Shady Acres
Homes for Sale in Alachua, FL
All 156 homes for sale in Alachua, FL · median $341,495 · 158 homes for sale in 32615 · Alachua County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of October 2026, the MLS records 1 closed sale in Shady Acres in Alachua, FL, the most recent in February 2012. Across Alachua as a whole, 203 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $332,500, 67 median days on market, with 149 homes for sale today. At that median and Alachua County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.56 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,500 ($4,860 with the full homestead exemption).
The snapshot we have on Shady Acres is thin — a location in Alachua and little else in the way of hard market data as of mid-2026. That means I'm not going to quote you a median, a days-on-market figure, or a pace of sales I can't stand behind. What I can tell you is that in a small Alachua-area community like this, price tends to be set property by property: condition, lot, and how updated the home is will move value more than any neighborhood-wide trend line.
For a buyer, that puts the burden on comparing individual homes rather than reading a headline number. For a seller, it means presentation and honest pricing off recent, comparable sales matter more than chasing a market average. Until we have a firmer data picture, treat every listing here on its own terms.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Shady Acres 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
Shady Acres sits in Alachua, in Alachua County — a smaller-market setting where the character of the individual home, not a broad community trend, drives what it's worth.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who Shady Acres is best for.
Best for
- Buyers seeking a specific property in the Alachua area who will evaluate condition and lot closely
- Buyers comfortable relying on individual comps rather than a broad market trend
- Sellers willing to price off verifiable recent sales and invest in presentation
Probably not for
- Buyers who need a large pool of active comparable listings to make a decision
- Buyers expecting a published median or trend line to anchor an offer
- Sellers hoping to price to a market average rather than to their home's actual condition
The market around Shady Acres
Shady Acres is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32615, 219 homes are on the market and 29% are under contract — a steady corner of Alachua.
Across Alachua County, 1,279 homes are active and 419 pending (25% under contract).
Homes here are single family residence.
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 3.9 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32615 housing market and the Alachua County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Shady Acres specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
The Shady Acres buying strategy.
If we were buying in Shady Acres 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 Shady Acres.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Shady Acres. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community where public data is limited, the value we add is legwork: pulling recent comparable sales, walking the property, and pricing off what's actually verifiable rather than a market average that may not describe this street. We'll tell you plainly when a home is priced ahead of its condition — and when it isn't.
Shady Acres in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Tools for a Shady Acres buy.
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Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Shady Acres sales matched to your home.
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Data sources & freshness
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-07-12 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2012 (1 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 realMLS 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.
Recent Developments in Shady Acres
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Shady Acres, 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 6 miles south of Shady Acres, elsewhere in Alachua County.
Source: Mainstreet Daily News - October 2026Development
Gainesville celebrates $25 million HUD Choice Neighborhoods grant for East Gainesville
The city and Gainesville Housing Authority marked a $25 million HUD Choice Neighborhoods grant covering a 1.5-square-mile area of East Gainesville. Plans include 72 new units on a site near University Avenue and Williston Road and replacement of 100 units at Pine Meadows and Pine Terrace, with possible mixed-use development. The award was announced Sept. 3.
What it may mean for the marketNew and rehabilitated housing plus possible mixed-use space would add housing supply and services in East Gainesville. The project is about 8 miles south of Shady Acres, elsewhere in Alachua County.
Source: Mainstreet Daily News - September 2026Market
Gainesville Plan Board recommends denying land use change for Cottages at Depot Park
The City Plan Board voted 4-3 to recommend denying a new land use and Urban 6 zoning for about 2 acres at the Cottages at Depot Park, which has about 37 existing units. The zoning would have allowed a drive-thru by right. The City Commission makes the final decision, and current zoning already allows redevelopment.
What it may mean for the marketThe outcome affects whether a small near-downtown parcel can be redeveloped at higher density with commercial uses. The project is about 8 miles south of Shady Acres, elsewhere in Alachua County.
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 8 miles south of Shady Acres.
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 8 miles south of Shady Acres, 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 site is about 7 miles southwest of Shady Acres.
Source: WCJB
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.
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Common questions about Shady Acres
Where is Shady Acres?
Shady Acres is a community in Alachua, Alachua County, Florida, ZIP 32615.
Are there homes for sale in Shady Acres right now?
No active listings inside Shady Acres at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does Shady Acres have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for Shady Acres in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
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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.
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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.