Hammock Ridge Estates

Established 1988 · Gainesville · Alachua County

A single-family community in southwest Gainesville, reported built in the 2000s and 2010s, with neighborhood amenities and a low HOA.

SW Gainesville, 2000s-2010sSingle-family with amenitiesLow reported HOA

Live Market Pulse

64/100
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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Listings before the portals, true comps, and the renovation and carrying-cost math, before you tour.

Built fromLive Stellar MLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily

LiveMarket PulseStellar MLS

$265K

Median Price

3.3mo

Supply

78days

Avg DOM

Balanced

Seller Leverage

$122/sf

Median $/Sqft

n/a

1-Yr Price Change

0now

Distress

Jon's Current Read

"Hammock Ridge is a single-family community in southwest Gainesville, reported built between roughly 2003 and 2018, with homes ranging from about 1,460 to 3,160 square feet and neighborhood amenities reported to include a pool, playground, recreation area, sidewalks, street lights, and trails (Gainesville subdivision profiles). HOA dues are reported as modest, roughly $9 to $50 per month, and it is reported zoned to Archer Elementary, Oak View Middle, and Newberry High. The read is a relatively newer, amenity-light-but-present SW Gainesville neighborhood near Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and the Tower Road corridor. The buy turns on the specific home, its condition, the lot, and confirming the HOA and schools per parcel."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Hammock Ridge Estates market snapshot (as of June 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $265K ($122 per sq ft), with homes averaging 78 days on market and 3.3 months of supply, a balanced market (limited data). Based on 11 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Hammock Ridge is a single-family community in southwest Gainesville (ZIP reported around 32608), Alachua County, reported built between roughly 2003 and 2018 (Gainesville subdivision profiles). Confirm the ZIP and parcel with the listing.

Homes are reported to range from about 1,460 to 3,160 square feet. Treat sizes and dates as reported and confirm per home, since the queue subdivision name 'Hammock Ridge Estates' may be one platted section within the broader Hammock Ridge area.

Neighborhood amenities are reported to include a pool, playground, recreation area, sidewalks, street lights, and trails, with modest HOA dues reported roughly $9 to $50 per month. Confirm the current dues and what they cover for the specific section.

Because this is a relatively newer single-family neighborhood, the decision is home-specific but lower-risk on age than a mid-century stock. Read the home's condition, the lot, and the systems, confirm the HOA and the zoned schools, and comp within the neighborhood by condition.

Quick Match

Who Hammock Ridge is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a relatively newer single-family home in southwest Gainesville
Buyers who value neighborhood amenities and sidewalks with a low reported HOA
Buyers who want proximity to Tower Road, the Oaks Mall area, and west-side services
Buyers who will confirm the HOA, the section, and the zoned schools before they offer

Probably not for

Buyers who want a large acreage or equestrian lot
Buyers who want a gated, amenity-dense master-plan community
Buyers who want a historic or mid-century character home
Buyers who want no HOA at all

Market Pulse

How Hammock Ridge is performing right now

64/100
momentum

Balanced Market (limited data)

Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market

3.3Months of supplytight

84Median days on marketdays

2 : 3Under contract vs for salestrong demand

11Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity

+127%Median price since 2012appreciation

+87%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 20, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Hammock Ridge listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Hayes Glen or Gainesville. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$3072026 YTD

Median $/sqft by year. 2026 is year to date.

Supply and demand now3 : 2active : pending

For sale3

Pending2

Sold 12mo11

Active and pending listings now vs homes sold in the last 12 months.

8.6A- score

Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Hammock Ridge Estates buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Hammock Ridge

Live MLS inventory for Hammock Ridge 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.

