Sorrento
Homes for Sale in Gainesville, FL
All 849 homes for sale in Gainesville, FL · median $295,000 · 108 homes for sale in 32605 · Alachua County homes for sale
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Market Heat
As of November 2026, Sorrento in Gainesville, FL has 1 home for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 2004 - 2018; 14 of 14 report an HOA (median $111/mo); none of the 14 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 184 ft).
Last 30 days in Sorrento: 1 under contract right now, 1 closed sale (median $277,000). As of November 7, 2026, Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Sorrento's pricing story here is really an inventory story: with only 3 active listings against 72 homes total and 3.0 months of supply, this is a balanced market where a single new listing can shift the picture quickly. Condition and updates within the 2003-2013 build range do more to separate one listing from another than location inside the community, since the footprint and lot pattern are fairly consistent throughout.
For sellers, the tight active count is a real advantage right now, but it also means there is not much comparable competition to lean on when setting a list price, so recent closed activity matters more than what else is currently on the market. For buyers, a 3-home active pool means less room to be picky about layout or updates, and a longer search window than in a market flooded with choices should be expected.
Figures in this note are as of July 22, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Sorrento right now
🟡 Balanced market. 3.0 months of supply and 0% 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 August 2, 2026. Confidence: High (3 active and pending listings, 12 closed sales in 12 months).
🟡 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($297K) is up 0.8% from the prior 12 months ($295K) and up 102% since 2012. With about a dozen sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2. Confidence: Medium (12 and 9 sales in the two windows).
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· Updated November 11, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
The 60-Second Overview
Sorrento market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $297K ($213 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 26 days on market for closed sales, and 3.0 months of supply, a balanced market. The trailing-12-month median is up 1% from the prior 12 months and up 102% since 2012, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (12 closings in the current window).
In ZIP 32605 (Gainesville), 516 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $306K ($203/sq ft), down 5.6% year over year, with a median 42 days on market. Right now 101 active and 27 pending listings put supply at about 2.3 months - a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32605 housing market and the Alachua County market.
Flood zones in Sorrento: of 12 listing addresses checked against the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, 100% sit outside the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (Zone X). Individual parcels vary - verify any specific address at msc.fema.gov. See flood zones by neighborhood in Gainesville.
Sorrento is a community of 72 homes in Gainesville, Alachua County, built between 2003 and 2013 (median 2004), with a median living area of about 1,622 square feet. 78% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
Sorrento is an established Gainesville community built out mostly between 2003 and 2013, with a median home size of 1,622 square feet and a high share of owner-occupied, homesteaded properties, which tends to mean steadier turnover than a rental-heavy pocket.
The setting & the homes.
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Who Sorrento is best for.
Best for
- Buyers who want a mid-2000s-built home with an established, amenity-heavy HOA rather than a brand-new build.
- Buyers comfortable moving quickly and decisively when one of a handful of active listings matches their needs.
- Sellers who want to list into a market with very little active competition right now.
Probably not for
- Buyers who want to compare a wide range of active listings side by side before deciding.
- Buyers seeking new construction or a build year outside the 2003-2013 range found here.
- Anyone unwilling to confirm current HOA fees, rules, and amenity access directly before writing an offer.
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending August 2 of each year, from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($297K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($295K) IS the +0.8% one-year change.
Windows contain 6 to 46 sales each (12 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 2003 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.
19% of homes for sale in ZIP 32605 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 (2026-11-10).
Sorrento Market Scorecard
Sorrento is currently a strong seller's market. About 2.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $276,850, and homes go under contract in about 61 days.
Typical home value in the 32605 ZIP is $298,465, about 27.7% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).
Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.
Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Homes For Sale Right Now in Sorrento
Live MLS inventory for Sorrento. 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 Sorrento listings as of 2026-11-02, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2003 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.
Sorrento 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 Sorrento
- Pool · reported on 15 of 15 listings
- Playground · reported on 14 of 15 listings
- Clubhouse · reported on 13 of 15 listings
- Tennis Court(s) · reported on 13 of 15 listings
- Fitness Center · reported on 11 of 15 listings
- Basketball Court · reported on 8 of 15 listings
- Trail(s) · reported on 3 of 15 listings
- Park · reported on 3 of 15 listings
- Deed Restrictions · reported on 3 of 15 listings
- Recreation Facilities · reported on 2 of 15 listings
- Community Mailbox · reported on 2 of 15 listings
- Pickleball Court(s) · reported on 1 of 15 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.
Schools
- Alachua County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- C. W. Norton Elementary School-AL · Elementary
- Westwood Middle School-AL · Middle
- Gainesville High School-AL · High
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Sorrento listings and can change; always confirm with Alachua County Public Schools for a specific address.
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Recent Developments in Sorrento
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Sorrento, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Civic
DeSantis fills GRU Authority board seats
Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Douglas Beck, a retired GRU engineer, to a long-vacant seat and Clark Futch to replace Chip Skinner, and reappointed Eric Lawson. The appointments come after the authority recently prevailed in a court case over control of the utility.
What it may mean for the marketA fully staffed utility board gives clearer governance over electric, water and wastewater service and rate decisions across the Gainesville service area. The site is about 4 miles southeast of Sorrento.
