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Gainesville, FL
Gainesville · FL 32606
Updated October 28, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$348K
Median Price
52/100
Walk Score
8.6/10
Schools
100 min
to Jacksonville, FL
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
86/100
D+Quietness
50/100
FCommute
15/100
D+Walkability
52/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Gainesville's 32606 neighborhood has its pros and cons. While it boasts a high average school rating and decent walkability, it is located in a high-risk flood zone and has a long commute to nearby cities. Overall, it's a solid, if unremarkable choice.
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The Good
- ✓High average school rating
- ✓Decent walkability
- ✓Variety of public schools to choose from
- ✓Good median income
Real Talk
- !Located in a high-risk flood zone
- !Long commute to nearby cities (including Jacksonville)
- !Limited public transportation options
- $Potential for flood insurance costs
- $Time and money invested in commute
Best For
Families with school-age childrenFirst-time homebuyersThose who value a quiet, suburban lifestyle
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Gainesville, FL
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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