10215 Sw 98 Th Avenue home for sale in Hammock Ridge Estates

Active · 151 daysTop listing

$475,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,835 sqft · built 2004

10215 Sw 98 Th Avenue, GAINESVILLE, 32608

Listed by BHHS FLORIDA REALTY

10368 Sw 98Th Terrace home for sale in Hammock Ridge Estates

Active · 84 days

$459,900

3 bd · 2 ba · 2,314 sqft · built 2014

10368 Sw 98Th Terrace, GAINESVILLE, 32608

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS GAINESVILLE REALTY PARTNERS

2919 Se County Road 234 home for sale in Hammock Ridge Estates

Active · 0 days

$150,000

2919 Se County Road 234, GAINESVILLE, 32641

Listed by KW REALTY ELITE PARTNERS

9733 Sw 104Th Lane home for sale in Hammock Ridge Estates

Pending · 63 days

$799,900

5 bd · 3 ba · 3,157 sqft · built 2006

9733 Sw 104Th Lane, GAINESVILLE, 32608

Pool

Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS GAINESVILLE REALTY PARTNERS

9590 Sw 98Th Avenue home for sale in Hammock Ridge Estates

Pending · 44 days

$429,999

4 bd · 2 ba · 1,343 sqft · built 2004

9590 Sw 98Th Avenue, GAINESVILLE, 32608

Listed by RICHARD PETERS REALTY LLC

Active and pending Hammock Ridge listings as of 2026-06-20, priced high to low. Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.. Tap any home to ask about it.

Interactive Map

Hammock Ridge on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

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.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

Drive times from Hammock Ridge. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens~5 to 10 min · nearby, approximate

Tower Road corridor~3 to 8 min · services, approximate

University of Florida~12 to 18 min · northeast, approximate

The Oaks Mall area~8 to 15 min · shopping, approximate

Interstate 75~5 to 12 min · regional access, approximate

North Florida Regional Medical Center~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

Hammock Ridge (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

Hammock Ridge 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 Hammock Ridge address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value in Hammock Ridge, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Hammock Ridge Estates

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is a relatively newer SW Gainesville single-family community with neighborhood amenities and a low reported HOA. The watch items are confirming the section and HOA, the home's condition and the lot, and the zoned schools.

Relatively newer SW Gainesville community with amenities

BullishA 2000s-2010s single-family neighborhood with a pool, trails, and sidewalks near Tower Road and west-side services supports steady demand; confirm the section, HOA, and parcel. impact

SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Relatively newer SW Gainesville community with amenities

Multiple sections under the Hammock Ridge name

NeutralThe broader area includes more than one platted section, so confirm which section a listing is in, the HOA that applies, and the zoned schools per parcel. impact

SignificanceRadius: On-site

Multiple sections under the Hammock Ridge name

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 Hammock Ridge 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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Reported
Neighborhood
Single-family community built in the 2000s and 2010s
Hammock Ridge is reported as a single-family community in southwest Gainesville built between roughly 2003 and 2018, with homes about 1,460 to 3,160 square feet, neighborhood amenities including a pool, playground, recreation area, sidewalks, street lights, and trails, modest HOA dues reported roughly $9 to $50 per month, and reported zoning to Archer Elementary, Oak View Middle, and Newberry High (Gainesville subdivision profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: The newer stock, amenities, and low HOA are the story; value turns on the specific home, condition, the lot, and the section. Source

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.

The Strategy

The Hammock Ridge buying strategy.

If we were buying in Hammock Ridge, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Confirm the section and the HOA first, since the broader Hammock Ridge area includes more than one platted section with potentially different dues.

Read the home's condition and the lot, the roof, HVAC, and systems, on a 2000s-2010s home, and price any updates honestly.

Confirm what the HOA covers and the current dues for the specific section.

Verify the zoned schools by home address with the district.

Comp within Hammock Ridge by condition, not the broader Gainesville average, and cross-shop nearby SW Gainesville neighborhoods.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

An updated, well-kept home on a sound lot in a confirmed section with the HOA and schools verified.

Biggest Risk

Assuming the wrong section or HOA; confirm the section, dues, condition, and flood zone before you write.

Best Lot

Interior lots with a buffer or preserve view typically read best; confirm per parcel.

Smart Timing

Confirm the section, the HOA, condition, and the schools before you offer.

