Deer Run in Gainesville

Deer Run

Established 1988 · Gainesville · Alachua County

An established single-family neighborhood in NW Gainesville (32653), reported with community amenities and a settled, low-turnover feel.

NW GainesvilleEstablished single-familyCommunity amenities
Live Market Pulse
56/100
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
$345K
Median Price
0mo
Supply
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Avg DOM
Balanced
Seller Leverage
$243/sf
Median $/Sqft
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1-Yr Price Change
0now
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Deer Run is an established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville (ZIP 32653), with homes reported as built roughly between 1978 and 1985 and reported community amenities such as a pool and tennis courts. The read is settled, low-turnover NW Gainesville living near the Hunter's Crossing shopping area and the I-75 corridor, with a mix of late-1970s and 1980s floor plans. Because the stock is several decades old, value is condition-and-update specific, so identify the build era and the section, read the renovation level, confirm the association status and what any dues cover, and comp within Deer Run rather than across NW Gainesville broadly."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Deer Run market snapshot (as of June 18, 2026): the median sale price is about $345K ($243 per sq ft), a balanced market (limited data). Based on 3 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Deer Run is an established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville (ZIP 32653), Alachua County, made up primarily of single-family homes on a quiet street grid (neighborhood profiles). Treat any feature as reported and confirm with the listing.

Homes are reported as built roughly between 1978 and 1985, with floor plans, lot sizes, and condition varying across the neighborhood and its sections. Treat any age or size figure as reported and confirm with the listing.

The neighborhood is reported to offer community amenities such as a pool, tennis courts, and sidewalks, and is reported as conveniently located near the Hunter's Crossing shopping area, area parks, and the I-75 corridor; confirm exact amenities and drive times for the specific address.

Because the stock spans the late 1970s and 1980s, value is condition-and-update specific. Identify the build era and the section, read the renovation level, confirm the association status and what any dues cover, and comp within Deer Run before you offer.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established single-family NW Gainesville neighborhood
  • Buyers who value community amenities reported such as a pool and tennis
  • Buyers comfortable updating late-1970s and 1980s stock

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want new construction
  • Buyers who want a high-rise or maintenance-free condo
  • Buyers who want to be in the Gainesville core or SW near UF

How Deer Run is performing right now

56/100
momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
72Median days on marketdays
2 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand
3Sold 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.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

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.

No homes are actively for sale in Deer Run right now, so its recent closed sales are shown, 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.

Hunter's Crossing shopping~5 min · approximate
I-75 (NW corridor)~5 to 10 min · approximate
University of Florida / Shands~15 to 20 min · south
Downtown Gainesville~15 min · approximate
San Felasco Hammock area~10 to 15 min · outdoors
Gainesville Regional Airport~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
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 in NW Gainesville with reported community amenities. The watch items are the build era and section, the renovation level, the association status, and condition.

Established stock from the late 1970s and 1980s

NeutralDecades-old stock means condition and updates vary widely; comp by condition and section, not by neighborhood average. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Established stock from the late 1970s and 1980s

Reported community amenities and NW location

BullishReported amenities and proximity to Hunter's Crossing and I-75 can support demand; confirm the amenities, association, and any dues. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Reported community amenities and NW location

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. 1978 to 1985
    Community

    Built out as an established NW Gainesville neighborhood

    Deer Run is reported as built roughly between 1978 and 1985 as a single-family neighborhood in NW Gainesville, with reported community amenities such as a pool and tennis courts (neighborhood profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: Established late-1970s and 1980s stock; value turns on the section, the renovation level, and condition. Source

  2. Established
    Community

    Settled NW Gainesville location near shopping and I-75

    Deer Run is reported as conveniently located near the Hunter's Crossing shopping area, area parks, and the I-75 corridor in NW Gainesville (neighborhood profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: A central NW location near shopping and the interstate; comp within the community. 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

Identify the build era and the section, since plans and condition vary across the late-1970s and 1980s stock.

2

Read the renovation level, since roof, HVAC, kitchens, and baths drive value in decades-old stock.

3

Confirm the association status, whether there is an HOA, the dues, scope, and what any reported amenities cover.

4

Confirm the reported amenities, such as a pool, tennis courts, and sidewalks, for the specific section.

5

Comp within Deer Run, not across NW Gainesville broadly.

Best Buy
A well-updated home in a good section with the major systems handled, priced to condition.
Biggest Risk
Buying an unrenovated home at a renovated comp, or assuming amenities and dues without confirming them.
Best Lot
Lot, section, and orientation matter alongside the renovation level here.
Smart Timing
Confirm the association status and the renovation level 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 northwest Gainesville (32653), with homes reported as built roughly between 1978 and 1985 and reported community amenities such as a pool, tennis courts, and sidewalks. It is reported as near the Hunter's Crossing shopping area, area parks, and the I-75 corridor. Because the stock is several decades old, condition and updates vary; identify the section and read the renovation level. It is zoned to Alachua County public schools by address; verify the exact zoned schools with the district.

