Santa Fe Forest
Homes for Sale in Alachua, FL
All 163 homes for sale in Alachua, FL · median $336,000 · 150 homes for sale in 32615 · Alachua County homes for sale
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Homes listed or recently sold were built 2007 - 2017; 5 of 5 report an HOA (median $89/mo); none of the 5 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 84 ft). Santa Fe Forest is a community in Alachua, Alachua County, FL. Across Alachua as a whole, 342 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $328,495, 80 median days on market, with 150 homes for sale today. At that median and Alachua County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.56 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,440 ($4,790 with the full homestead exemption).
Santa Fe Forest is a small, gated pocket of 77 homes with a wide build range spanning 1978 to 2023, and that spread is the story. With a median year built around 1994 and a median footprint just under 2,000 square feet, price here is driven far more by a specific home's condition, updates, and vintage than by any neighborhood-wide number. Two homes built decades apart can sit on the same street, so the single median price you see masks a genuinely wide condition-driven spread.
At 8 months of supply this is a buyer-leaning market, but with only 2 active listings the read is fragile - one new listing or one sale moves the picture. For a seller, that thin inventory can work in your favor if your home is updated and shows well; for a buyer, expect to wait for the right home rather than choose from many at once, and to underwrite each property on its own merits.
Figures in this note are as of July 19, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Santa Fe Forest right now
🟡 Balanced market. 4.0 months of supply and 50% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, as of September 3, 2026. Confidence: Low (2 active and pending listings, 3 closed sales in 12 months).
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· Updated November 12, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Santa Fe Forest right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Santa Fe Forest market snapshot (as of September 3, 2026): the median sale price is about $1000K ($238 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 88 days on market for closed sales, and 4.0 months of supply, a balanced market.
In ZIP 32615 (Alachua), 266 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $332K ($189/sq ft), up 1.6% year over year, with a median 58 days on market. Right now 85 active and 28 pending listings put supply at about 3.8 months - a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32615 housing market and the Alachua County market.
Santa Fe Forest is a community of 77 homes in Alachua, Alachua County, built between 1978 and 2023 (median 1994.5), with a median living area of about 1,954 square feet. 84% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
A gated community of 77 homes in Alachua with deed restrictions, room for horses, and golf carts permitted - a rural-flavored setup where lot use and acreage tend to matter as much as the house itself. High homestead occupancy points to a stable, owner-held enclave rather than a rental-heavy one.
The setting & the homes.
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Who Santa Fe Forest is best for.
Best for
- Buyers wanting acreage-style living with horses permitted and golf-cart access
- Long-hold owners comfortable in a small, gated, deed-restricted community
- Buyers willing to wait for the right individual home and underwrite it on its own condition
Probably not for
- Buyers who need a broad selection of listings to choose from right now
- Anyone seeking resort-style amenities like a pool, clubhouse, or maintained common areas
- Buyers who want a turnkey, uniform product and predictable comps
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending September 3 of each year, from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($1000K) IS the median in the snapshot above.
Windows contain 0 to 3 sales each (3 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2006 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
The real cost & risk here
Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Alachua County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.
Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Alachua County scorecard.
County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.
26% of homes for sale in ZIP 32615 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-08-30).
Santa Fe Forest Market Scorecard
Santa Fe Forest is currently a balanced market. About 4.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,249,000.
Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.
Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Santa Fe Forest on the map.
Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers and tap a home for the details.
Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Life at Santa Fe Forest
- Deed Restrictions · reported on 2 of 2 listings
- Gated Community - No Guard · reported on 2 of 2 listings
- Community Mailbox · reported on 1 of 2 listings
- Golf Carts OK · reported on 1 of 2 listings
- Horses Allowed · reported on 1 of 2 listings
- Gated Community · reported on 1 of 2 listings
- Secured Garage/Parking · reported on 1 of 2 listings
- Security Lights · reported on 1 of 2 listings
Community amenities as reported across Stellar MLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.
Recent Developments in Santa Fe Forest
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Santa Fe Forest, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- October 2026Infrastructure
EPA plans mile-long underground wall at Koppers Superfund site in Gainesville
The EPA presented a plan to the Gainesville City Commission for a mile-long, 65-foot-deep underground wall at the 90-acre Koppers site at 200 NW 23rd Ave. Construction could start this fall and run to mid-2027, and an information session is set for Oct. 21. The site will be cleaned to commercial and industrial standards only.
What it may mean for the marketThe cleanup sets long-term land use limits on a large north Gainesville parcel and brings construction activity there through 2027. The project is about 12 miles southeast of Santa Fe Forest, elsewhere in Alachua County.
Source: Mainstreet Daily News - October 2026Civic
City of Alachua approves 12-month moratorium on AI data center applications
The Alachua City Commission unanimously approved a 12-month pause on accepting and reviewing AI data center applications, with a possible six-month extension. Planning staff said the city has no data center applications and needs time to study the use and write regulations. The commission also approved a roughly $67.4 million 2026-27 budget on a 3-2 vote.
What it may mean for the marketThe pause limits one type of large industrial land use in Alachua while rules are written, which shapes what can be built on nearby land. The site is about 5 miles southwest of Santa Fe Forest.
