Pilot Forest

Established 1988 · Alachua · Alachua County

A low-density subdivision in the City of Alachua north of Gainesville, with single-family homes on half-acre and larger lots and a country feel.

Alachua, low densityHalf-acre and larger lotsCountry feel near Gainesville

Live Market Pulse

58/100
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

$242K

Median Price

0mo

Supply

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Avg DOM

Balanced

Seller Leverage

$201/sf

Median $/Sqft

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Distress

Jon's Current Read

"Pilot Forest is a low-density subdivision in the City of Alachua, north of Gainesville, reported with single-family homes on lots of a half acre and larger, offering a country feel within reach of the city (real estate profiles). The read is location and home specific: the larger lots and quiet setting are the appeal, so the homesite size and usability, the home's age and condition, the utilities, and the access drive value more than any area average. Confirm the lot size, any HOA, the utilities, and the flood zone with the listing."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Pilot Forest market snapshot (as of June 18, 2026): the median sale price is about $242K ($201 per sq ft), a balanced market (limited data). Based on 3 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Pilot Forest is a low-density subdivision in the City of Alachua (reported around 32615), Alachua County, north of Gainesville (real estate profiles). Confirm the lot size, ZIP, and parcel with the listing.

It is reported with single-family homes on lots of a half acre and larger, giving residents room to spread out while staying convenient to nearby Gainesville and Alachua. Treat home sizes, lot sizes, and any HOA details as reported and confirm per home.

The setting is quiet and semi-rural, near the conveniences of the City of Alachua, the US 441 corridor, and I-75, with the larger lots and country feel as the main draw.

Because this is a low-density subdivision, the decision is home and lot specific: read the homesite size and usability, the home's age and condition, the utilities, and any HOA, and comp by lot and condition rather than the broader area average.

Quick Match

Who Pilot Forest is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a low-density subdivision with larger lots near the City of Alachua
Buyers who value a country feel within reach of Gainesville and I-75
Buyers who want single-family homes with room to spread out
Buyers who will read the lot, the condition, and the utilities before they offer

Probably not for

Buyers who want a walkable, amenity-dense urban neighborhood
Buyers who want a small, low-maintenance lot
Buyers who want a gated master plan with amenities
Buyers who want a turnkey home with no due diligence

Market Pulse

How Pilot Forest is performing right now

58/100
momentum

Balanced Market (limited data)

Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market

0Months of supplytight

72Median days on marketdays

3 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand

3Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity

+127%Median price since 2012appreciation

+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 18, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Pilot Forest 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 Red Oak Estates or Alachua. 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 now0 : 3active : pending

For sale0

Pending3

Sold 12mo3

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 Pilot Forest buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Pilot Forest

Live MLS inventory for Pilot Forest. 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.

Pending · 3 days

$289,900

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,350 sqft · built 1996

15816 Nw 120Th Place, ALACHUA, 32615

Listed by HORIZON REALTY OF ALACHUA INC

Pending · 53 days

$249,000

3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,106 sqft · built 1979

11908 Nw 164Th Terrace, ALACHUA, 32615

Renovated

Listed by REAL BROKER, LLC

Pending · 134 days

$149,997

2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,071 sqft · built 1984

15923 Nw 118Th Place, ALACHUA, 32615

Listed by ARIUM REAL ESTATE, LLC

Sold

$299,000

4 bd · 2 ba · 1,513 sqft · built 1995

16029 Nw 120Th Place, ALACHUA, 32615

Listed by FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MORTGAGE GVILLE

Sold

$242,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,204 sqft · built 1994

16319 Nw 120Th Place, ALACHUA, 32615

Listed by BHGRE THOMAS GROUP

Sold

$225,000

3 bd · 1 ba · 1,000 sqft · built 1995

15826 Nw 118Th Place, ALACHUA, 32615

Listed by MATCHMAKER REALTY OF ALACHUA COUNTY

No homes are actively for sale in Pilot Forest right now, so its recent closed sales are shown, 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

Pilot Forest 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 Pilot Forest. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

City of Alachua~5 to 12 min · approximate

Gainesville~18 to 28 min · south, approximate

Interstate 75~8 to 15 min · regional access, approximate

Santa Fe College~15 to 22 min · approximate

High Springs~12 to 20 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

Pilot Forest (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

Pilot Forest 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 Pilot Forest address.

The takeaway

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

Recent Developments in Pilot Forest

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is a low-density subdivision in the City of Alachua with larger lots and a country feel near Gainesville. The watch items are the lot size and usability, the home's condition, the utilities, and the flood picture per parcel.