The takeaway

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

Entry: original-condition homes
$2K to $345K

The most attainable homes are those still largely original. Budget for systems and updates and confirm any association before assuming a value.

Lowest entry
Mid: partially updated homes
$345K to $392K

The core is partially updated homes. The renovation level and the section separate these more than square footage alone.

Most inventory
High: fully renovated homes on good lots
$392K to $392K

The top end is fully renovated homes on good lots. These trade on the finish, the systems, and condition.

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 $345K
Entry: original-condition homes
The most attainable homes are those still largely original. Budget for systems and updates and confirm any association before assuming a value.
$345K to $392K
Mid: partially updated homes
The core is partially updated homes. The renovation level and the section separate these more than square footage alone.
$392K to $392K
High: fully renovated homes on good lots
The top end is fully renovated homes on good lots. These trade on the finish, the systems, and condition.

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 NW location and the reported amenities are priced into every Deer Run listing. The deal is won on the section, the renovation level, and condition, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.3B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.3/10
Renovation Risk6.0/10
Location Efficiency7.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.0/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.2/10

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
  • Lot, section, and orientation matter alongside the renovation level.
  • The renovation level matters as much as the lot here.
  • Any association and amenities shape the real carrying cost.

In an established neighborhood like Deer Run, the section, the renovation level, and condition set value, with any association and amenities shaping cost. Lot, section, and orientation matter alongside the updates. Compare a home against the closest sale in its own section and renovation level within Deer Run, and confirm any association before the finishes.

Deer Run in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established single-family NW Gainesville neighborhood with reported community amenities.
Strong onA settled NW location near Hunter's Crossing and I-75, reported amenities, and varied late-1970s and 1980s stock.
WatchThe build era and section, the renovation level, the association status, and condition.
Not forBuyers who want new construction, a maintenance-free condo, or the Gainesville core or SW near UF.
The edgeDecades-old stock means the renovation level and the section are the find, so reading condition is the work.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Association status varies; confirm any HOA and dues.
  • Reported amenities include a pool and tennis courts.
  • Established late-1970s and 1980s stock; comp by condition.
  • Renovation level and section hold value best.
  • Central NW Gainesville location near shopping and I-75.

Association status at Deer Run is reported to vary, with reports of modest dues; treat any figure as reported and confirm whether there is an HOA, the dues, scope, reserves, and any deed restrictions before you offer.

Where dues apply, they generally cover reported community amenities and common areas; confirm exactly what is included and what each section covers for the specific home.

Reported community amenities include a pool, tennis courts, and sidewalks; confirm the amenities, access, and any dues for the specific address.

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 northwest Gainesville (32653), with homes reported as built roughly between 1978 and 1985.
What kinds of homes are in Deer Run?
Primarily single-family homes from the late 1970s and 1980s, with floor plans and condition varying across the neighborhood and its sections. Confirm the specifics with the listing.
When was Deer Run built?
Homes are reported as built roughly between 1978 and 1985. Treat any year as reported and confirm the build year for the specific home.
Does Deer Run have community amenities?
It is reported to offer amenities such as a pool, tennis courts, and sidewalks. Confirm the exact amenities, access, and any dues for the specific section and address.
Is there an HOA at Deer Run?
Association status is reported to vary, with reports of modest dues. Confirm whether there is an HOA, the dues, scope, reserves, and any deed restrictions for the specific home.
Where is Deer Run located?
In northwest Gainesville (32653), reported as near the Hunter's Crossing shopping area, area parks, and the I-75 corridor.
How far is Deer Run from the University of Florida?
The University of Florida and Shands area is roughly 15 to 20 minutes south. Drive times are approximate; confirm for the specific address.
What schools serve Deer Run?
It is zoned to Alachua County public schools by home address; assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.
Is Deer Run a good investment?
A settled NW location and reported amenities can support demand, but value is condition-and-update specific. Identify the section, read the renovation level, and confirm any association before deciding.
What should I check before buying in Deer Run?
The build era and section, the renovation level and major systems, any association and dues, the reported amenities, and the lot.
What does the 'II' mean in Deer Run II?
It refers to a platted section within the Deer Run neighborhood. We treat Deer Run as one community; confirm which section a given home is in with the listing.
Is Deer Run near I-75?
It is reported as near the I-75 corridor in NW Gainesville. Confirm the exact distance and access for the specific address.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Deer Run?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Where the section and the renovation level swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want an established single-family NW Gainesville neighborhoodExcellent fit
You value reported community amenities such as a pool and tennisExcellent fit
You are comfortable updating late-1970s and 1980s stockExcellent fit
You want new constructionProbably not
You want a high-rise or maintenance-free condoProbably not
You want to be in the Gainesville core or SW near UFProbably not

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