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Here’s the 10 most expensive houses for sale in Alachua County

For sale sign in front of Oakmont home.
A home in the Oakmont neighborhood earned a spot on the top 10 most expensive homes for sale in Alachua County.
Photo by Seth Johnson
Key Points

Alachua County has a lot of nice houses, but the ones on this list could be yours.

From Oakmont and Haile Plantation mansions to rural farms with 90 acres, here’s a roundup of the 10 most expensive homes on the market in Alachua County—that we could find online. And yes, at the bottom of the list we even included a $24 million stunner that’s technically over the border in Marion County. But it has a Micanopy address, so we think it counts.

Here’s a map of where these Alachua County homes are located.

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This French Contemporary home in Oakmont features 6 bedrooms and over 4,000 square feet.
Photo by Seth Johnson This French Contemporary home in Oakmont features 6 bedrooms and over 4,000 square feet.

10. 500+ wine cellar in Oakmont

  • Price: $2,190,000
  • Address: 11372 SW 30th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Details: 6 bed/4.5 bath with 4,967 square feet on an acre
  • Listing photos

Since Oakmont began in 2015, it’s grown to one of Gainesville’s wealthiest subdivisions—though technically the houses are outside city limits.

This listing boasts “timeless elegance and modern sophistication in this exquisite French Contemporary home” with crown molding throughout and hand-scraped French oak wood floors.

The French theme continues with a chandelier imported from Paris and a wine cellar that can hold more than 500 bottles. The home also boasts a gourmet kitchen with all the bells and whistles.

But the best part might be that Mainstreet delivers its free weekly paper to your door.

The hook: “This rare Oakmont gem won’t last long—schedule your private showing today and experience it for yourself.”

Oakmont clubhouse
Photo by Seth Johnson Oakmont started in 2015 and has grown into one of Gainesville’s wealthiest and most well-known subdivisions.

9. New Jonesville mini estate

  • Price: $2,195,000
  • Address: 14503 NW 50th Pl, Alachua, FL 32615
  • Details: 4 bed/4 bath with 4,602 square feet on 6 acres
  • Listing photos

Built in 2023, this house features a resort-style pool and spa, expansive covered lanai and summer kitchen to enjoy the six-acre of fenced-in yard.

On the inside, it has an “oversized” three-car garage, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and a fireplace. In addition to the square footage shown above, the house also offers another 1,400 square feet of space that’s roofed but without AC/heating.

The hook: “A rare offering combining newer construction, acreage, and a thoughtfully executed design in a private setting.”

8. Cheaper by the bathroom on University Avenue

  • Price: $2,200,000
  • Address: 824 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Details: 19 bed/12 bath with 12,008 square feet on 1.6 acres
  • Listing photos

A stated “mixed-use investment opportunity” inside the Duckpond neighborhood, this listing is actually three separate homes on contiguous lots. The zoning allows for up to 29 units across the whole property.

Currently, there are 11 residential units with a 1,807-square-foot commercial office building.

The hook: “With seller financing available to qualified buyers, the combination of existing income and future density potential makes University Village one of the most compelling investment opportunities in the Gainesville market.”

House off University Avenue
Photo by Seth Johnson A trio of parcels off University Avenue contain a lot of bedrooms for a potential rental opportunity.

7. Certified organic blueberry farm

  • Price: $2,300,000
  • Address: 18811 SE 243RD Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640
  • Details: 3 bed/2 bath with 2,268 square feet on 39 acres
  • Listing photos

This active farm comes with an in-ground pool, two wells, a pack house with two docks and a lifetime supply of blueberries—to eat yourself or sell and make a living.

The house, built in 1970, is modest for this list but features a fine kitchen and open layout.

The hook: “Come on out and check out the farm life on this beautiful property.”

6. Hunting hideout near Paynes Prairie

  • Price: $2,400,000
  • Address: 11816 SE County Road 234, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Details: 4 bed/3.5 bath with 3,341 square feet on 90 acres
  • Listing photos

A farm that boasts some of the best hunting in Florida, this property comes with a horse stall and turnout paddock, outbuildings, a fenced in homestead and thousands of acres of conservation land on two sides.

The house is large but modest, with interior wood designs that came from lumber milled on the property.

The hook: “For the record properties like this one are disappearing every day in Florida. Come see what natural “Old Florida” should look like! This is truly a must see!”

5. Jonesville equestrian

  • Price: $2,450,000
  • Adress: 16525 SW 5th Pl, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Details: 4 bed/3 bath with 2,414 square feet on 37 acres
  • Listing photos

This is the final farm on the list, and it boasts horses instead of blueberries or hunting.

