Laurel Pointe

Newer single-family subdivision · High Springs · ZIP 32643

A newer, attainable single-family neighborhood in small-town High Springs.

Newer single-family homesMinutes to the springsHalf-hour to Gainesville

Live Market Pulse

47/100
Momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Homes here are newer and consistent, so condition, floor plan, and lot position decide the number more than any community premium.

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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

$280K

Median Price

12mo

Supply

197days

Avg DOM

Soft

Seller Leverage

$201/sf

Median $/Sqft

n/a

1-Yr Price Change

0now

Distress

Jon's Current Read

"Laurel Pointe is a newer, attainable single-family subdivision on the northwest side of High Springs, the kind of buy where the value read is about the home itself, the lot, and the commute, not a club or a resort amenity package. The homes are modern and consistent, which keeps comparison clean, so condition and floor plan set the number more than any community premium. The real lever here is the small-town High Springs location set against a roughly half-hour reach into Gainesville and the University of Florida."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Laurel Pointe market snapshot (as of June 18, 2026): the median sale price is about $280K ($201 per sq ft), with homes averaging 197 days on market and 12.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 1 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Laurel Pointe is a newer single-family community on the northwest side of High Springs, in the 32643 ZIP near Northwest 247th Street, developed by Century Complete. The homes are modern three and four bedroom plans on compact lots, built in recent years, with reported sizes roughly in the 1,200 to 1,800 square foot range.

This is an attainable, move-in-ready kind of neighborhood rather than an estate or golf community. Because the homes are newer and similar to one another, the comparison between listings stays clean, so a buyer can read condition, floor plan, and lot position against close comparable sales without an all-custom market muddying the picture.

The pitch is small-town High Springs living with the trade-off of a commute. Downtown High Springs, with its shops, restaurants, and farmers market, is minutes away, and the Santa Fe River springs that the town is known for are a short drive. Gainesville, the University of Florida, hospitals, and the regional airport are roughly a half-hour reach by US-441 or Interstate 75.

Whether Laurel Pointe carries a homeowners association fee, and what it covers, should be confirmed in writing for a specific home, since published figures for the community were not consistently available. As a newer High Springs subdivision, it sits outside the special-district debate that has surrounded larger planned developments nearby, but always confirm the tax and assessment picture per parcel before you offer.

Quick Match

Who Laurel Pointe is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a newer, attainable single-family home rather than an estate
Commuters who will trade a half-hour drive for small-town High Springs living
Households drawn to the springs, parks, and quiet pace of northwest Alachua County
First-time and right-sizing buyers who value modern, low-maintenance construction

Probably not for

Buyers who need to be inside Gainesville or walking distance to the university
Anyone wanting a large custom estate or acreage homesite
Buyers seeking resort amenities, a clubhouse, or on-site golf
Households unwilling to plan around a commute to Gainesville jobs and schools

Market Pulse

How Laurel Pointe is performing right now

47/100
momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market

12Months of supplytight

197Median days on marketdays

0 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand

1Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity

+127%Median price since 2012appreciation

-2%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 Laurel Pointe 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 Riverglen or High Springs. 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 now1 : 0active : pending

For sale1

Pending0

Sold 12mo1

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 Laurel Pointe buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Laurel Pointe

Live MLS inventory for Laurel Pointe. 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 · 197 daysTop listing

$315,000

4 bd · 2 ba · 1,602 sqft · built 2022

20105 Nw 247Th Street, HIGH SPRINGS, 32643

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by WATSON REALTY CORP- TIOGA

Active and pending Laurel Pointe listings as of 2026-06-18, priced high to low. Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.. Tap any home to ask about it.

Interactive Map

Laurel Pointe 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 Laurel Pointe. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

Downtown High Springs~5 min · shops, dining, farmers market

High Springs Community School~5 min · PK-8, Alachua County

O'Leno State Park~10-12 min · ~6 miles north on US-441

Ginnie Springs~12-15 min · ~6-7 miles from town

Interstate 75 (Alachua)~12-15 min · regional access south

Gainesville~30 min · ~23 miles via US-441 or I-75

University of Florida~30-40 min · ~20-25 miles

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

Laurel Pointe (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

Laurel Pointe 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 Laurel Pointe address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Laurel Pointe: the city's cautious stance on special-district financing for nearby growth, a large subdivision advancing nearby, the county school boundary review, and the springs and parks that anchor demand. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Laurel Pointe

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishThe area picture points to steady, growth-tinged demand: a desirable springs-and-small-town setting, continued subdivision activity nearby, and a local government weighing how to handle growth costs. The near-term watch items are traffic on the corridor and the county school boundary review.

