Hermitage in Gainesville

Hermitage

Established 1988 · Gainesville · Alachua County

An established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville, with a wide range of home sizes and a low reported HOA.

NW Gainesville, establishedWide range of homesLow reported HOA
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

"Hermitage is an established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville, Alachua County, reported in the 32605 area (Gainesville neighborhood profiles). Homes here are reported to span a wide range in size, from roughly 1,300 square feet up past 6,000 square feet, with a correspondingly wide price range and a low reported HOA, around $4 per month. The read is an established NW Gainesville location with varied housing, from mid-century-era homes to larger residences, where condition and the specific home drive value far more than a neighborhood average. The buy turns on the home's age and condition, the lot, and confirming the HOA, schools, and flood zone per parcel."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Hermitage is an established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville (ZIP reported around 32605), Alachua County (Gainesville neighborhood profiles). Confirm the ZIP and parcel with the listing.

Homes are reported to span a wide range, from roughly 1,300 square feet to over 6,000 square feet, with a wide price range to match. Treat sizes as reported and confirm per home.

A homeowners association is reported with low dues, around $4 per month. Confirm whether the HOA is mandatory, the current dues, and what they cover for the specific parcel.

Because the housing stock varies widely in size and vintage, the decision is firmly home-specific. Read the home's age, condition, roof and systems, and the lot, and comp within Hermitage by condition rather than the broader Gainesville average.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville
  • Buyers who value a wide range of home sizes and a low reported HOA
  • Buyers who want a central NW location near services, UF, and downtown
  • Buyers who will read condition and the lot before they offer

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a new-construction home with a builder warranty
  • Buyers who want gated, amenity-dense master-plan living
  • Buyers who want a uniform, single-vintage subdivision
  • Buyers who want a turnkey home with no renovation reserve

How Hermitage is performing right now

50/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
30Median 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 20, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Hermitage 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 Hermitage buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Hermitage

Live MLS inventory for Hermitage. 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 Hermitage 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.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

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

University of Florida~10 to 15 min · south, approximate
Downtown Gainesville~8 to 12 min · east, approximate
North Florida Regional Medical Center~8 to 12 min · west, approximate
The Oaks Mall area~8 to 15 min · shopping, approximate
Interstate 75~8 to 15 min · regional access, approximate
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)~15 to 20 min · northeast, 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
Hermitage (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

Hermitage 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 Hermitage address.

The takeaway

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

Recent Developments in Hermitage

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is an established NW Gainesville single-family neighborhood with a wide range of home sizes and a low reported HOA. The watch items are the home's age and condition, the lot, the renovation read on a varied housing stock, and confirming the HOA and schools per parcel.

Established NW Gainesville location with varied housing

BullishA central NW Gainesville neighborhood close to UF, downtown, and services supports steady demand, with a wide range of home sizes for different budgets; confirm the parcel and any overlay. impact
SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Established NW Gainesville location with varied housing

Wide range of home sizes and vintages

NeutralHomes span a wide size and age range, so condition and the specific home drive value far more than any neighborhood average; read condition and confirm details per parcel. impact
SignificanceRadius: On-site

Wide range of home sizes and vintages

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 Hermitage, 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. Reported
    Neighborhood

    Established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville

    Hermitage is reported as an established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville (32605 area) with a wide range of home sizes, from roughly 1,300 to over 6,000 square feet, and a low reported HOA around $4 per month (Gainesville neighborhood profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: The central NW location and the range of homes are the story; value turns on the specific home, condition, and the lot. 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 Hermitage, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Read the home's age and condition first, the roof, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, and price any renovation honestly given the varied housing stock.

2

Confirm the HOA for the specific parcel, the current dues, and what they cover.

3

Confirm the lot and the flood zone for the specific parcel.

4

Verify the zoned schools by home address with the district.

5

Comp within Hermitage by condition and size, not the broader Gainesville average.

Best Buy
An updated home matched to its size class on a sound lot, with the HOA and schools confirmed.
Biggest Risk
Comping across very different home sizes; match the comp to the home's size and condition, and confirm the flood zone.
Best Lot
Higher, well-drained, established lots typically read best; confirm per parcel.
Smart Timing
Confirm condition, the HOA, the flood zone, and the schools 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

Hermitage is an established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville (ZIP reported around 32605), Alachua County. Homes are reported to span a wide range, from roughly 1,300 square feet to over 6,000 square feet, with a correspondingly wide price range and a low reported HOA around $4 per month. The central NW location puts the University of Florida, downtown, North Florida Regional Medical Center, and the Oaks Mall area within a short to moderate drive. It is served by Alachua County Public Schools; verify the exact zoned schools with the district by home address, along with the flood zone and the HOA terms.

The takeaway

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

Entry: smaller or original home

The most attainable homes are smaller or original-condition homes that need updating. Price the renovation before assuming value.

