Oak Ridge Crossing in Alachua

Oak Ridge Crossing
Alachua

Acreage community · City of Alachua · ZIP 32615

An acreage community of larger homes on multi-acre wooded lots near the City of Alachua.

Acreage lotsLarger homesCity of Alachua
Live Market Pulse
47/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
This is an acreage community, so the homesite, the well and septic, and the condition of a larger home drive value far more than any headline number; read those first.
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseStellar MLS
$585K
Median Price
12mo
Supply
52days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$244/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Oak Ridge Crossing is an acreage community of larger homes on multi-acre wooded lots northwest of the City of Alachua, with much of the stock dating to the early 2000s, some on lots around 2.5 acres. The read is land and systems: confirm the acreage and drainage, whether the home is on private well and septic, and the condition of the roof, HVAC, and finishes on a larger home, because those decide your carrying cost. The privacy and space near the City of Alachua's growing employment base, with quick I-75 and US-441 access, support steady demand from acreage buyers."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Oak Ridge Crossing market snapshot (as of June 18, 2026): the median sale price is about $585K ($244 per sq ft), with homes averaging 52 days on market and 12.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 2 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Oak Ridge Crossing sits northwest of the City of Alachua in the 32615 ZIP, an acreage community of larger homes on multi-acre wooded lots, with examples around 2.5 acres along the NW 145th to 148th Terrace area.

Much of the housing stock dates to the early 2000s, with substantial concrete-block homes that have traded in the higher ranges for the area. The setting is private and wooded, with space between neighbors.

Because it is an acreage community, the essentials are the lot and the systems: the exact acreage and drainage, whether the home is on private well and septic, and the condition of a larger home's roof, HVAC, and finishes. The location pairs that privacy with quick I-75 and US-441 access toward Gainesville and the City of Alachua's employers.

Treat Oak Ridge Crossing as a land-and-condition buy. The homesite and an honest condition read are where value is won or lost, so read those before you anchor on a number.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a private, multi-acre homesite near the City of Alachua
  • Those who value space and larger homes with quick I-75 and US-441 access
  • Buyers comfortable with well, septic, and larger-home upkeep
  • Anyone who wants room to breathe within reach of Gainesville and Alachua employers

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a small, low-maintenance lot
  • Those who need a walkable, amenity-dense master plan
  • Buyers who must be minutes from the University of Florida
  • Anyone unwilling to maintain acreage, well, or septic

How Oak Ridge Crossing is performing right now

47/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
12Months of supplytight
52Median days on marketdays
0 : 2Under contract vs for salestrong demand
2Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
-1%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 Oak Ridge Crossing 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 Oak Ridge Crossing buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Oak Ridge Crossing

Live MLS inventory for Oak Ridge Crossing. 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 Oak Ridge Crossing 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.

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.

City of Alachua (downtown)~10-15 min · Main Street, shops
Interstate 75~8-12 min · regional access
San Felasco / Progress District~10-15 min · employers on US-441
Gainesville and UF~30-40 min · south via US-441 or I-75
High Springs and the springs~15-20 min · northwest
Gainesville Regional Airport~35-40 min · via I-75

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
Oak Ridge Crossing (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

Oak Ridge Crossing 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 Oak Ridge Crossing address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Oak Ridge Crossing: the City of Alachua's employment growth, the scarcity of private acreage, and quick I-75 and US-441 access. Each item is sourced and dated.

Recent Developments in Oak Ridge Crossing

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

Net OutlookBullishThe City of Alachua's job growth and the scarcity of private acreage point to steady demand. The near-term watch items are system condition and insurance on larger homes.

City of Alachua employment base grows

2024-2025
BullishMajor impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Expansion in the Progress and innovation districts on US-441 adds jobs near acreage communities, supporting demand.

Private acreage stays scarce near the city

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Multi-acre lots near a growing town are limited in supply, which supports pricing power over time.

I-75 and US-441 access supports the location

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Quick highway access keeps Gainesville and Alachua commutes manageable from a private setting.

Well, septic, and insurance are the watch items

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

On larger acreage homes, system condition and insurance are the costs to confirm before buying.

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 Oak Ridge Crossing, 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. September 2024
    Area

    Siemens leases space at San Felasco Tech City in Alachua

    Reporting covered a major employer leasing space in the City of Alachua's tech and innovation district on the US-441 corridor. Why it matters: A growing employment base near the city supports housing demand, including private acreage. Source

  2. February 2025
    Area

    Western Alachua County growth and infrastructure in focus

    Local reporting tracked growth and road pressures across Alachua County's outlying communities. Why it matters: Infrastructure and roads are the items to watch as the area grows. 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 Oak Ridge Crossing, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Read the lot first. Confirm acreage, drainage, and what the homesite backs to, since the land is the durable value.

2

Check well and septic. Confirm the home's systems and their age and condition on a larger property.

3

Price a larger home's systems honestly. Roof, multiple HVAC zones, and any well or septic work add up; budget them first.

4

Confirm any HOA or deed restrictions and get the rules and any dues in writing.

5

Match the home to real comps, recent closed sales of comparable acreage homes, not a city-wide average.