High Springs commission denies a special development district for a large nearby project

2025

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

The city declining to allow a special-district tax mechanism for a large nearby development signals a cautious stance on shifting growth costs onto future homeowners, a backdrop worth knowing for any High Springs buy.

Large nearby subdivision moves ahead with road and timing updates

2026

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

A major subdivision advancing with road work and a planned roundabout points to continued growth and added traffic on the corridor over time; confirm how any nearby project affects a specific street.

Alachua County reviews school attendance boundaries

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: County

With the district drafting new boundary maps, the zoned schools for a specific home can change, so confirm the current assignment by address rather than assuming it.

Springs and state parks anchor the High Springs draw

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

The cluster of springs and O'Leno State Park near town is a durable lifestyle anchor that supports steady demand for High Springs homes.

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 Laurel Pointe, 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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February 2025
Growth
High Springs commission denies a community development district for a large nearby project
The High Springs City Commission voted to deny a request to establish a special development district for a large planned residential project on the area's edge, after extended public comment. Why it matters: A cautious stance on special-district financing shapes how growth costs are handled locally; confirm the tax and assessment picture per parcel. Source
January 2026
Growth
Developers give timing for a large nearby High Springs subdivision
Reporting in January 2026 covered an update to city commissioners on a large nearby subdivision, including road work and a planned roundabout at the entrance, with home construction expected later in the year. Why it matters: Continued area growth means more traffic on the corridor over time; check how nearby projects affect a specific street and commute. 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 Laurel Pointe buying strategy.

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

Confirm the HOA picture in writing. Ask whether a homeowners association fee applies to a specific Laurel Pointe home and exactly what it covers before you offer.

Read the floor plan against the lot. The homes are similar, so the plan, the orientation, and the lot position are what separate one listing from another.

Drive your real commute. Time the trip to Gainesville or the University of Florida at the hour you would actually leave, by both US-441 and Interstate 75.

Verify the zoned schools by address. Alachua County has been redrawing attendance boundaries, so confirm the current assignment for the specific home with the district.

Match the home to real comps. Because the stock is newer and consistent, recent comparable sales give a clean read on a fair number.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-kept newer plan on a quiet interior street, matched to comps

Biggest Risk

Assuming the HOA and tax picture instead of confirming it per parcel

Best Lot

A larger or buffered lot over one backing directly to a neighbor

Smart Timing

Confirm the current school zoning given the county boundary review

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

Laurel Pointe is a newer single-family subdivision on the northwest side of High Springs, developed by Century Complete, with reporting indicating a buildout of roughly 75 homes. The plans are modern three and four bedroom layouts on compact lots, with reported sizes roughly in the 1,200 to 1,800 square foot range. The community sits minutes from downtown High Springs and the High Springs Community School, and a short drive from the Santa Fe River springs the area is known for, including O'Leno State Park about six miles north of town. There is no on-site club, golf course, or resort amenity package; the appeal is attainable, newer construction in a small-town setting with a manageable reach into Gainesville. Confirm current availability, any homeowners association fee, and the tax picture for a specific home before you offer.

Laurel Pointe Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Laurel Pointe.

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 Laurel Pointe today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry Home

$280K to $280K

A smaller newer plan on a compact lot, the attainable way into a recently built High Springs neighborhood.

Lowest entry

The Core Home

$280K to $280K

A three or four bedroom plan in good condition on a solid lot, the heart of the resale market here.

Most inventory

The Top

$280K to $280K

A larger plan or a better-positioned lot with upgrades, the homes that tend to hold value best in the subdivision.

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 ~$280K buys here.

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

$280K to $280K

The Entry Home

A smaller newer plan on a compact lot, the attainable way into a recently built High Springs neighborhood.

$280K to $280K

The Core Home

A three or four bedroom plan in good condition on a solid lot, the heart of the resale market here.

