San Felasco Estates in Gainesville

San Felasco Estates

Established 1988 · Gainesville · Alachua County

A gated, custom-home estate community on Millhopper Road in northwest Gainesville, beside two state parks.

NW Gainesville, gated estatesCustom homes on acre-plus lotsBeside San Felasco and Devil's Millhopper
Live Market Pulse
49/100
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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LiveMarket PulseStellar MLS
$910K
Median Price
6mo
Supply
96days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$236/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"San Felasco Estates is a gated, custom-home estate community along Millhopper Road in northwest Gainesville, Alachua County, with luxury homes reported by builder Mark Warring on lots of an acre or more, larger four-to-five-bedroom residences from about 3,000 square feet and up (Gainesville neighborhood profiles). The community sits less than a mile from two state parks, San Felasco Hammock and Devil's Millhopper, a nature-oriented setting with hiking and biking close by, and is reported as zoned to Talbot Elementary, Fort Clarke Middle, and Gainesville High. The read is an estate-tier buy where the lot, the custom home's condition, and the gated, acre-plus setting do the work. Confirm the HOA dues, the lot, and the flood zone with the listing."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

San Felasco Estates market snapshot (as of June 18, 2026): the median sale price is about $910K ($236 per sq ft), with homes averaging 96 days on market and 6.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 2 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

San Felasco Estates is a gated, custom-home estate community along Millhopper Road in northwest Gainesville, Alachua County (ZIP reported around 32653), less than a mile from San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park and Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park (Gainesville neighborhood profiles). Confirm the exact ZIP and parcel with the listing.

Homes are reported as luxury custom residences by builder Mark Warring on lots of an acre or more, larger four-to-five-bedroom homes from about 3,000 square feet and up. Treat sizes and builder details as reported and confirm per home.

This is an estate-tier buy on a large lot. Read the custom home's condition, the roof, HVAC and systems on a larger home, the lot and its acreage, and any flood or drainage exposure, and confirm the FEMA flood zone per parcel.

Confirm the gated community's HOA dues and what they cover, and comp within San Felasco Estates by lot and condition rather than the broader Gainesville average, since custom homes on acre-plus lots vary widely.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a gated, custom estate home on an acre-plus lot in northwest Gainesville
  • Buyers who value a nature-oriented setting beside San Felasco and Devil's Millhopper parks
  • Buyers who want larger, custom-built homes in a quiet, gated community
  • Buyers who will read the custom home's condition and the lot before they offer

Probably not for

  • Buyers seeking an attainable price point rather than estate-level
  • Buyers who want a small lot and low maintenance
  • Buyers who want a walkable, amenity-dense master plan
  • Buyers unwilling to budget custom-home maintenance

How San Felasco Estates is performing right now

49/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
6Months of supplytight
96Median days on marketdays
0 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand
2Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
-6%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 San Felasco Estates 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 San Felasco Estates buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in San Felasco Estates

Live MLS inventory for San Felasco Estates. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending San Felasco Estates 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.

San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park~1 to 5 min · less than a mile, approximate
Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park~1 to 5 min · less than a mile, approximate
Millhopper / Publix shopping~5 to 10 min · south, approximate
University of Florida~15 to 25 min · south, approximate
UF Health Shands area~20 to 30 min · south, approximate
Santa Fe College~10 to 15 min · southwest, approximate

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

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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
San Felasco Estates (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

San Felasco Estates 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 San Felasco Estates address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value in San Felasco Estates, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in San Felasco Estates

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is a gated, custom-home estate community on acre-plus lots beside two state parks in northwest Gainesville. The watch items are the custom home's condition, the lot and its acreage, and the gated community's HOA.

