Charleston Place in Gainesville

Charleston Place

Established 1988 · Gainesville · Alachua County

A NW Gainesville condominium community off NW 16th Boulevard, reported built around 2005, with a community pool and a low-maintenance, close-to-UF location.

NW GainesvilleCondominium communityCommunity pool
Live Market Pulse
44/100
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
$83K
Median Price
6mo
Supply
152days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$69/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Charleston Place is a condominium community in NW Gainesville, reported as built around 2005 off NW 16th Boulevard, with a community pool, a mandatory condo association, and a low-maintenance profile close to UF. The read is convenience and carrying cost: relatively newer condo product, three-story buildings with select elevator access, and an association that handles the exterior. The buy is unit-and-association specific, so identify the exact floor plan, floor, and condition, confirm the condo association dues, scope, reserves, and any rental rules, and comp within Charleston Place by unit type before you offer."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Charleston Place market snapshot (as of June 18, 2026): the median sale price is about $83K ($69 per sq ft), with homes averaging 152 days on market and 6.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 6 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Charleston Place is a condominium community in NW Gainesville, Alachua County (reported ZIP 32605), reported as built around 2005 off NW 16th Boulevard, north of the University of Florida (Charleston Place community profiles).

Housing is condominium product, with units commonly in the range of two to three bedrooms and roughly 1,000 to 1,500 square feet in three-story buildings; select buildings are reported to have elevator access. Confirm the exact floor plan, floor, bed and bath count, and square footage with the listing.

The community offers a pool and a low-maintenance profile under a mandatory condo association; confirm the association dues, scope, reserves, and any rental rules for the specific unit.

Because value here is unit-and-association specific, identify the floor plan, the floor, and condition, confirm the condo association dues and rules, and comp within Charleston Place by unit type rather than against the wider Gainesville average before you offer.

Best for

  • Buyers who want relatively newer, low-maintenance condo product
  • Buyers who value a NW Gainesville location close to UF
  • Buyers who want a community pool without lot upkeep

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a detached single-family home on a private lot
  • Buyers who want a no-HOA setting with no shared walls
  • Buyers who want new construction rather than established condo stock

How Charleston Place is performing right now

44/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
6Months of supplytight
160Median days on marketdays
0 : 3Under contract vs for salestrong demand
6Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+158%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 Charleston Place listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
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Momentum buy score

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

Homes For Sale Right Now in Charleston Place

Live MLS inventory for Charleston Place. 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 Charleston Place 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.

University of Florida / UF Health Shands~10 min · approximate
The Oaks Mall~10 min · approximate
North Florida Regional Medical Center~5 to 10 min · hospital
Santa Fe College~10 min · approximate
Interstate 75 (Newberry Rd)~10 min · approximate
Downtown Gainesville~15 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
Charleston Place (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

Charleston Place 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 Charleston Place address.

The takeaway

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

Recent Developments in Charleston Place

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is a relatively newer, low-maintenance NW Gainesville condo community close to UF. The watch items are the unit floor plan and floor, the condition, the condo association dues and reserves, and any rental rules.

Close-to-UF NW Gainesville location

BullishProximity to UF, the Oaks Mall, and medical centers supports steady demand; confirm exact commute times for your routine. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Close-to-UF NW Gainesville location

Mandatory condo association

NeutralValue and carrying cost turn on the condo association dues, scope, and reserves; read the budget, the reserve position, and any rental rules before you offer. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Mandatory condo association

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 Charleston Place, 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

    Relatively newer NW Gainesville condo community with a pool

    Charleston Place is reported as built around 2005 off NW 16th Boulevard in NW Gainesville, with three-story buildings, select elevator access, a community pool, and a mandatory condo association (community profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm with the listing. Why it matters: The newer condo product and the close-to-UF location are the draw; value turns on the unit, the floor, and the association. 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 Charleston Place, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Identify the exact unit, the floor plan, the floor, the bed and bath count, and the square footage, since units vary within Charleston Place.

2

Confirm the condo association dues, the scope, what they cover, and the reserve position before you assume a carrying cost.

3

Read the reserve study and any assessments, since condo budgets and special assessments swing the real cost.

4

Read any rental rules, leasing caps, or restrictions if you may rent the unit at any point.

5

Comp within Charleston Place by unit type, not against the wider NW Gainesville or city average.

Best Buy
A well-kept unit on a desirable floor in a sound association with healthy reserves, priced to its own plan and condition.
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting the condo dues and reserves, or missing a pending special assessment.
Best Lot
Condo product, so the floor, the view, and condition matter more than any lot.
Smart Timing
Confirm the condo association dues, reserves, and rental rules 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

Charleston Place is a condominium community in NW Gainesville (reported ZIP 32605) off NW 16th Boulevard, north of UF, reported as built around 2005, with two to three bedroom units of roughly 1,000 to 1,500 square feet in three-story buildings, select elevator access, a community pool, and a mandatory condo association. It is central to UF, the Oaks Mall, and medical centers, and zoned to Alachua County public schools by address; verify the exact zoning with the district.

The takeaway

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

Entry: ground-floor or original-condition units
$2K to $2K

The most attainable product is ground-floor or more original units. Confirm the association and budget for updates before assuming a value.