Low-density Alachua location with larger lots near Gainesville

BullishLarger lots and a country feel within reach of Gainesville and I-75 appeal to buyers who want space; confirm the lot, utilities, and any HOA. impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Low-density Alachua location with larger lots near Gainesville

Half-acre and larger lots, semi-rural setting

NeutralLarger lots may mean well and septic on some parcels and rural-style due diligence; confirm the utilities, drainage, and the flood zone per parcel. impact

SignificanceRadius: On-site

Half-acre and larger lots, semi-rural setting

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 Pilot Forest, 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
Community
Low-density subdivision with larger lots in the City of Alachua
Pilot Forest is reported as a low-density subdivision in the City of Alachua north of Gainesville, with single-family homes on lots of a half acre and larger and a country feel within reach of the city (real estate profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: The larger lots and quiet setting near the city are the story; value turns on the lot, the condition, and the utilities. 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 Pilot Forest buying strategy.

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

Read the home's age and condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and finishes honestly before you judge any list price.

Confirm the lot and any flood or drainage exposure per parcel, since this varies lot by lot.

Confirm any HOA, CDD, or special district for the specific parcel; confirm the CDD/HOA with the listing.

Read the homesite size and usability, and confirm the utilities (central or well and septic) and drainage on a larger lot.

Comp within Pilot Forest by condition, not the broader area average, and cross-shop nearby neighborhoods.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A sound home on a usable, well-drained larger lot with the utilities, any HOA, and the flood zone confirmed.

Biggest Risk

Underbudgeting renovation or utilities, or missing drainage or flood exposure on a larger lot.

Best Lot

A higher, well-drained, usable larger lot holds value best; confirm per parcel.

Smart Timing

Confirm the lot, the utilities, any HOA, and the flood zone before you write.

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

Pilot Forest is a low-density subdivision in the City of Alachua (reported around 32615), Alachua County, north of Gainesville, reported with single-family homes on lots of a half acre and larger and a country feel within reach of the city. The setting is quiet and semi-rural, near the conveniences of the City of Alachua, the US 441 corridor, and I-75. Utilities may be central or well and septic depending on the parcel; confirm per parcel. Any HOA status should be confirmed for the specific parcel. It is in the Alachua County Public Schools attendance area; verify the exact zoned schools with the district. Treat home sizes and lot sizes as reported and confirm per home.

Pilot Forest Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Pilot Forest.

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

Entry: older home or smaller lot

$225K to $242K

The most attainable homes are older homes or smaller lots in the subdivision. Price the renovation and confirm the utilities before assuming value.

Lowest entry

Mid: updated home on a larger lot

$242K to $299K

The middle is updated homes on half-acre and larger lots. The lot, the condition, and the utilities separate these more than square footage alone.

Most inventory

High: larger or fully renovated home

$299K to $299K

The top end is larger or fully renovated homes on the best lots. These trade on the lot, the condition, and the low-density setting.

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 ~$242K buys here.

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

$225K to $242K

Entry: older home or smaller lot

The most attainable homes are older homes or smaller lots in the subdivision. Price the renovation and confirm the utilities before assuming value.

$242K to $299K

Mid: updated home on a larger lot

The middle is updated homes on half-acre and larger lots. The lot, the condition, and the utilities separate these more than square footage alone.

$299K to $299K

High: larger or fully renovated home

The top end is larger or fully renovated homes on the best lots. These trade on the lot, the condition, and the low-density setting.

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 Pilot Forest, 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.

Updated homes ask about 27% more per square foot than original-condition homes, and they tend to sell faster. In an all-resale market, condition is the single biggest swing in value, which is why reading the renovation math is the whole game.

Asking price per square foot

Renovated$225

Original$177

Median days on market

Renovated53

Original68

From current Pilot Forest listings (renovated 1, original 2); condition inferred from listing descriptions, asking not closed figures. The exact number depends on a specific home's updates, lot, and view, which is the read we do before you offer.

Operator Note

The trap here is a beautifully staged original-condition home. Staging is cheap; a roof, HVAC, and a full modernization are not. We price the real renovation before you fall for the listing photos, because in an all-resale market that number is the difference between a deal and the most expensive house on the street.

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 Pilot Forest holds value.

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

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.

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 Pilot Forest

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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Larger lots and a country feel near the city are the appeal in Pilot Forest. The deal is won on the lot, the condition, and the utilities, 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.

7.3B · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.2/10

Renovation Risk5.4/10

Location Efficiency6.6/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.4/10

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.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Pilot Forest 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

A higher, well-drained, usable larger lot holds value best.
Confirm the utilities (central or well and septic) per parcel.
Confirm any HOA and the flood zone per parcel.

In a low-density subdivision like Pilot Forest, the lot and the home's condition set value together. A higher, well-drained, usable larger lot with sound utilities carries less risk. Compare a home against the closest sale in the subdivision by lot and condition, and confirm the utilities, any HOA, and the flood zone before the finishes.

