Deer Run in Gainesville

Deer Run

Established 1988 · Gainesville · Alachua County

An established late-1970s to 1980s single-family neighborhood in Gainesville, with a nominal homeowners association.

Established Gainesville neighborhoodBuilt late 1970s to mid 1980sNominal HOA dues
Live Market Pulse
50/100
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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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Deer Run is an established single-family neighborhood in Gainesville (ZIP 32607), reported built between roughly 1978 and 1985, with homes in a modest size range and a very low, nominal homeowners association fee (neighborhood profiles, HOA records). The read is attainable, established value: a settled neighborhood of late-1970s and 1980s homes with minimal HOA cost, in a convenient Gainesville location. The buy is condition-and-lot specific in older stock: confirm the home's systems and any updates, read the lot, confirm the current HOA dues and what the small fee covers, and comp within Deer Run by condition before you offer."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Deer Run is an established single-family neighborhood in Gainesville (ZIP 32607), Alachua County, reported built between roughly 1978 and 1985 (neighborhood profiles, HOA records). Treat the figures here as reported and confirm for the specific home.

Housing is detached single-family in a modest size range, reported roughly 1,300 to 2,450 square feet, so condition, the lot, and updates separate otherwise similar homes in the older stock.

The neighborhood is reported to have a homeowners association with a very low, nominal fee, so confirm the current dues and exactly what the small fee covers, along with any deed restrictions.

Because this is established late-1970s and 1980s stock, value is condition-and-lot specific. Confirm the systems and updates, read the lot, confirm the current HOA dues, and comp within Deer Run by condition before you offer.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an attainable, established single-family home in Gainesville
  • Buyers who value a settled neighborhood with minimal HOA cost
  • Buyers comfortable with older stock and the updating it may need

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want new construction or HOA-managed amenities
  • Buyers who want a large acreage lot or a gated community
  • Buyers unwilling to budget for systems and updates in older homes

How Deer Run is performing right now

50/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
6Median days on marketdays
0 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand
0Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+0%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 Deer Run listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

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

Homes For Sale Right Now in Deer Run

Live MLS inventory for Deer Run. 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 Deer Run 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 or Archer Rd)~7 to 12 min · approximate
North Florida Regional Medical Center~7 to 12 min · hospital, approximate
University of Florida~12 to 18 min · approximate
Downtown Gainesville~15 to 20 min · approximate
Celebration Pointe / Butler Plaza~10 to 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
Deer Run (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

Deer Run 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 Deer Run address.

The takeaway

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

Recent Developments in Deer Run

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is an established late-1970s and 1980s single-family neighborhood with a nominal HOA in a convenient Gainesville location. The watch items are the systems and condition of older stock, the current dues, and the lot.

Established late-1970s and 1980s stock

NeutralOlder homes vary in updating and systems, so condition separates otherwise similar homes; comp by condition rather than the neighborhood average. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Established late-1970s and 1980s stock

Nominal HOA fee

BullishA very low HOA keeps carrying costs minimal, but it also means limited community-managed maintenance; confirm what the small fee covers. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Nominal HOA fee

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 Deer Run, 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

    Established late-1970s and 1980s Gainesville neighborhood

    Deer Run is profiled as an established Gainesville single-family neighborhood (32607) built about 1978 to 1985, with homes roughly 1,300 to 2,450 square feet and a very low, nominal HOA fee (neighborhood profiles, HOA records). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: Attainable, established stock with a nominal HOA is the story; value turns on condition, the lot, and the comp. 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 Deer Run, 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 on late-1970s and 1980s stock.

2

Read the lot, the trees, drainage, and the position within the neighborhood.

3

Confirm the current HOA dues, the nominal fee, what it covers, and any deed restrictions.

4

Use the convenient location, but comp by condition rather than location alone.

5

Comp within Deer Run by condition, not the broader Gainesville market.

Best Buy
An updated home with sound systems on a good lot, with the nominal HOA confirmed, priced to its condition.
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting deferred maintenance or systems on an older home, or comparing an updated home to an unupdated one.
Best Lot
Established lots; read the lot, trees, and drainage.
Smart Timing
Confirm the systems, the lot, and the HOA dues 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

Deer Run is an established single-family neighborhood in Gainesville (32607) in Alachua County, reported built about 1978 to 1985 with homes roughly 1,300 to 2,450 square feet and a very low, nominal homeowners association fee, in a convenient location near the Oaks Mall, I-75, and the hospitals. Confirm the current dues, what the small fee covers, and any deed restrictions for the specific home. 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

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 good lots

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

Most inventory
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.