Gated, acre-plus estates beside two state parks

BullishA gated, custom-home community on large lots next to San Felasco and Devil's Millhopper supports estate-tier demand from buyers who want space and nature; confirm the lot and the HOA. impact
SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Gated, acre-plus estates beside two state parks

Custom homes vary by condition and finish

NeutralBecause the homes are custom built, condition, finish, and the lot drive value far more than square footage alone; read each home and the lot on its own terms. impact
SignificanceRadius: On-site

Custom homes vary by condition and finish

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 San Felasco Estates, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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  1. Reported
    Neighborhood

    Gated custom-home estate community on Millhopper Road

    San Felasco Estates is reported as a gated, luxury custom-home community along Millhopper Road in northwest Gainesville by builder Mark Warring, on lots of an acre or more, with larger homes from about 3,000 square feet and up, less than a mile from San Felasco Hammock and Devil's Millhopper state parks (Gainesville neighborhood profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: The gated, acre-plus, nature-adjacent setting is the story; value turns on the custom home, its 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 San Felasco Estates, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Read the custom home's condition first, the roof, HVAC, systems, and finish on a larger custom home, and price any updates honestly.

2

Read the lot and its acreage, the setting relative to the parks and any preserve buffer, and confirm the FEMA flood zone per parcel.

3

Confirm the gated community's HOA dues, what they cover, the reserve health, and any special assessments.

4

Read the floor plan and the build, since custom homes vary widely in layout and quality.

5

Comp within San Felasco Estates by lot and condition, not the broader Gainesville average.

Best Buy
An updated custom home on a strong acre-plus lot with the HOA and flood zone confirmed.
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting maintenance on a larger custom home, or overpaying for a weaker lot.
Best Lot
The lot and its acreage, setting, and any preserve buffer drive value in an estate community; confirm per parcel.
Smart Timing
Confirm the custom home's condition, the HOA, and the flood zone 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

San Felasco Estates is a gated, custom-home estate community along Millhopper Road in northwest Gainesville, Alachua County (ZIP reported around 32653), with luxury homes reported by builder Mark Warring on lots of an acre or more, larger four-to-five-bedroom residences from about 3,000 square feet and up. It sits less than a mile from San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park and Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park, a nature-oriented setting with hiking and biking close by, with the Millhopper Publix and shopping nearby. It is reported as zoned to Talbot Elementary, Fort Clarke Middle, and Gainesville High; verify the exact zoned schools with the district by home address. Confirm the gated community's HOA dues and what they cover.

The takeaway

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

Entry: original-condition custom home
$879K to $879K

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

Lowest entry
Core: updated custom estate
$879K to $940K

The core is updated custom estates on solid acre-plus lots. Condition, the build quality, and the lot separate these more than square footage alone.

Most inventory
Top: larger renovated estate on a prime lot
$940K to $940K

The top end is larger renovated estates on the best wooded or preserve-adjacent lots. These trade on the lot, the build, and condition.

Strongest resale

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

$879K to $879K
Entry: original-condition custom home
The most attainable homes are original-condition custom homes that need updating. Price the renovation before assuming value.
$879K to $940K
Core: updated custom estate
The core is updated custom estates on solid acre-plus lots. Condition, the build quality, and the lot separate these more than square footage alone.
$940K to $940K
Top: larger renovated estate on a prime lot
The top end is larger renovated estates on the best wooded or preserve-adjacent lots. These trade on the lot, the build, and condition.

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 San Felasco Estates

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 gates, the acreage, and the parks are priced into every San Felasco Estates listing. The deal is won on the lot, the custom home's condition, and the build, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.2A- · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.2/10
Renovation Risk6.0/10
Location Efficiency8.4/10
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 San Felasco Estates 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
  • The lot and its acreage, setting, and any preserve buffer drive value in an estate community.
  • Preserve-adjacent and wooded acre-plus lots tend to hold value best.
  • Confirm the gated community's HOA and the flood zone before the finishes.

In a gated, custom-home estate community like San Felasco Estates, the lot is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. Acre-plus lots, wooded settings, and proximity to the state parks are scarce and cannot be reproduced, while a custom home can be updated. Read the lot and its acreage first, confirm the FEMA flood zone and the HOA, then price the custom build and condition against the closest comparable sale within the community.

