Why Live in Gainesville, Florida?
Before you start searching for a new house, first off congrats about relocating to our beautiful area of Florida. Matchmaker Realty is here for you whether you are buying or selling. Below summarizes the essentials of moving to Gainesville, FL, including visiting parks, sending your kids to school and taking part in community activities. But, once your "matched" with one of amazing Realtors they will guide you every step of the way, even with questions about getting settled in and how/where you can plug into our community!
Gainesville offers a diverse community with dozens of schools, parks and community programs that allow residents to follow their own paths. Children and adults grow up with unique life experiences that they won't get from any other region. Our natural springs, abundance of parks and trees, art and cultural events, festivals, and of course OUR FLORIDA GATORS are sure to make anyone's Gainesville experience unique! The University of Florida is our #1 economic driver that has propelled our area in healthcare, bio-medical engineering companies, as well as given Gainesville the opportunity to be home to many start-up incubator companies.
Community Lifestyle
Gainesville residents lead active lifestyles that include education, athletics and outdoor activities. If you'd prefer a more low-key lifestyle, Gainesville offers quiet neighborhoods with easy access to amenities. New families to Gainesville find our community welcomes new residents as if they've lived there for years.
Schools
For children, Gainesville's schools has many options. . Each school serves different grades, so do some research if you want your child to attend the same school for Kindergarten through a Senior in high school . Gainesville school districts offer portals and online information so parents and students can stay on track during the school year.
Once they graduate elementary school, students attend one of the middle schools then high schools in their district. Online schools like Alachua eSchool serve children from kindergarten to 12th grade as well. We also have a few private schools and charter schools serving kindergarten to 12th grade.
Every school has a diverse curriculum that covers basic subjects, fine arts and electives. Students walk away with a full, comprehensive education that prepares them for college and entering the workforce. They learn about different perspectives, have valuable life experiences and build relationships that they treasure for the rest of their lives.
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Parks and Recreation
Gainesville, FL offers dozens of parks, including Forest Park, Green Acres Park, Loblolly Woods and Flatwoods Conservation Area. Amenities include hiking trails, picnic tables, basketball courts, grills and dog walking areas. Go camping or swimming, or enjoy nature for an hour or two.
For recreation, play golf at the University of Florida golf course, Ironwood golf course, tennis at DB Racquet Club, or sign up for one of our adult athletic rec programs that include softball, soccer, volleyball, and more! Gainesville has a variety of programs for children and adults who want to swim, cycle, or hit the gym.
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Chamber of Commerce
Click here for Gainesville Chamber of Commerce Info.
Real Estate
Gainesville has an active real estate market with hundreds of new listings throughout the year. Home prices are very diverse, anywhere from $150,000-$1million, Gainesville has real estate for virtually every budget. If you're thinking about selling, reach out to Matchmaker Realty and we can guide you through the selling process, and advise you how much your home is worth.
Reach Out Today
Talk to us today, and we can discuss what type of property best fits your needs if you are a buyer, or the best time to sell if you have a property to list. With our expertise, we'll help you find the right house or get your own property on the market so you can move as soon as possible.