$280K to $280K

The Top

A larger plan or a better-positioned lot with upgrades, the homes that tend to hold value best in the subdivision.

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 Laurel Pointe, 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 Laurel Pointe 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 Laurel Pointe holds value.

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

No CDD on the tax billStrong

Central High Springs 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 Laurel Pointe

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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There is no club or course priced in here. The deal is won or lost on the home, the lot, and an honest read of the commute.

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.

7.8B · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.6/10

Renovation Risk3.0/10

Location Efficiency7.2/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.4/10

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 Laurel Pointe 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

Golf, lake, and preserve lots hold value best
Interior lots are where buyers overpay
The lot cannot be renovated, the house can
Premium homesites resell faster
~3% asking premium for premium lots today

In a built-out club community, the lot is the resale insurance

The houses can be renovated, but the lot and view cannot. Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots consistently command higher premiums and resell faster than interior lots backing to another home. The premium you pay for a great homesite is the discount you avoid when you sell.

The mistake is paying an estate price for a base interior lot. We help buyers spot which homesites carry real, durable premiums and which are dressed-up interiors, so your money lands where the market will give it back.

Strongest resale Golf frontage and lakefront homesites at Laurel Pointe

Golf & lakefront lots

Open views over the course or the 26 community lakes. The scarcest, most in-demand homesites; they command the highest premiums and resell fastest.

Strong resale Preserve-backing homesites at Laurel Pointe

Preserve lots

Backing to protected preserve means privacy with no rear neighbor. A consistent favorite that holds value well above a standard interior lot.

Moderate resale Cul-de-sac and larger interior homesites at Laurel Pointe

Cul-de-sac & larger lots

Less traffic, more yard, and an easy walk to the club for some streets. A real but smaller premium that depends on the street and parcel size.

Value tier Standard interior homesites at Laurel Pointe

Standard interior lots

The most affordable way through the gates, and the best renovation value. Just do not pay a golf or lake price for one, this is where buyers most often overpay.

Relative resale strength by lot and view, illustrative of how Laurel Pointe homesites trade. The exact premium depends on the specific home, the view, and the street.

The 15-Second Verdict

Laurel Pointe in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a newer, attainable single-family home in small-town High Springs.

Biggest advantageModern, low-maintenance homes near the springs and downtown, with a manageable drive to Gainesville.

Biggest riskAssuming the fee and tax picture. Confirm any HOA dues and the assessment per parcel before you offer.

Sweet spotA well-kept newer plan on a quiet lot matched honestly to recent comps.

Avoid ifYou need to be inside Gainesville, want an estate or acreage, or expect resort amenities.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

Confirm any HOA fee and inclusions per home
No on-site club or golf course here
Newer construction keeps upkeep predictable
Confirm the tax and assessment picture per parcel
Attainable carrying cost is the draw

Any homeowners association fee for Laurel Pointe should be confirmed in writing for a specific home, since published community figures were not consistently available.

Confirm what an association fee, if any, covers for a specific home, common-area upkeep and similar items. The community is not reported to carry a special development district, but confirm the tax and assessment picture per parcel.

No on-site club, golf course, or resort amenity package; this is an attainable single-family subdivision.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Laurel Pointe 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 Laurel Pointe.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 Laurel Pointe

Price it to the floor plan, lot, and condition, not the Zestimate.

If you are thinking about selling in Laurel Pointe, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's plan, lot, and condition, not an automated estimate. In a newer, consistent subdivision the differences between homes are real but narrow, so accurate pricing matters.

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 Laurel Pointe, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Riverglen, 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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Laurel Pointe Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Laurel Pointe 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 Laurel Pointe located?

Laurel Pointe is on the northwest side of High Springs, Florida, in the 32643 ZIP near Northwest 247th Street, in Alachua County. Downtown High Springs and the High Springs Community School are minutes away.

Who built Laurel Pointe?

Laurel Pointe was developed by Century Complete, a builder brand that focuses on attainable, newer single-family homes. Confirm the specific builder warranty and any remaining coverage for an individual home.

What kind of homes are in Laurel Pointe?

The community offers newer three and four bedroom single-family plans on compact lots, with reported sizes roughly in the 1,200 to 1,800 square foot range. Because the stock is recent and consistent, comparison between homes stays clean.