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

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

Hammock Ridge is a single-family community in southwest Gainesville (ZIP reported around 32608), Alachua County, reported built between roughly 2003 and 2018, with homes about 1,460 to 3,160 square feet. Neighborhood amenities are reported to include a pool, playground, recreation area, sidewalks, street lights, and trails, with modest HOA dues reported roughly $9 to $50 per month. The broader Hammock Ridge area includes more than one platted section, so confirm which section a listing is in. It is reported zoned to Archer Elementary, Oak View Middle, and Newberry High; verify the exact zoned schools with the district by home address. Nearby points of interest include Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and the Tower Road corridor.

Hammock Ridge Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Hammock Ridge.

The takeaway

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

Here are the broad resale bands in Hammock Ridge today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

Entry: smaller or original home

$2K to $195K

The most attainable homes are smaller or original-condition homes in the community. Price any updates before assuming value.

Lowest entry

Mid: updated single-family home

$195K to $430K

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

Most inventory

High: larger renovated home

$430K to $550K

The top end is the larger renovated homes on the better lots. These trade on condition, size, 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.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$265K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

$2K to $195K

Entry: smaller or original home

The most attainable homes are smaller or original-condition homes in the community. Price any updates before assuming value.

$195K to $430K

Mid: updated single-family home

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

$430K to $550K

High: larger renovated home

The top end is the larger renovated homes on the better lots. These trade on condition, size, and the lot.

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

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Hammock Ridge, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

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

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Hammock Ridge is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

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.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Hammock Ridge holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

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.

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 Hammock Ridge

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.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The newer stock, the amenities, and the SW Gainesville location are priced into every Hammock Ridge listing. The deal is won on the home's condition, the lot, and the right section, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

7.9B+ · Buy Score

Resale Strength8.0/10

Renovation Risk7.0/10

Location Efficiency8.0/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.6/10

Carrying Cost Advantage8.2/10

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.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Hammock Ridge 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.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

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

Interior lots with a buffer or preserve view typically read best.
Confirm which section a home is in; the HOA can differ.
Confirm the flood zone per parcel.

In a relatively newer community like Hammock Ridge, the lot and the home's condition set value together, and the section matters because it can affect the HOA and the comps. Lots with a buffer, preserve, or quieter interior position typically read best. Confirm the section, the HOA, the flood zone, and the zoned schools, and compare a home against the closest sale within the neighborhood by condition and lot before the finishes.

The 15-Second Verdict

Hammock Ridge in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a relatively newer single-family home in southwest Gainesville with neighborhood amenities and a low HOA.

Strong onNewer stock, a pool, trails and sidewalks, a low reported HOA, and a convenient SW Gainesville location.

WatchConfirming the section and HOA, the home's condition, the lot, and the zoned schools.

Not forBuyers who want acreage, gated master-plan amenities, a historic home, or no HOA at all.

The edgeCondition, the lot, and the right section define this market, so matching the right home is the find.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

HOA dues reported roughly $9 to $50 per month; confirm per section.
Amenities reported include a pool, trails, and a playground.
Built roughly 2003 to 2018; relatively newer stock.
More than one section under the name; confirm which applies.
Comp within Hammock Ridge by condition, not the city average.

HOA dues are reported as modest, roughly $9 to $50 per month, but the broader area includes more than one section, so confirm the current dues for the specific section. Confirm CDD/HOA with the listing.

Neighborhood amenities are reported to include a pool, playground, recreation area, sidewalks, street lights, and trails. Confirm exactly what the HOA covers for the specific section.

No private club or gated access is reported; the amenities are neighborhood-level (pool, trails, recreation area). Confirm the amenities and access for the specific section.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Hammock Ridge buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxAlachua County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Hammock Ridge.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

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.

Selling in Hammock Ridge

Thinking of selling in Hammock Ridge?

Your buyer is shopping a relatively newer SW Gainesville home with amenities and a low HOA, so sell the specifics: the home's updates and condition, the lot, the section, the amenities, and the zoned schools, confirmed.