San Felasco Estates in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a gated, custom estate home on an acre-plus lot in northwest Gainesville beside two state parks.
Strong onA gated, nature-oriented setting, custom homes on large lots, and proximity to San Felasco and Devil's Millhopper.
WatchThe custom home's condition and build, the lot and its acreage, and the gated community's HOA.
Not forBuyers seeking an attainable price point, a small low-maintenance lot, or a walkable master plan.
The edgeReading the lot and the custom build correctly is where the value is won in an estate community.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Gated community with an HOA; confirm the current dues and what they cover.
  • Confirm reserve health and any pending special assessments before you offer.
  • Custom homes on acre-plus lots mean a careful condition and lot read.
  • Beside two state parks, a nature-oriented setting.
  • Comp within the community by lot and condition, not the city average.

San Felasco Estates is a gated community with a homeowners association. Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover (including the gates and any common areas), the reserve health, and any special assessments before you offer. Confirm the CDD/HOA with the listing.

Confirm whether the dues cover the gated access control, common-area maintenance, and any other services for the parcel, and what remains the owner's responsibility on a large custom home.

No private club is reported. The setting is a gated, nature-oriented estate community beside San Felasco Hammock and Devil's Millhopper state parks. Confirm the amenities and what the dues cover for the specific home.

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 San Felasco Estates, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Richmond, 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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San Felasco Estates Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

San Felasco Estates is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.8 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,049,500, and homes go under contract in about 72 days.

1.8
Months supply
$1,049,500
Median list
$847,500
Median sold
$321
Per sqft
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 San Felasco Estates?
San Felasco Estates is a gated, custom-home estate community along Millhopper Road in northwest Gainesville, Alachua County, less than a mile from San Felasco Hammock and Devil's Millhopper state parks. Confirm the exact ZIP and parcel with the listing.
Is San Felasco Estates gated?
Yes. It is reported as a gated community. Confirm the access control and what the HOA dues cover with the listing.
What kinds of homes are in San Felasco Estates?
Luxury custom homes reported by builder Mark Warring on lots of an acre or more, larger four-to-five-bedroom residences from about 3,000 square feet and up. Confirm sizes, builder, and dates per home.
How big are the lots in San Felasco Estates?
Lots are reported at an acre or more. Confirm the exact acreage and setting for the specific home.
What are the HOA fees in San Felasco Estates?
As a gated community it has a homeowners association. Confirm the current dues, what they cover, the reserve health, and any special assessments for the specific home before you offer.
What is nearby?
San Felasco Hammock and Devil's Millhopper state parks are reported less than a mile away, with hiking and biking close by, and the Millhopper Publix and shopping nearby. Confirm what is within reach for the specific home.
Is San Felasco Estates in a flood zone?
Some acre-plus lots may carry drainage or flood considerations. Confirm the FEMA flood zone and any drainage history for the specific parcel.
What schools serve San Felasco Estates?
It is reported as zoned to Talbot Elementary, Fort Clarke Middle, and Gainesville High, but assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district by home address.
Is San Felasco Estates a good investment?
A gated, custom-home community on acre-plus lots beside two state parks supports estate-tier demand, but value is home specific. Confirm the lot, the custom build and condition, the HOA, and the renovation math before deciding.
What should I budget for maintenance on a custom home here?
Larger custom homes mean larger systems, roofs, and finishes. Budget the upkeep and any updates honestly before you decide an original-condition estate is a deal; the figure is home specific.
Who built the homes in San Felasco Estates?
Homes are reported as luxury custom residences by builder Mark Warring. Because they are custom, build quality and finish vary; confirm the builder and the specifics for the home you are considering.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in San Felasco Estates?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. On a custom estate where the lot, the build, and condition swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want a gated, custom estate home on an acre-plus lot in northwest GainesvilleExcellent fit
You value a nature-oriented setting beside San Felasco and Devil's Millhopper parksExcellent fit
You will read the custom home's condition and the lot before you offerExcellent fit
You are seeking an attainable price point rather than estate-levelProbably not
You want a small lot and low maintenance, or a walkable master planProbably not
You are unwilling to budget custom-home maintenanceProbably not

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