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Kirkwood feels like a secluded natural haven in Gainesville
Kirkwood, a Southwest Gainesville community, may appear to be an isolated enclave of homes surrounded by wetlands and preserves, but the neighborhood is also close to downtown and one of the city's busiest roadways. "Kirkwood is kind of an undiscovered area," says Barbara Miller, the broker and owner of Miller Real Estate, with over 20 years of industry experience. "When buying a home, people don't think of going in that direction." The community has natural spaces to the east and south, while businesses occupy the western border.
Filled with older ranch-style houses and student-friendly apartments
Much of Kirkwood blends into the Central Florida landscape, with natural underbrush and trees surrounding many properties. Miller says the neighborhood has older homes built between the 1950s and the 1980s on larger parcels of land; the median lot size for Kirkwood is just under an acre. Ranch-style houses are the most common. Condos are inside the Treehouse Village and Beacon Hill developments. The majority of Kirkland's residents are renters. The Metropolitan at Gainesville and Sweetwater on 16th are off-campus housing complexes for students at the University of Florida and Santa Fe College. Homes in the community typically cost between $100,000 and $400,000; however, a handful of residences on multiple acres have sold for more. The neighborhood has a minor risk of flooding. The entire region is susceptible to severe weather, including tropical storms and hurricanes.
This large Kirkwood home features elegant brick accents.
New student housing communities are located on the west side of Kirkwood.
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Homes near Sweetwater Wetlands and Bivens Arm Nature Park
Just east of the neighborhood is Sweetwater Wetlands Park. The natural area began as an environmental initiative and later became a destination to explore Central Florida's verdant landscape. The outdoor space, open to the public since 2015, helps protect the water quality of Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and the Florida Aquifer. The 125-acre preserve is home to native birds, butterflies and alligators. Visitors can walk along gravel footpaths and boardwalks. The 81-acre Bivens Arm Nature Park, to the west, is one of the city's oldest green spaces. Visitors can enjoy trails leading through marshy oak hammocks and forests. There is also a playground and a waterside observation deck for birdwatching. Colclough Pond Nature Park is a secluded neighborhood spot with a fishing pond; the natural space doesn't have on-site parking and is only accessible on foot.
Kirkwood residents stay active by hiking the trails of Bivens Arm Nature Park.
Sweetwater Wetlands Park features various covered areas for guests.
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Residents are close to University of Florida and hospitals
South Main Street runs through the center of Kirkwood, leading to downtown in about 2 miles. The busy Southwest 13th Street lines the neighborhood's western edge. Although public bus stops are along the thoroughfare, most Kirkwood locals travel by car. UF Health Shands Hospital and the Veterans Affairs Hospital are roughly 2 miles away on Archer Road. "Kirkwood is ideal for people who work at Shands, and it's right around the corner from the University," Miller says. The University of Florida and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are approximately 3 miles north. Commuters travel 5 miles to reach the nearest Interstate 75 interchange. Gainesville Regional Airport is around a 7-mile drive from the community.
Dining spots along on 13th Street
Residents can drive less than a mile outside the neighborhood to reach local restaurants on Southwest 13th Street. The roadway has La Tienda, which serves traditional Mexican dishes, and Momoyaki, a popular establishment offering sushi rolls and bento boxes. Other dining spots include Indian Aroma and Wah Ha Ha Thai Food & Noodle Soup. Zeezenia International Market doubles as a storefront and restaurant with Turkish and Iranian cuisine. Aldi is a mile away on SW 16th Avenue. Residents head downtown for more restaurants and shops.
Many Kirkwood residents enjoy the flavors of La Tienda restaurant.
ZeeZenia International Market in Kirkwood offers grocery items and Middle Eastern dishes.
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Learning can begin at Metcalfe Elementary and end at Eastside High
Students may attend W.A. Metcalfe Elementary or Idylwild Elementary; both schools have C grades from Niche. Abraham Lincoln Middle earns a B; the school's lyceum program allows students to retain the same teachers over three years. The A-minus-rated Eastside High offers an IB program and courses for students interested in the healthcare industry. Alachua County Public Schools offers school choice options to families who wish for their kids to attend out-of-zone academic locations.
Eastside High School offers easy student pickup for parents.
Lincoln Middle School boasts a newly renovated front office.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kirkwood
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
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Kirkwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kirkwood, Gainesville sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Kirkwood, Gainesville over the last 12 months is $121,000, down 44% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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