The 15-Second Verdict

Pilot Forest in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a low-density subdivision with larger lots and a country feel near the City of Alachua.

Strong onLarger lots, a quiet setting, room to spread out, and access to Gainesville and I-75.

WatchThe lot size and usability, the home's condition, the utilities, and any flood exposure per parcel.

Not forBuyers who want a walkable urban neighborhood, a small lot, or a gated amenity master plan.

The edgeThe lot and the condition define this market, so matching the right homesite and home is the find.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

Confirm any HOA status and dues per parcel.
Half-acre and larger lots; confirm the utilities per parcel.
Quiet, low-density setting near the City of Alachua.
Read the lot, the condition, and drainage before you offer.
Comp by lot and condition, not the area average.

Confirm whether Pilot Forest has a mandatory homeowners association, its dues, and rules for the specific parcel, since this varies. Confirm any HOA or deed restriction, the utilities (central or well and septic), and the flood zone before you offer. Confirm the CDD/HOA with the listing.

If there is an HOA, dues typically cover common-area items; confirm what is included. If there is no mandatory HOA, the appeal is the larger lots and low-density setting. Confirm any private road arrangement per parcel.

No club or gated amenities are confirmed. The setting is a low-density subdivision in the City of Alachua near US 441 and I-75.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Pilot Forest 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 Pilot Forest.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 Pilot Forest

Thinking of selling in Pilot Forest?

Your buyer is shopping larger lots and a country feel near the city, so sell the specifics: the homesite size and usability, the home's condition and updates, the utilities, and a clear picture of any HOA and the flood zone.

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 Pilot Forest, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Red Oak Estates, 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 Pilot Forest home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Pilot Forest 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.

Pilot Forest Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Pilot Forest 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 Pilot Forest?

It is a low-density subdivision in the City of Alachua, Alachua County, north of Gainesville, reported around the 32615 area. Confirm the parcel and lot size with the listing.

How large are the lots?

Homes are reported on lots of a half acre and larger, giving room to spread out. Treat lot sizes as reported and confirm the exact acreage per parcel.

Does Pilot Forest have an HOA?

Confirm any HOA status, dues, and rules for the specific parcel with the listing, since this varies.

Do homes use well and septic?

It varies by parcel. Larger lots may rely on private well and septic, while others may have central utilities. Confirm the utilities per parcel.

Is Pilot Forest in a flood zone?

It varies by parcel. Confirm the FEMA flood zone and any drainage for the specific lot before you offer.

How far is it from Gainesville?

Gainesville is roughly 18 to 28 minutes south, with the City of Alachua and I-75 close by. Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.

Is Pilot Forest a quiet area?

Yes, it is reported as a quiet, low-density subdivision with larger lots and a country feel. Confirm the street character for the specific home.

What should I budget for renovation here?

It depends on the home's age and condition. Budget for the roof, HVAC, and finishes, plus any well or septic work where applicable. Price the work honestly before you judge any list price.

What due diligence should I do before buying in Pilot Forest?

Read the home's condition (roof, HVAC, and systems), confirm the lot and the FEMA flood zone, confirm any HOA, CDD, or special district for the parcel, and comp within the area by condition. Confirm the CDD/HOA with the listing.

What schools serve Pilot Forest?

It is in the Alachua County Public Schools attendance area for the City of Alachua. School assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with Alachua County Public Schools by the home address before you assume them.

Is Pilot Forest a good investment?

Value here is home specific. Confirm the condition, the lot, the flood zone, any HOA or special district, and the renovation math before deciding; this is not a guarantee of future value.

Should I use the listing agent to buy in Pilot Forest?

No. The listing agent works for the seller. Having your own representation to read the home, the lot, the flood zone, and the comparable sales is the highest-leverage decision you make.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Pilot Forest?

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

You want a low-density subdivision with larger lots near the City of AlachuaExcellent fit

You value a country feel within reach of Gainesville and I-75Excellent fit

You will read the lot, the condition, and the utilities before you offerExcellent fit

You want a walkable, amenity-dense urban neighborhoodProbably not

You want a small, low-maintenance lotProbably not

You want a gated master plan with amenitiesProbably not

Get the inside read on Pilot Forest

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your Pilot Forest 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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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.

Pilot Forest

The 60-Second Overview

Who Pilot Forest is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Pilot Forest is performing right now

Homes For Sale Right Now in Pilot Forest

Pilot Forest on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Recent Developments in Pilot Forest

Low-density Alachua location with larger lots near Gainesville

Half-acre and larger lots, semi-rural setting

Low-density subdivision with larger lots in the City of Alachua

The Pilot Forest buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Pilot Forest.

What ~$242K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Pilot Forest holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Pilot Forest

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 Pilot Forest is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Pilot Forest in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

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