Forest Park in Gainesville

Forest Park
Homes for Sale in Gainesville, FL

All 806 homes for sale in Gainesville, FL · median $299,900 · 27 homes for sale in 32601 · Alachua County homes for sale

Community in Gainesville · Alachua County · ZIP 32601
Median sale $298K
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Live Market Pulse
78/100
Market Heat
Hotter than normal
2013 → 2026 · 78 at the 2026 peak
0 is Forest Park's coldest market since 2013, 100 its hottest. Today: 78. How it's scored
Built fromLive Stellar MLS data36 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, Forest Park Replat(400) in Gainesville, FL has 4 homes for sale and 1 pending, asking from $499,000 to $995,000 (median $770,000). Over the 12 months ending 2026-08-02, 3 recorded sales closed at a median of $298,000, $174 per square foot, a median 5 days on market, sellers accepting 95% of original asking. Homes listed or recently sold were built 1940 - 2021; 5 listings state no HOA; none of the 8 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 167 ft). At the median price and Alachua County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.56 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,930 ($4,290 with the full homestead exemption).

Forest Park Replat(400) key facts
LocationGainesville, Alachua County, FL · ZIP 32601, 32603, 32605, 32606 and more
Home types (current listings and sales)single-family 100%
Sale prices, last 12 months$298,000 median across 3 closed sales · $174 per sq ft
Days on market (closed sales)5 median
For sale right now2 active, 2 pending · median asking $587,000 · 4.0 months of supply

Data as of August 2, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 1990 through 2026. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Forest Park Replat(400) key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/forest-park-gainesville, data as of August 2, 2026.

Last 30 days in Forest Park: 3 new listings (median asking $865,000), 1 under contract right now, 1 closed sale (median $585,000). As of September 28, 2026, Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Live · Forest Park Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$298K
Median sold · 12 mo
$174/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $182 in 2021
95.3%
Sale vs ask
Alachua median: 93.4%
+37%
T12M median vs 2012
from a $218K median in 2012
Tempo
4.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
5days
Median DOM · closed
5 days at the 2026 low
50%
Under contract
Alachua: 24% (417 of 1,722)
2 · 2
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
3
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 4 a year
Ownership and context
67%
Cash buyers · Forest Park
2 of 3 sales, 12 mo ending June 2026
Track record · 36 years of records
0
Failed listings · 2025
peaked at 11 in 2009
1,716sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales

Homes For Sale Right Now in Forest Park

Live MLS inventory for Forest Park. 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 Forest Park listings as of 2026-09-28, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 1990 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

Every Home for Sale in Forest Park Gainesville Right Now (5)

All 5 active and pending Forest Park Gainesville listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

  • 1741 NW 7th Avenue · $865,000 · 4 bd / 3 ba · listed Sep 10, 2026 · listed by Resource Realty, Llc
  • 1741 NW 7th Avenue · $995,000 · 4 bd / 3 ba · listed Sep 10, 2026 · listed by Resource Realty, Llc
  • 1740 NW 7th Avenue · $499,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Aug 28, 2026 · listed by Cornerstone Realty & Management Services Llc
  • 1732 NW 8th Avenue · $675,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Aug 8, 2026 · listed by Exp Realty Llc
  • 1822 NW 6th Avenue · $539,950 · 5 bd / 3 ba · pending · listed Jun 29, 2026 · listed by Re/Max Professionals
Forest Park Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of August 2, 2026

Forest Park right now

🟡 Balanced market. 4.0 months of supply and 50% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, as of August 2, 2026. Confidence: Medium (4 active and pending listings, 3 closed sales in 12 months).

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· Updated September 28, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Forest Park market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $298K ($174 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 5 days on market for closed sales, and 4.0 months of supply, a balanced market.

In ZIP 32601 (Gainesville), 186 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $315K ($199/sq ft), down 6.6% year over year, with a median 46 days on market. Right now 52 active and 16 pending listings put supply at about 4.9 months - a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 32601 housing market and the Alachua County market.