Best Buy
An updated home on a high, well-drained multi-acre lot matched to real comps
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting systems and upkeep on a larger acreage home
Best Lot
High, dry, private acreage over low-lying or road-adjacent lots
Smart Timing
Confirm acreage, systems, and any deed restrictions before you offer
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

Oak Ridge Crossing is an acreage community in the City of Alachua (ZIP 32615), northwest of town, with larger homes on multi-acre wooded lots, some around 2.5 acres, much of the stock dating to the early 2000s. The setting is private and wooded with quick I-75 and US-441 access. Homes are commonly on private well and septic, so confirm the systems and the exact acreage for a specific address. Confirm any HOA and school zoning by address with the district.

The takeaway

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

The Entry Acreage Home
$525K to $525K

Original or lightly updated homes on a multi-acre lot, the value way into a private acreage setting.

Lowest entry
The Updated Larger Home
$525K to $645K

Renovated larger homes with newer systems on strong, private lots, the heart of the resale market here.

Most inventory
The Premium Homesite
$645K to $645K

The largest, most private acreage lots with the best buffers and frontage.

Strongest resale

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

$525K to $525K
The Entry Acreage Home
Original or lightly updated homes on a multi-acre lot, the value way into a private acreage setting.
$525K to $645K
The Updated Larger Home
Renovated larger homes with newer systems on strong, private lots, the heart of the resale market here.
$645K to $645K
The Premium Homesite
The largest, most private acreage lots with the best buffers and frontage.

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 Alachua 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 Oak Ridge Crossing

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.

Privacy and land are the draw. The deal is won or lost on the lot, the systems, and the condition of a larger home.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.9B+ · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.0/10
Renovation Risk6.0/10
Location Efficiency7.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility8.2/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.6/10

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 Oak Ridge Crossing 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
  • 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 resaleGolf frontage and lakefront homesites at Oak Ridge Crossing

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 resalePreserve-backing homesites at Oak Ridge Crossing

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 resaleCul-de-sac and larger interior homesites at Oak Ridge Crossing

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 tierStandard interior homesites at Oak Ridge Crossing

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 Oak Ridge Crossing homesites trade. The exact premium depends on the specific home, the view, and the street.

Oak Ridge Crossing in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a private, multi-acre homesite near the City of Alachua.
Biggest advantagePrivacy and space with quick I-75 and US-441 access.
Biggest riskSystems and upkeep on a larger acreage home with well and septic.
Sweet spotAn updated home on a high, dry acreage lot matched to comps.
Avoid ifYou want a small, low-maintenance lot minutes from UF.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Acreage lots, some around 2.5 acres
  • Confirm well and septic on each home
  • Any HOA or deed restrictions may be modest
  • Budget systems and upkeep on a larger home
  • The land and privacy are the durable value

Any HOA or deed restrictions vary and may be modest for an acreage community; confirm the current dues and rules for a specific home.

Where an association applies, it generally covers common items and restrictions rather than home maintenance. Confirm exactly what is covered.

No private club. This is a residential acreage community, not an amenity or golf community.

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 Oak Ridge Crossing, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Santa Fe Forest, 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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Oak Ridge Crossing Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Oak Ridge Crossing 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).

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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 Oak Ridge Crossing?
It is an acreage community northwest of the City of Alachua, in the 32615 ZIP, with quick I-75 and US-441 access.
What kind of homes are in Oak Ridge Crossing?
Larger homes, much of the stock from the early 2000s, on multi-acre wooded lots, with examples around 2.5 acres. Confirm the lot size and home details for a specific address.
How big are the lots?
Lots are multi-acre, with examples around 2.5 acres. Confirm the exact acreage and survey for any specific home.
Is the community on well and septic?
Acreage homes here are commonly on private well and septic. Confirm the systems and their age and condition for a specific property before you offer.
Is there an HOA?
Any HOA or deed restrictions vary and may be modest for an acreage community. Confirm the current dues and rules for a specific home.
Is there a CDD fee?
No CDD is expected here, but confirm per parcel as a matter of course.
How far is it to the City of Alachua and I-75?
It is a short drive to the City of Alachua and I-75. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.
How far is it to Gainesville and UF?
It is a drive south toward Gainesville and the University of Florida via US-441 or I-75, commonly around half an hour depending on traffic and route.
What schools serve Oak Ridge Crossing?
It is part of Alachua County Public Schools serving the City of Alachua area. School assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned schools with the district.
What should I check before buying?
Confirm the acreage and drainage, the well and septic, the age of the roof and HVAC on a larger home, and any deed restrictions, then match the home to comparable acreage sales.
Is Oak Ridge Crossing a good investment?
The privacy, the land, and quick highway access support demand from acreage buyers. As with any larger property, the lot and the systems drive the outcome; this is not a guarantee of future value.
Should I use the listing agent to buy here?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. On an acreage purchase where land and systems swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
Buyers who want a private, multi-acre homesite near the City of AlachuaExcellent fit
Those who value space and larger homes with quick I-75 and US-441 accessExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable with well, septic, and larger-home upkeepExcellent fit
Anyone who wants room to breathe within reach of Gainesville and Alachua employersExcellent fit
Buyers who will read the lot and systems honestlyExcellent fit
Buyers who want a small, low-maintenance lotProbably not
Those who need a walkable, amenity-dense master planProbably not
Buyers who must be minutes from the University of FloridaProbably not
Anyone unwilling to maintain acreage, well, or septicProbably not
Buyers seeking new construction with a builder warrantyProbably not

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