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Sugarfoot has a midcentury charm and Clear Lake
There is some debate about where Gainesville's Sugarfoot community earned its name. However, since its development in 1950, the neighborhood has remained a serene residential area surrounded by nature. "In the back of Sugarfoot is this wonderful, beautiful park with trails. And some homes are on this beautiful lake," says Betsy Pepine, a Gainesville native and broker and owner of Pepine Realty. To the west is the private Clear Lake and Sugarfoot Prairie. The community was originally an attractive place to call home for University of Florida faculty and their families. "Sugarfoot has significantly more rentals than other communities because of its proximity to campus," Pepine says. The University is about 2 miles to the east, offering easy bike rides to campus. On a summer afternoon, the streets are quiet, but busy roadways like Newberry Road and 34th Street frame the neighborhood. "You can actually take a sidewalk all the way to the stadium on game days," Pepine says. Many locals enjoy walking or biking to nearby parks and shopping centers.
Clear Lake offers a peaceful oasis for Sugarfoot residents to enjoy during walks.
Green Acre Park is a valuable community amenity for Sugarfoot residents.
Sugarfoot Prairie Conservation Area offers diverse natural beauty for residents to enjoy.
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A quiet community in Gainesville
Sugarfoot includes the subdivisions of Englewood, Fletcher Heights, Anglewood, Gwynn Oaks and Holly Forest. Along the roadways are speed bumps, clusters of mailboxes and homes from the 1950s to the 1970s. The area features ranch-style homes and a few split levels with midcentury modern influences. Most residences have attached garages, concrete walkways, and front yards shaded by oaks and palm trees. Sturdy concrete block homes from the 20th century often enter the market with original hardwood or terrazzo floors. The community also contains lots that are over an acre in size. Generally, home prices range between $375,000 and $500,000. Pepine says that the prices are lower than in the nearby communities, like Suburban Heights. Some Sugarfoot homes are located within a floodplain according to FEMA maps, which may impact insurance rates.
Sugarfoot features both single-story and two-story homes throughout its scenic neighborhood.
This Sugarfoot home features a meticulously landscaped front yard.
This beautiful blue two-story home in Sugarfoot features a red accent door.
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Upgrades to Littlewood Elementary School
Littlewood Elementary offers an extended day enrichment program and has a B-plus grade from Niche. The school is undergoing major renovations, and students attend classes next to Westwood Middle. The middle school accepts sixth to eighth graders and earns a B-plus. Middle schoolers may participate in the technology program that offers coding, robotics and 3D design courses. Gainesville High has earned an A and is ranked as the No. 3 best high school in Alachua County. The school provides dual enrollment courses with the University of Florida and Santa Fe College.
Littlewood Elementary School is located on NW 31st Drive in Gainesville, Florida.
Welcome to Westwood Middle School located on NW 15th Avenue in Gainesville, Florida.
Gainesville High School offers public education for grades 9-12.
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Spending time at Green Acres Park
The neighborhood is nearly surrounded by nature. John Mahon Nature Park is located to the north, while the 79-acre Green Acres Park is to the south. Green Acres Park has outdoor exercise equipment for adults and a toddler sand pit with a collection of shared toys. "You have trails and a community garden where people have plots," Pepine says. These outdoor spaces are considered local hidden gems that many residents have yet to stumble across. "People don't realize the park and the trails are there," Pepine says. "You can go all the way to the Oaks Mall on those trails. But you got to be careful because there are gators back there!" To the west of the private of Clear Lake is the Sugarfoot Prairie Conservation Area. Clear Lake Nature Park, located on the outskirts of the conservation area, is only accessible by foot. The park features hiking and biking trails that lead through ancient woodlands of oaks. The Mark Bostick Golf Course is hidden behind vibrant murals painted along the 34th Street Wall. The members-only, par 70 course is open to University of Florida students, faculty and alumni.
A community garden is located at the entrance of Green Acre Park in Sugarfoot.