Lowest entry
Mid: updated mid-size home

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

Most inventory
High: larger or fully renovated home

The top end is the larger or fully renovated homes. 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.

Entry: smaller or original home
The most attainable homes are smaller or original-condition homes that need updating. Price the renovation before assuming value.
Mid: updated mid-size home
The middle is updated mid-size homes. Condition, the systems, and the lot separate these more than square footage alone.
High: larger or fully renovated home
The top end is the larger or fully renovated homes. 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.

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 Hermitage

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 established NW Gainesville location is priced into every Hermitage listing. The deal is won on the home's condition, the size class, and the lot, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.9B+ · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.0/10
Renovation Risk6.0/10
Location Efficiency8.4/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.6/10
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 Hermitage 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
  • Higher, well-drained, established lots typically read best.
  • Match the comp to the home's size class, not the neighborhood average.
  • Confirm the flood zone and the HOA per parcel.

In an established neighborhood like Hermitage, the lot, the home's condition, and its size class set value together. Because homes span a wide size range, the most important step is comping to the right size class rather than a neighborhood average. Confirm the lot, the flood zone, the schools, and the HOA, and compare a home against the closest sale by size and condition before the finishes.

Hermitage in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville with a range of home sizes.
Strong onA central NW Gainesville location near UF, downtown, and services, with a wide range of homes and a low reported HOA.
WatchThe wide size range means you must comp to the right size class; read condition and confirm the flood zone.
Not forBuyers who want new construction, gated amenities, or a uniform single-vintage subdivision.
The edgeCondition and the size class define this market, so matching the right home to the right comp is the find.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Low reported HOA dues, around $4 per month; confirm per parcel.
  • Wide range of home sizes, roughly 1,300 to over 6,000 square feet.
  • Established, varied housing stock; condition drives value.
  • Central NW Gainesville location near UF and downtown.
  • Comp within Hermitage by condition and size class.

A homeowners association is reported with low dues, around $4 per month. Confirm whether the HOA is mandatory, the current dues, and what they cover for the specific parcel. Confirm CDD/HOA with the listing.

With low reported dues, the HOA likely covers limited common items if any; confirm what is included for the specific parcel. The appeal is the central NW location and the range of homes.

No private club or gated access is reported. The setting is an established NW Gainesville neighborhood near services, UF, and downtown. Confirm what is nearby with the listing.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Momentum listings (YTD)
97.98%
Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
Market average (YTD)
96.73%
The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
Momentum days on market
64 days
Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
Market days on market
72 days
The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Hermitage, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Florida Park, 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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Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Hermitage 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.

Hermitage Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Hermitage 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

Where is Hermitage?
Hermitage is an established single-family neighborhood in northwest Gainesville, Alachua County, reported in the 32605 area. Confirm the ZIP and parcel with the listing.
What kinds of homes are in Hermitage?
Single-family homes spanning a wide range, from roughly 1,300 square feet to over 6,000 square feet, in a range of vintages. Confirm the size and age for a specific home.
Does Hermitage have an HOA?
A homeowners association is reported with low dues, around $4 per month. Confirm whether it is mandatory, the current dues, and what they cover for the specific parcel.
Why do home sizes and prices vary so much in Hermitage?
The neighborhood includes a wide range of home sizes and vintages, from smaller established homes to larger residences, which is why condition and the specific home drive value more than any average.
Is Hermitage 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 Hermitage from the University of Florida?
The University of Florida is roughly 10 to 15 minutes south and downtown is roughly 8 to 12 minutes east. Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.
What schools serve Hermitage?
The neighborhood is served by Alachua County Public Schools, but assignments are by address and change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district by home address.
Is Hermitage a gated community?
No gated access is reported. The setting is an established NW Gainesville neighborhood. Confirm the setting and any community features with the listing.
Is Hermitage a good investment?
An established, central NW Gainesville neighborhood close to UF and downtown supports steady demand, but value is home specific given the wide size range. Confirm condition, the lot, the size class, the flood zone, and the HOA before deciding.
What should I budget for renovation in Hermitage?
Because the housing stock is established and varied, budget for the roof, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and finishes as needed for the specific home's vintage. Price the work honestly; the figure is home specific.
How do I compare two homes in Hermitage?
Match each home to comps in its own size class and condition rather than a neighborhood average, since sizes span a wide range. We build that comp set for any specific home.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Hermitage?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. In a neighborhood with a wide size range where condition and the size class drive value, having your own representation to read the home and the comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want an established single-family neighborhood in northwest GainesvilleExcellent fit
You value a wide range of home sizes and a low reported HOAExcellent fit
You will read condition and comp to the right size class before you offerExcellent fit
You want new construction or gated, amenity-dense master-plan livingProbably not
You want a uniform, single-vintage subdivisionProbably not
You want a turnkey home with no renovation reserveProbably not

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