Is Laurel Pointe a new construction community?

It is a recently built subdivision. Reporting indicates the community is built out or close to it, so most purchases are resales of newer homes rather than new builds from the developer. Confirm current availability for any specific listing.

Does Laurel Pointe have an HOA?

Whether a homeowners association fee applies, and what it covers, should be confirmed in writing for a specific home, since published community figures were not consistently available. Always verify the fee and inclusions before you offer.

Does Laurel Pointe have a CDD or special district?

The community is not reported to carry a special development district, unlike some larger planned developments proposed nearby. Confirm the tax and assessment picture per parcel as a matter of course.

What schools serve Laurel Pointe?

High Springs students are generally served by Alachua County Public Schools, with High Springs Community School serving the early grades and Santa Fe High School the upper grades in this part of the county. The district has been reviewing attendance boundaries, so confirm the current zoned schools by address.

How far is Laurel Pointe from Gainesville?

High Springs is roughly 23 miles from Gainesville by road, commonly about a half-hour drive via US-441 or Interstate 75, with the University of Florida campus a few miles farther into the city.

How far is Laurel Pointe from the University of Florida?

The University of Florida campus is roughly 20 to 25 miles from High Springs, generally a 30 to 40 minute drive depending on the route and traffic. Time your real commute before you buy.

Is Laurel Pointe close to the springs?

Yes. High Springs is in the heart of north Florida spring country. Ginnie Springs is roughly 6 to 7 miles from town and O'Leno State Park sits about six miles north on US-441, with several other springs and parks nearby.

Is Laurel Pointe a good value?

For a buyer who wants a newer, attainable single-family home and will trade a commute for small-town living, it can be. As with any home, condition, the lot, and the comparable-sales read decide the outcome; this is not a guarantee of future value.

What is the downtown High Springs area like?

Downtown High Springs has a small-town feel with shops, restaurants, a farmers market, and cultural events, set against the springs and parks the area is known for. It is the everyday draw for living in this part of Alachua County.

Should I use the listing agent to buy in Laurel Pointe?

No. The listing agent works for the seller. Having your own representation, who will confirm the fees, the school zoning, and the true comparable sales, is the higher-leverage choice for a buyer.

How do I confirm the carrying costs on a Laurel Pointe home?

Ask for any homeowners association fee in writing, confirm the property tax and any assessment per parcel, and add insurance to the picture. We will pull the full carrying cost on a specific home before you offer.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Laurel Pointe?

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

Buyers who want a newer, attainable single-family home rather than an estateExcellent fit

Commuters who will trade a half-hour drive for small-town High Springs livingExcellent fit

Households drawn to the springs, parks, and quiet pace of northwest Alachua CountyExcellent fit

First-time and right-sizing buyers who value modern, low-maintenance constructionExcellent fit

Buyers who will confirm the fees and school zoning before they offerExcellent fit

Buyers who need to be inside Gainesville or near the universityProbably not

Anyone wanting a large custom estate or acreage homesiteProbably not

Buyers seeking resort amenities, a clubhouse, or on-site golfProbably not

Households unwilling to plan around a commute to GainesvilleProbably not

Buyers who will not confirm the carrying costs per parcelProbably not

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Laurel Pointe

The 60-Second Overview

Who Laurel Pointe is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Laurel Pointe is performing right now

Homes For Sale Right Now in Laurel Pointe

Laurel Pointe on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Recent Developments in Laurel Pointe

High Springs commission denies a special development district for a large nearby project

Large nearby subdivision moves ahead with road and timing updates

Alachua County reviews school attendance boundaries

Springs and state parks anchor the High Springs draw

High Springs commission denies a community development district for a large nearby project

Developers give timing for a large nearby High Springs subdivision

The Laurel Pointe buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Laurel Pointe.

What ~$280K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Laurel Pointe holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Laurel Pointe

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 Laurel Pointe is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

In a built-out club community, the lot is the resale insurance

Golf & lakefront lots

Preserve lots

Cul-de-sac & larger lots

Standard interior lots

Laurel Pointe in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Laurel Pointe buy.

Price it to the floor plan, lot, and condition, not the Zestimate.

In Laurel Pointe, condition and view decide your number

What is your Laurel Pointe home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Laurel Pointe Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Laurel Pointe?

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