into every Buckridge listing. The deal is won on condition, the systems, and the lot, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.2B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.2/10
Renovation Risk5.4/10
Location Efficiency7.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.0/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.8/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Why our read on Buckridge is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)
$261 value$401 premium
Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take
  • Larger yards are the draw.
  • No deed restrictions reported.
  • Verify the exact subdivision.
  • Condition and the lot drive value.
  • Confirm the deed-restriction status.

In an attainable, no-deed-restriction neighborhood like Buckridge, the larger lot, condition, and freedom of use set value. The larger yards and lack of restrictions are the draw, while the stock varies in updating and near-name areas can cause confusion. Verify the exact subdivision, confirm the systems and deed-restriction status, read the lot, and compare a home against the closest sale of similar condition within Buckridge before the finishes.

Buckridge in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an attainable NW Gainesville home with larger yards and freedom from deed restrictions.
Strong onLarger yards, no reported deed restrictions, an attainable price point, and a convenient NW location near the Oaks Mall and Tioga.
WatchThe systems and condition, the deed-restriction status, and verifying the exact subdivision against near-names.
Not forBuyers who want HOA-managed amenities, a gated setting, strict deed restrictions, or a southwest or in-town location.
The edgeCondition and the larger lot drive value, so the well-kept home on a good lot, comped by condition, is the find.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • No deed restrictions reported.
  • Little or no HOA likely.
  • Larger yards, freedom of use.
  • Verify the exact subdivision.
  • Confirm the deed-restriction status.

Buckridge is reported with no deed restrictions, so there may be little or no HOA; confirm the HOA or deed-restriction status, any dues, and any voluntary association for the specific property before you offer.

With no reported deed restrictions, there are typically no community-managed common areas, and the owner is responsible for the home and lot. Confirm any voluntary association or shared maintenance for the specific property.

No community clubhouse or amenities are assumed; the draw is larger yards and freedom of use. Confirm any nearby park access separately.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Momentum listings (YTD)
97.98%
Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
Market average (YTD)
96.73%
The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
Momentum days on market
64 days
Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
Market days on market
72 days
The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Buckridge, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Buckridge, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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Buckridge Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Buckridge is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.8 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,049,500, and homes go under contract in about 72 days.

1.8
Months supply
$1,049,500
Median list
$847,500
Median sold
$321
Per sqft
72
Days on mkt
6/7/39
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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Live data: Stellar MLS, 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 Buckridge?
An attainable single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville, reported with larger yards and no deed restrictions, also written Buck Ridge.
Does Buckridge have deed restrictions or an HOA?
It is reported with no deed restrictions, so there may be little or no HOA. Confirm the deed-restriction status, any dues, and any voluntary association for the specific property.
What kinds of homes are in Buckridge?
Detached single-family homes with spacious layouts on larger yards. Confirm the size, build year, and condition for the specific home.
Can I park an RV or boat in Buckridge?
The reported lack of deed restrictions gives owners freedom over parking such as RVs, but confirm there are no restrictions on the specific property and check city or county rules.
Where is Buckridge located?
In northwest Gainesville (32606), near the Oaks Mall area, Tioga, and I-75. Drive times are approximate.
What schools serve Buckridge?
Homes are zoned to Alachua County public schools by address; assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.
How far is Buckridge from the University of Florida?
Roughly 15 to 20 minutes. Drive times are approximate and depend on traffic.
Is Buckridge the same as Buck Ridge West or Villas at Buckridge?
There are near-name areas including Buck Ridge West and Villas at Buckridge. Verify the exact subdivision and any association for the specific property before you offer.
Is Buckridge a good investment?
Larger yards, freedom of use, and an attainable price support value, but it is condition-and-lot specific. Confirm the systems, the lot, and the deed-restriction status, and comp by condition before deciding.
Is Buckridge gated?
It is reported as an open neighborhood rather than a gated community. Confirm specifics for the property.
What should I check before buying in Buckridge?
The systems and any updates, the lot, the deed-restriction status, the exact subdivision, and condition.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Buckridge?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Where condition and the lot swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want an attainable NW Gainesville home with larger yardsExcellent fit
You value freedom from deed restrictions, including RV or boat parkingExcellent fit
You are comfortable with established stock and the updating it may needExcellent fit
You want HOA-managed amenities or a gated settingProbably not
You want a southwest or in-town locationProbably not
You want strict deed restrictions to govern the neighborhoodProbably not

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