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 Hammock Ridge, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Hayes Glen, 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.

What is your Hammock Ridge home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Hammock Ridge matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Hammock Ridge Estates year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

Hammock Ridge Estates Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Hammock Ridge 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

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 Hammock Ridge?

Hammock Ridge is a single-family community in southwest Gainesville, Alachua County, near the Tower Road corridor and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens. Confirm the ZIP, section, and parcel with the listing.

When was Hammock Ridge built?

It is reported as built between roughly 2003 and 2018, making it relatively newer stock. Confirm the build year for a specific home.

What are the HOA fees in Hammock Ridge?

HOA dues are reported as modest, roughly $9 to $50 per month, but the area includes more than one section. Confirm the current dues and what they cover for the specific section.

What amenities does Hammock Ridge have?

Reported amenities include a pool, playground, recreation area, sidewalks, street lights, and trails. Confirm exactly which amenities apply to the specific section.

How big are the homes in Hammock Ridge?

Homes are reported to range from about 1,460 to 3,160 square feet. Confirm the size and layout for a specific home.

What schools serve Hammock Ridge?

It is reported zoned to Archer Elementary, Oak View Middle, and Newberry High, but assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district by home address.

Is Hammock Ridge a gated community?

No gated access is reported; the amenities are neighborhood-level. Confirm the setting and access for the specific section.

Is Hammock Ridge in a flood zone?

Flood mapping is parcel specific. Confirm the FEMA flood zone and any drainage history for the specific parcel.

How far is Hammock Ridge from the University of Florida?

The University of Florida is roughly 12 to 18 minutes northeast, with Interstate 75 about 5 to 12 minutes away. Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.

Is Hammock Ridge a good investment?

A relatively newer SW Gainesville community with amenities and a low HOA supports steady demand, but value is home specific. Confirm the section, condition, the lot, the HOA, and the schools before deciding.

What should I budget for upkeep in Hammock Ridge?

On a 2000s-2010s home, budget for the roof, HVAC, and finishes as they age, plus the modest HOA dues. Price any updates honestly; the figure is home specific.

Should I use the listing agent to buy in Hammock Ridge?

No. The listing agent works for the seller. In a community with multiple sections where condition, the lot, and the HOA drive value, having your own representation to confirm the specifics and read the home is the highest-leverage decision you make.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Hammock Ridge?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

You want a relatively newer single-family home in southwest GainesvilleExcellent fit

You value neighborhood amenities and sidewalks with a low reported HOAExcellent fit

You will confirm the section, HOA, and zoned schools before you offerExcellent fit

You want acreage, an equestrian lot, or gated master-plan amenitiesProbably not

You want a historic or mid-century character homeProbably not

You want no HOA at allProbably not

Get the inside read on Hammock Ridge

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your Hammock Ridge home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

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Thinking about hiring an agent here? How to find the best real estate agent in Hammock Ridge Estates — what to look for, questions to ask, and your local expert.

Hammock Ridge Estates median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty — Median sale price in Hammock Ridge Estates, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.

Photography on this page is sourced from active and recently sold MLS listings in this community and remains the property of the listing brokerage and/or photographer. Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing; deemed reliable but not guaranteed by MLS GRID.

Hammock Ridge Estates

The 60-Second Overview

Who Hammock Ridge is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Hammock Ridge is performing right now

Homes For Sale Right Now in Hammock Ridge

Hammock Ridge on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Recent Developments in Hammock Ridge Estates

Relatively newer SW Gainesville community with amenities

Multiple sections under the Hammock Ridge name

Single-family community built in the 2000s and 2010s

The Hammock Ridge buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Hammock Ridge.

What ~$265K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Hammock Ridge holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Hammock Ridge

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Hammock Ridge is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Hammock Ridge in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Hammock Ridge buy.

Thinking of selling in Hammock Ridge?

In Hammock Ridge, condition and view decide your number

What is your Hammock Ridge home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Hammock Ridge Estates Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

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