Source: Mainstreet Daily News - September 2026Infrastructure
Alachua County budgets $106 million for roads and expands pothole repair
County Manager Michele Lieberman said the 2026-27 budget includes $106 million for roads across a 700-mile network. The county now runs four pothole crews six days a week, added milling and resurfacing to its Watson Construction contract, and is adding a $500,000 amendment for more repairs.
What it may mean for the marketAdded road funding and resurfacing should improve driving conditions on county roads and affect commute reliability. The site is about 14 miles southeast of Santa Fe Forest.
Source: Mainstreet Daily News - September 2026Development
GRU Authority approves demolition of Power District buildings ahead of possible land sale
The GRU Authority voted 3-0 to hire SGLC for $458,000 to demolish most buildings and remove asbestos on the roughly nine-acre Power District northeast of Depot Park. Demolition starts at the end of September and is to finish by Thanksgiving. GRU plans to sell the land, which it expects to bring at least $7.5 million.
What it may mean for the marketClearing about nine acres near Depot Park opens a possible future redevelopment site close to downtown. The project is about 14 miles southeast of Santa Fe Forest, elsewhere in Alachua County.
Source: Mainstreet Daily News - April 2026Development
Gainesville board approves 248-unit apartment project in northwest Gainesville
The Gainesville Development Review Board approved a 248-unit multifamily project in northwest Gainesville, planned as four four-story buildings with a clubhouse and amenities, with construction expected to run about 22 months.
What it may mean for the marketA new apartment community of this size adds rental housing to northwest Gainesville, a factor that can influence demand and pricing for nearby communities. The project is about 10 miles south of Santa Fe Forest, elsewhere in Alachua County.
Source: WCJB - December 2025Retail & Dining
Amrit Palace Indian restaurant to open on Southwest 34th Street in Gainesville
Amrit Palace, an Indian restaurant expanding from Ocala, is planned to open at 3105 Southwest 34th Street in Gainesville, adding a dining option along the 34th Street corridor near Archer Road.
What it may mean for the marketA new restaurant on the 34th Street corridor adds to the dining and retail mix that shapes daily convenience for nearby Gainesville communities. The project is about 14 miles south of Santa Fe Forest, elsewhere in Alachua County.
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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.
The Santa Fe Forest buying strategy.
If we were buying in Santa Fe Forest today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Santa Fe Forest.
A small enclave where the individual home sets the price
The amenity list reads rural-residential: deed restrictions, a gated (no guard) entry with a community mailbox, security lights, horses allowed, and golf carts OK. That combination signals larger lots and a slower-paced setting where equestrian use and property size are part of the appeal. If you want sidewalks, a clubhouse, or a pool, this is not that kind of community - verify current amenities and any access details directly with the HOA.
With roughly 84% of homes homesteaded, turnover is low and most owners are here for the long haul, which reinforces why listings are scarce. When a home does come up, the questions worth asking are all property-specific: how much of the original 1978-to-2023 build range does this one reflect, what's been updated, and how does the lot and any equestrian setup line up with your plans. Deed restrictions govern the details, so read them before you fall for the house.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Santa Fe Forest. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Momentum Buy Score.
Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the factors that decide how a home in Santa Fe Forest buys, holds, and resells. Momentum Research; not an appraisal.
Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 3 factors (6.7). Basis: Liquidity & Demand 4.0 months of supply; Owner Commitment 84% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 93.8% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community this small with so few homes trading, comps are thin and each sale carries outsized weight. We price and underwrite on the specifics - condition, vintage, lot, and equestrian use - rather than leaning on a headline median, and we help you pressure-test the deed restrictions and HOA details before you're committed.
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Recently off market in Santa Fe Forest
Homes in Santa Fe Forest that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 2 on record.
- 19103 NW 72Nd Avenue · off market
- 7369 NW 187Th Terrace · off market
Housing distress & ownership in Santa Fe Forest, Alachua
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period October 2026 through October 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Recently sold in Santa Fe Forest Alachua
- 19103 Nw 72Nd Avenue · sold $1,125,000
- 7369 Nw 187Th Terrace · sold $1,043,000
- 7369 Nw 187Th Terrace · sold $999,900
Closed sales from the MLS; each page shows the sold price, taxes and value history.
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What it really costs to own in Santa Fe Forest
The parts of the monthly number a mortgage calculator leaves out, from the tax roll, the MLS, Citizens and FEMA. Property facts only.
| HOA dues | Median $89/month across 5 MLS listings (most billed semi-annually; 2026-11-12). Dues cover what the documents say they cover; ask for the budget and reserve study. |
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| Home and flood insurance | The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Alachua County is $1,020/yr (714 policies, Citizens detail by county, April 2026); private-market quotes depend on roof age, wind mitigation and construction. |
| Roof and age | Median build year 2011 across 5 listings. An original roof here would be about 15 years old; under Florida's 2022 reform (SB 2-D) carriers may require an inspection past 15 years, so budget for a roof report, and for replacement where it fails. |
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 2, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 3, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32615)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-30 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2006 (24 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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