Pleasant Street Homes for Sale

Pleasant Street is a historic neighborhood in Gainesville. After the Civil War, Pleasant Street attracted many freedmen from Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, and many of those families have remained for generations. Potential homebuyers can find Craftsman bungalows, cottages, Victorians and traditional-style homes in the neighborhood. Many houses feature bright coats of paint, front porches and historic charm. As interest in the neighborhood rises, so do its home prices, which can range from $175,000 to $460,000, depending on size, age and condition. The neighborhood’s Pleasant Park is within walking distance of many homes and features a playground and a covered gazebo. Rosa B. Williams Center offers event spaces, a gallery and dance floors. Residents also have easy access to grocery stores and restaurants. The three-day 5th Avenue Arts Festival celebrates the area’s history through live performances and visual art displays. The neighborhood’s Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church is home to Gainesville’s oldest Black congregation. Students can attend highly rated schools, including Carolyn Beatrice Parker Elementary, Westwood Middle School and Gainesville High School.