Located near Dudley Farm Historic State Park, this property has 40 stalls, 17 irrigated paddocks with automatic waterers, a concrete block barn, an irrigated arena and an 80-foot pen with observation deck.

It’s also just a short trip down the interstate to the World Equestrian Center in Ocala.

The living space is a duplex that has a 3 bed/1 bath and 1 bed/1 bath along with a separate office and bathroom. For the farms on the list, the draw is the property, but as the listing notes, there’s plenty of room for a custom future build.

The hook: “Large properties of this scale and capability are rare in this location. This offering presents an opportunity for a trainer, investor, or owner occupant to operate an income producing equestrian business, create a private estate, or capitalize on future potential.”

4. Haile Plantation mansion

  • Price: $2,699,999
  • Address: 8679 SW 28th Ln, Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Details: 6 bed/6 bath with 6,973 square feet on 0.6 acres
  • Listing photos

This custom-built home is in the “highly sought after Branton Court of Haile Plantation.” With custom-formed iron doors and an expansive open-concept layout, it’s a listing that’s all about the primary residence.

The house was built in 2024 and added an in-ground pool in May 2026. The inside is very modern with lots of white and large walk-in closets. Plus, the price dropped $50,000 earlier in June.

The hook: “This home offers an unparalleled lifestyle of comfort, sophistication, and lasting value. Don’t miss the opportunity to own one of Haile Plantation’s most distinctive and desirable luxury homes.”

Located in Haile Plantation, this custom-built home was finished in 2024 and added an in-ground pool in 2026.
Photo by Seth Johnson Located in Haile Plantation, this custom-built home was finished in 2024 and added an in-ground pool in 2026.

3. Newberry estate

  • Price: $2,995,500
  • Address: 4107 SW State Road 45, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Details: 4 bed/4.5 bath with 5,489 square feet on 65.9 acres
  • Listing photos

Located inside the city of Newberry and a baseball throw from Champions Park, this listing has land and a luxury house. It was built in 2017 with hickory wood floors, a large master bedroom and bath and even larger living area. The house has an attached five-car garage and in-ground pool with gorgeous views.

Plus, there’s a 6,000-square-foot barn with three exterior stalls and plenty of pasture for horses or cows.

The hook: “This is an exceptional country estate on 65.9 acres with ample paved road frontage and a long winding driveway to the home. This property is truly a rare find to make a living adventure.”

2. Jonesville gated mansion

  • Price: $3,690,000
  • Address: 14742 NW 11th Pl, Newberry, FL 32669
  • Details: 5 bed/6 bath with 6,871 square feet on 5 acres
  • Listing photos

Built by Tommy Waters in 2015, this mansion sits in the gated community of Wyndsong just north of Jonesville.

The house has high ceilings with extensive built-ins and an open layout. Plus, you can keep warm at four gas fireplaces. It also has a game room, wine storage and wet bar along with premium bedrooms. Outside, the property has a saltwater pool, hot tub, summer kitchen and bar.

Other features include an outside fireplace, four-car garage and whole-home Generac generator for hurricane season.

The hook: “This rare property combines privacy, space, and luxury. Come see for yourself!”

1. Tomoka Hills estate

  • Price: $3,989,900
  • Address: 623 SW 93rd St, Gainesville, FL 32607
  • Details: 5 bed/7 bath with 8,065 square feet on 6.8 acres
  • Listing photos

A French Provincial estate in Gainesville’s Tomoka Hills enclave, this top property on our list features an impressive 6,000-square-foot main home and a 2,100-square-foot guest house.

With “impeccable craftsmanship and high-end custom details,” the home is…well, really beautiful. Just look at the photos.

Amenities include a formal dining room, butler’s pantry, wine room, two brick fireplaces, a separate spa-like bath, pool and outdoor car area.

The hook: “This remarkable property combines refined European-inspired architecture, modern luxury updates, and expansive grounds, creating a truly exceptional estate setting located in a prime location in SW Gainesville.”

Bonus: 500-acre estate in Marion County

  • Price: $23,950,000
  • Address: 9001 NW 200th Street Rd, Micanopy, FL 32667
  • Details: 4 bed/5 bath with 10,361 square feet on 561 acres

Another French Provincial mansion with butler pantry, top-end kitchen, high ceilings and outdoor living area with an infinity pool.

The grounds include four barn complexes with integrated living quarters, pastures and a professionally installed, sport-horse arena

The hook: “This extraordinary compound offers multiple luxury residences including a three-bedroom guest house and an elegant duplex with dual primary suites, creating the perfect blend of sophisticated living and equestrian excellence.”

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