A young Sugarfoot family enjoys the shaded playground at Green Acre Park.
The Mark Bostick Golf Course is hidden behind vibrant murals painted along the 34th Street Wall.
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Taking to Royal Park Plaza or Westgate Regency Shopping Center
Close to Sugarfoot are a mix of local shops and eateries as well as national storefronts. "You are right across from Newberry Road, which has Royal Park Plaza shopping center," Pepine says. "There's the movie theaters, a coffee shop, FedEx and Cold Stone Creamery. The Westgate Regency Shopping Center is at the corner of University Avenue and 34th Street. The retail center has a Publix Super Market, Ace Hardware, and the local dining spot, Mildred's Big City Food. "Mildred's is definitely a staple here in Gainesville," says Sophie Barnes, a Mildred's server. "We have three-course meals, but you can also order al la carte." The bistro-style restaurant has intimate indoor and outdoor seating with an elevated menu featuring local ingredients. 108 Vine, a popular gift shop, has a craft espresso bar, books and a list of handmade gifts made by local artists. The shop often hosts pop-up bakeries and night markets with vintage clothing. Some locals are members of the popular neighborhood gym. "Gainesville Health and Fitness is an unbelievable gym that was founded by a longtime resident," Pepine says, who is also a gym member. "To have that resource, that's not a chain, in our town is incredible." The fitness center offers an Olympic-sized pools, a sauna and a smoothie bar.
The nearby Royal Park Stadium is a great place for Sugarfoot residents to catch a movie.
Publix is a favored option for daily necessities among Sugarfoot residents.
Mildred's Big City Food is a popular spot for Sugarfoot residents to enjoy lunch and dinner.
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Close to UF and major roads
Sugarfoot sits near major thoroughfares in the city, with Newberry Road splitting into University Avenue, which intersects SW 34th Street. Gainesville has a robust public transportation system, and bus stops are found along Newberry Road. However, many locals in the northern side of the community can reach parks and nearby shopping centers on foot or bike. "There retirees who live here, and they can walk everywhere," Pepine says. "That's hard to find these days." The community sits between two medical facilities, UF Health Shands and HCA North Florida Hospital, about 3 miles away. University students and faculty can reach the western edge of campus within 2 miles.
Sugarfoot residents can easily navigate using the regional transit system buses.
Sugarfoot residents are just minutes away from events at the nearby Stephen O' Connell Center.
Sugar foot residents visit the nearby Stephen O'Connell Center to support their team.
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Parks in this Area
Sugarfoot Prairie Conservation Area
Green Acres Park
Westside Recreation Center
Transit
Airport
Gainesville Regional
23 min drive
Bus
Regal Royal Park Stadium 16
Sugarfoot Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sugarfoot, Gainesville sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sugarfoot, Gainesville over the last 12 months is $584,950.
Imagine building your dream home on this vacant lot that is located right off of Clear Lake on your own .92 acres of privacy and giant live oaks watching the sunsets less than 2 miles from the University of Florida. City water is available for hook up.
Imagine sitting on the edge of Clear Lake on your own 1.5 acres of privacy and giant live oaks watching the sunsets less than 2 miles from the University of Florida. That’s exactly what you can do in this Classic Mid Modern Post and Beam Masterpiece with many new upgrades including a 12/22 New Roof, a Fantastic Master Bathroom with a Freestanding Tub, Separate Shower, New Fixtures, Large Walk-in
Nestled in the sought-after Fletcher Heights neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,679 square feet of comfortable living on a beautifully sized .34-acre lot. Just a short bike ride to the University of Florida, this home blends warmth, classic charm, functionality, and location in one irresistible package. Step inside to a welcoming interior that has been completely painted
Anglewood 3 br, 2 bath, single car garage in tranquil neighborhood close to campus, shopping and restaurants. Built in 1976 with 1,768 sq. ft. Separate living room and dining room. Fenced back yard.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
808
Median Age
37
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,867
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$142,772
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.6%
College Graduates
59.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
54/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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