Lowest entry
Mid: updated two to three bedroom units
$2K to $200K

The core is updated two to three bedroom units. Condition, floor, and any elevator access separate these more than square footage alone.

Most inventory
High: top-floor or fully updated units
$200K to $230K

The top end is top-floor or fully updated units in the best condition. These trade on the floor, the finish, and a sound association.

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 $2K
Entry: ground-floor or original-condition units
The most attainable product is ground-floor or more original units. Confirm the association and budget for updates before assuming a value.
$2K to $200K
Mid: updated two to three bedroom units
The core is updated two to three bedroom units. Condition, floor, and any elevator access separate these more than square footage alone.
$200K to $230K
High: top-floor or fully updated units
The top end is top-floor or fully updated units in the best condition. These trade on the floor, the finish, and a sound association.

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 Charleston Place

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 close-to-UF location and the low-maintenance condo lifestyle are priced into every Charleston Place listing. The deal is won on the unit, the floor, and the association, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.3B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.2/10
Renovation Risk4.6/10
Location Efficiency8.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility6.8/10
Carrying Cost Advantage6.6/10

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 Charleston Place 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

Fill = price per square foot; ring = by realized $/sqft per unit. 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
  • Condo product, so the floor matters more than any lot.
  • The floor plan, the floor, and condition set value here.
  • The condo dues and reserves shape the real carrying cost.

In a condo community like Charleston Place, the floor plan, the floor, the condition, and the association set value rather than any lot. Updated units on desirable floors in a sound association hold value best. Compare a unit against the closest sale in its own floor plan within Charleston Place, and read the reserves before the finishes.

Charleston Place in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want relatively newer, low-maintenance condo product in a NW Gainesville location close to UF.
Strong onA close-to-UF location, relatively newer condo stock, a community pool, and low exterior upkeep.
WatchThe unit floor plan and floor, the condition, the condo association dues and reserves, and any rental rules.
Not forBuyers who want a detached single-family home, a no-HOA setting, or new construction.
The edgeFloor, condition, and association health vary unit to unit, so matching the right unit is the find.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Governed by a mandatory condo association.
  • Dues typically cover the building exterior and common areas.
  • Read the reserves and any pending special assessments.
  • Confirm the dues, scope, and rental rules with the listing.
  • A community pool is reported; confirm amenities.

Charleston Place is governed by a mandatory condo association, so a unit carries condo association dues that typically cover exterior, common-area, and building items; treat any figure as reported and confirm the current dues, scope, the reserve position, any pending special assessments, and rental rules with the listing before you offer.

Condo association dues generally cover the building exterior, common areas, and shared services, often including the pool; confirm exactly what is and is not covered, and read the reserve study, for the specific unit.

Community amenities are reported to include a pool, with select buildings offering elevator access; confirm the current amenities and any access rules 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 Charleston Place, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Charleston Place, 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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Charleston Place Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Charleston Place 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

What is Charleston Place?
A condominium community in NW Gainesville off NW 16th Boulevard, reported as built around 2005, with a community pool, a mandatory condo association, and a low-maintenance profile close to UF.
What kinds of homes are in Charleston Place?
Condominium units, commonly two to three bedrooms and roughly 1,000 to 1,500 square feet in three-story buildings. Confirm the exact floor plan, floor, and size with the listing.
Where is Charleston Place located?
In NW Gainesville (reported ZIP 32605) off NW 16th Boulevard, north of UF, central to UF, the Oaks Mall, and medical centers.
Does Charleston Place have a condo association?
Yes, it is governed by a mandatory condo association, so a unit carries condo association dues. Treat any figure as reported and confirm the current dues, scope, and reserves with the listing.
What do the condo dues cover?
Dues typically cover the building exterior, common areas, and shared services, often including the pool. Confirm exactly what is covered, and read the reserve study, for the specific unit.
Does Charleston Place have a pool or elevator?
A community pool is reported, and select buildings are reported to have elevator access. Confirm the current amenities and any access for the specific building with the listing.
Can I rent out a unit in Charleston Place?
Many condo associations limit or cap leasing. Confirm the current rental rules and any leasing caps with the listing before you rely on renting.
What schools serve Charleston Place?
It is zoned to Alachua County public schools by home address; assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.
Is Charleston Place a good investment?
A close-to-UF location and relatively newer condo product support steady demand, but value is unit-specific. Identify the floor plan and floor, read the association reserves, and comp by unit type before deciding.
How far is Charleston Place from UF?
The University of Florida and UF Health Shands are roughly 10 minutes away. Drive times are approximate.
What should I check before buying in Charleston Place?
The exact floor plan and floor, the condo association dues, scope, and reserves, any pending special assessments, and the rental rules.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Charleston Place?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Where the unit, the floor, and the condo association swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want relatively newer, low-maintenance condo productExcellent fit
You value a NW Gainesville location close to UFExcellent fit
You want a community pool without lot upkeepExcellent fit
You want a detached single-family home on a private lotProbably not
You want a no-HOA setting with no shared wallsProbably not
You want new construction rather than established condo stockProbably not

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