Cadillac Estates in Alachua

Cadillac Estates

Alachua · City of Alachua · Single-Family

An established single-family subdivision in the City of Alachua.

City of Alachua, establishedSingle-family homesConfirm HOA per parcel
Live Market Pulse
59/100
Momentum
Balanced 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
$330K
Median Price
1.7mo
Supply
266days
Avg DOM
Balanced
Seller Leverage
$238/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Cadillac Estates is an established single-family subdivision in the City of Alachua (ZIP reported around 32615), Alachua County. Homes are reported as medium to larger single-family residences, with much of the surrounding Cadillac and Forest Grove area built between the 1970s and the present; treat sizes and dates as reported and confirm per home. The read is the specific home, its condition, the lot, and the renovation math on an older housing stock. Confirm the parcel, condition, and any association with the listing, and verify the zoned schools with the district."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Cadillac Estates market snapshot (as of June 18, 2026): the median sale price is about $330K ($238 per sq ft), with homes averaging 266 days on market and 1.7 months of supply, a balanced market (limited data). Based on 7 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Cadillac Estates is an established single-family subdivision in the City of Alachua (ZIP reported around 32615), Alachua County. Confirm the ZIP and parcel with the listing.

Homes are reported as medium to larger single-family residences, with much of the surrounding Cadillac and Forest Grove area built between the 1970s and the present; treat sizes and dates as reported and confirm per home.

Because this is an established area without a mandatory HOA reported for most parcels, the decision is home specific. Read the home's age and condition, the roof, HVAC and systems, and comp within Cadillac Estates by condition rather than the broader city average.

It is in Alachua County Public Schools in the City of Alachua; verify the exact zoned schools with the district by address. Treat figures as reported and confirm per parcel.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established single-family home in Cadillac Estates
  • Buyers who value established character and location over new construction
  • Buyers who want a setting with little or no mandatory HOA reported
  • Buyers who will read condition and the comps within Cadillac Estates before they offer

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a brand-new home with a full builder warranty
  • Buyers who want gated, amenity-dense master-plan living
  • Buyers who want a turnkey home with no renovation reserve
  • Buyers who need a large, uniform modern floor plan

How Cadillac Estates is performing right now

59/100
momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
1.7Months of supplytight
266Median days on marketdays
1 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand
7Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+43%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 Cadillac Estates 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 Cadillac Estates buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Cadillac Estates

Live MLS inventory for Cadillac Estates. 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 Cadillac Estates 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.

Downtown Alachua / Main Street~5 to 8 min · approximate
Interstate 75 (Alachua)~5 to 10 min · regional access, approximate
Santa Fe College (Northwest)~15 to 20 min · approximate
North Florida (HCA) hospital area~15 to 20 min · approximate
University of Florida~20 to 30 min · south, approximate
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)~25 to 35 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
Cadillac Estates (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

Cadillac Estates 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 Cadillac Estates address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value in Cadillac Estates, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Cadillac Estates

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is an established, well-located area in Alachua. The watch items are home age and condition and the renovation read on an older housing stock, and the comps within the community.

Established, well-located setting in City of Alachua

BullishA well-located, established area near jobs, shopping, and the university supports steady demand; confirm the parcel and any overlay. impact
SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Established, well-located setting in City of Alachua

Older housing stock and condition

NeutralOlder homes can mean renovation; read condition and confirm the flood zone per parcel. impact
SignificanceRadius: On-site

Older housing stock and condition

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 Cadillac Estates, 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. Reported
    Neighborhood

    Established area in Alachua

    Cadillac Estates is an established single-family subdivision in the City of Alachua (ZIP reported around 32615), Alachua County, part of the broader Cadillac and Forest Grove area. Surrounding homes are reported as medium to larger single-family residences built largely between the 1970s and the present. Confirm any homeowners association, the parcel, and condition with the listing. It is close to downtown Alachua and I-75. Why it matters: The location and character are the story; value turns on the specific home, its condition, and the lot. 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 Cadillac Estates, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Read the home's age and condition first, the roof, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing on an older home, and price the renovation honestly.

2

Confirm there is no mandatory HOA or special district for the specific parcel, along with any overlay.

3

Confirm the lot and the FEMA flood zone, and read the floor plan and any updates.

4

Comp within Cadillac Estates by condition, not the broader Alachua average.

5

Verify the zoned schools with the district by address, and cross-shop nearby established neighborhoods.

Best Buy
An updated home on a sound, well-drained lot with the flood zone confirmed and any HOA clear.
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting renovation on an older home, or missing flood exposure on a lower lot.
Best Lot
Higher, well-drained lots reduce drainage and flood risk; confirm per parcel.
Smart Timing
Confirm condition, the flood zone, and any HOA 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

Cadillac Estates is an established single-family subdivision in the City of Alachua (ZIP reported around 32615), Alachua County, part of the broader Cadillac and Forest Grove area. Surrounding homes are reported as medium to larger single-family residences built largely between the 1970s and the present. Confirm any homeowners association, the parcel, and condition with the listing. It is close to downtown Alachua and I-75.