Source: WCJB TV20 - October 2026Infrastructure
Alachua County sets Nov. 5 kickoff for $4M NW 83rd Street upgrade near Santa Fe College
The county budgeted $4 million for resurfacing NW 83rd Street, a new east-side sidewalk, a raised crosswalk with flashing beacons and rebuilt signals at North Road, South Road and NW 23rd Avenue. Concrete work starts the week of Nov. 9, asphalt the week of Dec. 14 and signal work in early 2027, mostly overnight. The project is part of a 10-year, $250 million county transportation program.
What it may mean for the marketNight-time construction through early 2027 will limit daytime disruption on this northwest Gainesville corridor and should leave smoother pavement and added pedestrian crossings near the Santa Fe College campus. The site is about 4 miles west of Sorrento.
Source: Alachua Chronicle - 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 site is about 2 miles southeast of Sorrento.
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 4 miles southeast of Sorrento.
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 site is about 4 miles southeast of Sorrento.
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 2 miles southwest of Sorrento.
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.
The Sorrento buying strategy.
If we were buying in Sorrento 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 Sorrento.
An amenity-dense community with a small, steady resale pool
The amenity list here is unusually long for a community of this size: pool, clubhouse, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, a basketball court, trails, a park, and a playground, all under deed restrictions with recreation facilities and community mailboxes as part of the package. That breadth is worth confirming directly with the HOA, since access, fees, and current condition of shared facilities can shift over time even when the MLS listing sheet stays the same.
The homestead share of 77.8% is a useful signal for anyone comparing this community to something more transient. A high owner-occupancy rate generally means fewer forced-turnover listings and a market that moves on its own schedule rather than reacting to investor exits. Combined with just 3 active listings and 3.0 months of supply, buyers should expect a deliberate search rather than a fast browse through dozens of comparable homes.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Sorrento. 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 Sorrento 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 5 factors (7.1). Basis: Long-Term Appreciation +102% since 2012; Recent Direction +0.8% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 3.0 months of supply; Owner Commitment 78% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 96.3% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.
Why work with Momentum here
With active inventory this thin, timing and preparation matter more than volume browsing. We track new listings the moment they hit the Stellar MLS feed, help sellers position a home against a very small comparable pool, and help buyers move decisively when the right layout in the 2003-2013 build range comes up, rather than waiting on a search that may not repeat itself for months.
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Recently off market in Sorrento
Homes in Sorrento 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. 4 on record.
- 2254 NW 51St Avenue · off market
- 5008 NW 21St Drive · off market
- 5087 NW 21St Terrace · off market
- 5116 NW 21St Drive · off market
| Location | Gainesville, Alachua County, FL |
|---|---|
| Home types (current listings and sales) | single-family 71%, townhouses 29% |
| Amenities listed by sellers | Pool, Clubhouse, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Fitness Center, Basketball Court |
| For sale right now | 1 active, 1 pending · median asking $255,000 · 1.0 months of supply |
Data as of November 6, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Sorrento key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/sorrento-gainesville, data as of November 6, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in Sorrento, Gainesville
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 November 2026 through November 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Every Home for Sale in Sorrento Gainesville Right Now (2)
All 2 active and pending Sorrento Gainesville listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.
- 4916 NW 20th Terrace · $298,700 · 3 bd / 2 ba · pending · listed Oct 26, 2026 · listed by Bosshardt Realty Services Llc
- 2242 NW 51st Avenue · $255,000 · 2 bd / 2 ba · listed Aug 12, 2026 · listed by Florida Homes Realty & Mortgage Gville
Recently sold in Sorrento Gainesville
- 5087 Nw 21St Terrace · sold $277,000
- 2254 Nw 51St Avenue · sold $279,900
- 5008 Nw 21St Drive · sold $280,000
Closed sales from the MLS; each page shows the sold price, taxes and value history.
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Streets in this community
Street-level pages: every home on record, what sold and what is for sale on each street.
- NW 21St Drive (31 homes on record)
- NW 22Nd Street (30 homes on record)
- NW 52Nd Place (23 homes on record)
- NW 49Th Avenue (21 homes on record)
- NW 50Th Place (19 homes on record)
- NW 47Th Place (18 homes on record)
- NW 20Th Drive (16 homes on record)
- NW 20Th Terrace (13 homes on record)
- NW 21St Street (11 homes on record)
- NW 21St Terrace (10 homes on record)
- NW 21St Drive (7 homes on record)
- NW 22Nd Street (7 homes on record)
What it really costs to own in Sorrento
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 $111/month across 14 MLS listings (most billed monthly; 2026-11-11). Dues cover what the documents say they cover; ask for the budget and reserve study. |
|---|---|
| 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. Flood: of 12 listing addresses checked against the FEMA flood map, 100% sit outside the high-risk zone. Statewide, a Zone X flood policy runs about $500-$700/yr and a high-risk zone $1,200-$2,500/yr (FEMA Risk Rating 2.0 averages, not quotes). |
| Roof and age | Median build year 2005 across 14 listings. An original roof here would be about 21 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 August 2, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (community parcel extract) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2003 (475 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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