Stellar MLS sales records identify 102 homes in Forest Park that have changed hands since 1999, built between 1930 and 2021 (median 1948), with a median living area of about 1,865 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

Flood zones in Forest Park: of 8 listing addresses checked against the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, 100% sit outside the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (Zone X). Individual parcels vary - verify any specific address at msc.fema.gov. See flood zones by neighborhood in Gainesville.

Windows contain 0 to 10 sales each (3 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 1990 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$200K$250K$300K$350K20122014201620182020202220242026
Every sale since 1990 · price vs size
$0$200K$400K1k2k3k
131 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo
$125$150$17520122014201620182020202220242026
Up from $110 in 2012 to a $182 peak in 2021; $174 now.
Median days on market · closed sales
05010020122014201620182020202220242026
5 days at the 2026 low; 5 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
90%95%100%105%20122014201620182020202220242026
95.3% now vs Alachua 93.4%.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
051020122014201620182020202220242026
0 to 10 a year; 3 in the current window.
Indexed since 2012 · Forest Park vs Alachua
200400Alachua +336%Forest Park +37%20122014201620182020202220242026
Same Stellar MLS record, indexed to 100 at 2012.
Sellers who gave up · failed listings per year
0510200820122016202020242025
Canceled, expired, or withdrawn. 11 quit in 2009; 0 so far in 2025. The clearest stress gauge a community has.
Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record
20406080seller-leaningbuyer-leaning20142016201820202026
78 at the 2026 peak, 33 in the troughs, 78 now. Same score as the hero card, full history.
How much local inventory is already under contract

11% of homes for sale in ZIP 32603 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-09-28).

Forest Park Market Scorecard

Balanced

Forest Park is currently a balanced market. About 4.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $587,000, and homes go under contract in about 19 days.

4.0
Months supply
$587,000
Median list
$298,000
Median sold
$394
List $/sqft
19
Days on mkt
4/1/5
Active/Pend/Sold

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

Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Housing distress & ownership in Forest Park Replat(400), Gainesville

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 13 listings
Distress share trend - 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-09-23)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period September 2026 through September 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

Schools

In short
  • Alachua County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • J. J. Finley Elementary School-AL · Elementary
  • Westwood Middle School-AL · Middle
  • Gainesville High School-AL · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Forest Park listings and can change; always confirm with Alachua County Public Schools for a specific address.

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

If we were buying in Forest Park today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Forest Park.

A closer look at the Forest Park market

At a median of $174 per square foot, Forest Park prices sit in a fairly defined band, so condition and updates — more than the list price — tend to separate one home from the next.

Inventory runs at 4.0 months of supply, a balanced market. Homes that do trade take a median 5 days on market, useful leverage on any listing that has lingered.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Forest Park. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
5.8C+ · Buy Score
Long-Term Appreciation4.5/10
Liquidity & Demand6.0/10
Pricing Power6.9/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 3 factors (5.8). Basis: Long-Term Appreciation +37% since 2012; Liquidity & Demand 4.0 months of supply; Pricing Power 95.3% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Forest Park homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Forest Park.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Forest Park sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Forest Park Replat(400)

Homes in Forest Park Replat(400) that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 2 on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Forest Park?
The median sale price in Forest Park was $298K over the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 (3 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in Forest Park take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 took a median 5 days on market (3 sales, Stellar MLS).
Is Forest Park a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of August 2, 2026, Forest Park is roughly balanced: 4.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
Do cash buyers compete in Forest Park?
Cash buyers took 67% of Forest Park sales in the 12 months ending June 2026 (2 of 3 closings, Stellar MLS).
Have Forest Park home prices gone up?
The trailing-12-month median is up 37% since 2012, from $218K to $298K (Stellar MLS closed records).
Who is the best real estate agent for Forest Park?
The best agent for Forest Park is one who actively works Gainesville and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Forest Park.
How do I find a top Gainesville real estate agent who knows Forest Park?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Forest Park and the wider Gainesville area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Forest Park?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Forest Park purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Forest Park, and what county is it in?
Forest Park is in Gainesville, Alachua County, FL, ZIP codes 32601, 32603, 32605, 32606.

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 28, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 1990 (131 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Thinking of selling in Forest Park Replat(400)? 3 recorded closings; median 5 days on market (window ending 2026-08-02). See the Alachua County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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