Strongest resale

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

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

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 convenient location and the nominal HOA are priced into every Deer Run listing. The deal is won on condition, the systems, and the lot, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.0B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.0/10
Renovation Risk5.8/10
Location Efficiency7.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility6.6/10
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 Deer Run 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
  • Established Gainesville lots.
  • Older stock varies in updating.
  • Nominal HOA, limited managed upkeep.
  • Condition and the lot drive value.
  • Confirm the dues and systems before you write.

In an established, low-HOA neighborhood like Deer Run, condition, the systems, and the lot set value, with a nominal HOA keeping carrying costs minimal. Late-1970s and 1980s homes vary in updating, so condition separates otherwise similar homes. Confirm the systems and the dues, read the lot, and compare a home against the closest sale of similar condition within Deer Run before the finishes.

Deer Run in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an attainable, established single-family home in Gainesville with minimal HOA cost.
Strong onA settled neighborhood, a very low HOA, and a convenient Gainesville location near the Oaks Mall and I-75.
WatchThe systems and condition of late-1970s and 1980s stock, the current dues, and the lot.
Not forBuyers who want new construction, HOA-managed amenities, a large acreage lot, or a gated community.
The edgeCondition separates otherwise similar older homes, so the well-kept home comped by condition is the find.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Established neighborhood with a nominal HOA.
  • Confirm the current small fee and coverage.
  • Late-1970s and 1980s single-family stock.
  • Convenient Gainesville location.
  • Comp by condition.

Deer Run is reported to have a homeowners association with a very low, nominal fee; confirm the current dues, exactly what the small fee covers, and any deed restrictions for the specific home before you offer.

With a nominal fee, community-managed maintenance is limited; the owner is responsible for the home and lot. Confirm what the small fee covers and any restrictions.

No significant community amenities are assumed given the nominal fee; confirm any common-area or nearby park access for the specific home.

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 Deer Run, condition and view decide your number

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

Strong seller's market

Deer Run 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 Deer Run?
An established single-family neighborhood in Gainesville, reported built about 1978 to 1985 with homes roughly 1,300 to 2,450 square feet and a very low, nominal HOA fee.
What are the HOA fees in Deer Run?
The HOA is reported to be very low, a nominal fee. Confirm the current dues, what the small fee covers, and any deed restrictions for the specific home.
What kinds of homes are in Deer Run?
Detached single-family homes of late-1970s and 1980s vintage, roughly 1,300 to 2,450 square feet. Confirm the size, build year, and condition for the specific home.
Where is Deer Run located?
In Gainesville (32607), in a convenient location near the Oaks Mall, I-75, and the hospitals. Drive times are approximate, and you should confirm the exact area for a given address.
What schools serve Deer Run?
Homes are zoned to Alachua County public schools by address; assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.
Are the homes in Deer Run old?
Much of the stock is reported from the late 1970s and early-to-mid 1980s. Confirm the build year, systems, and any updates for the specific home.
How far is Deer Run from the University of Florida?
Roughly 12 to 18 minutes. Drive times are approximate and depend on traffic.
Is Deer Run a good investment?
An attainable, established neighborhood with a nominal HOA supports value, but it is condition-and-lot specific in older stock. Confirm the systems, the lot, and the dues, and comp by condition before deciding.
Is Deer Run gated?
It is reported as an established open neighborhood rather than a gated community. Confirm specifics for the property.
What should I check before buying in Deer Run?
The systems and any updates, the lot and drainage, the current HOA dues and any deed restrictions, and condition.
Does Deer Run have amenities?
Given the nominal HOA fee, significant community amenities are not assumed. Confirm any common-area or nearby park access for the specific home.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Deer Run?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. In older stock where condition and the lot swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want an attainable, established single-family home in GainesvilleExcellent fit
You value a settled neighborhood with minimal HOA costExcellent fit
You are comfortable with older stock and the updating it may needExcellent fit
You want new construction or HOA-managed amenitiesProbably not
You want a large acreage lot or a gated communityProbably not
You are unwilling to budget for systems and updates in older homesProbably not

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