The takeaway

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

Entry: original-condition home
$2K to $222K

The most attainable homes are original-condition residences that need updating. Price the renovation before assuming value.

Lowest entry
Mid: updated home
$222K to $430K

The middle is updated homes. Condition, the kitchen and systems, and the lot separate these more than square footage alone.

Most inventory
High: larger or fully renovated home
$430K to $599K

The top end is larger or fully renovated homes on prime lots. These trade on condition, the lot, and the plan.

Strongest resale

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

$2K to $222K
Entry: original-condition home
The most attainable homes are original-condition residences that need updating. Price the renovation before assuming value.
$222K to $430K
Mid: updated home
The middle is updated homes. Condition, the kitchen and systems, and the lot separate these more than square footage alone.
$430K to $599K
High: larger or fully renovated home
The top end is larger or fully renovated homes on prime lots. These trade on condition, the lot, and the plan.

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 Alachua 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 Cadillac Estates

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 location and the character are priced into every Cadillac Estates listing. The deal is won on the home condition, the lot, and the renovation math, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.7B+ · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.8/10
Renovation Risk5.8/10
Location Efficiency8.2/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.6/10
Carrying Cost Advantage8.0/10

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 Cadillac Estates 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
  • Higher, well-drained lots reduce drainage and flood risk; confirm per parcel.
  • Read condition and the renovation math on an older home.
  • Comp within Cadillac Estates by condition, not the city average.

In an established area like Cadillac Estates, the lot and the home's condition set value together. Higher, well-drained lots carry less flood and drainage risk. Compare a home against the closest sale within the neighborhood by condition and lot, and confirm the flood zone and any association before the finishes.

Cadillac Estates in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established single-family home in Cadillac Estates.
Strong onLocation, established character, and little or no mandatory HOA reported.
WatchHome age and condition and the renovation read on an older housing stock.
Not forBuyers who want new construction, gated amenities, or a turnkey home with no renovation reserve.
The edgeCondition and the lot define this market, so matching the right home at the right renovation level is the find.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Confirm any HOA and dues per parcel before you offer.
  • Read condition and the renovation math on the specific home.
  • Comp within Cadillac Estates by condition, not the city average.
  • Confirm the FEMA flood zone and any special district per parcel.
  • Verify the zoned schools with the district by address.

Any homeowners association status for Cadillac Estates should be confirmed per parcel, since the area can include parcels with and without a mandatory association. Confirm whether the specific home carries an HOA, the dues, and what they cover before you offer. Confirm the CDD/HOA with the listing.

If a homeowners association applies, dues may cover common areas; many homes here carry little or no association. Confirm the structure for the specific parcel.

No club or gated amenities are reported for the core neighborhood. Confirm what is nearby and any association with the listing.

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 Cadillac Estates, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Cadillac Farms, 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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Cadillac Estates Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Cadillac Estates 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).

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

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

Where is Cadillac Estates?
Cadillac Estates is in Alachua, Alachua County (ZIP reported around 32615). Confirm the exact ZIP and parcel with the listing.
What kinds of homes are in Cadillac Estates?
Homes are reported as medium to larger single-family residences, with much of the surrounding Cadillac and Forest Grove area built between the 1970s and the present; treat sizes and dates as reported and confirm per home.
Does Cadillac Estates have an HOA?
It varies by parcel. Confirm whether the specific home carries a homeowners association, the dues, and what they cover before you offer.
What is Cadillac Estates like?
Established single-family subdivision in the City of Alachua, part of the broader Cadillac and Forest Grove area built mostly from the 1970s on.
How far is Cadillac Estates from the University of Florida?
The University of Florida is roughly 20 to 30 min away. Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.
What schools serve Cadillac Estates?
It is in Alachua County Public Schools in the City of Alachua; verify the exact zoned schools with the district by address.
Is Cadillac Estates in a flood zone?
Flood exposure varies by parcel. Confirm the FEMA flood zone and any drainage history for the specific home before you offer.
Is Cadillac Estates a good investment?
An established, well-located area in Alachua supports steady demand, but value is home specific. Confirm condition, the lot, the flood zone, the comps, and the renovation math before deciding; this is not a guarantee of future value.
What should I budget for renovation in Cadillac Estates?
Budget for the roof, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and finishes based on the home's age and condition. Price the work honestly before you judge any list price; the figure is home specific.
Is Cadillac Estates walkable?
It is an established residential area; walkability varies by location. Confirm what is within reach for the specific home, including parks, shopping, and schools.
How is the commute from Cadillac Estates?
Drive times vary by destination and traffic. From Cadillac Estates, common destinations include downtown, the university, hospitals, and I-75; confirm your real commute at your real departure time.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Cadillac Estates?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. In a market where condition, the lot, and the renovation read drive value, having your own representation to read the home, the flood zone, and the comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want an established, well-located home in Cadillac EstatesExcellent fit
You value established character and confirm the parcel and any HOAExcellent fit
You will read condition and confirm the flood zone before you offerExcellent fit
You want new construction or gated, amenity-dense master-plan livingProbably not
You want a turnkey home with no renovation reserveProbably not
You want a large, uniform modern floor planProbably not

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