11 Cheapest Places in Florida to Buy a Home
10) Gainesville
This quaint college town has undergone a growth spurt and emerged as a vibrant city. Gainesville is probably best known as the home of the University of Florida. UF is the state’s oldest and biggest university, ranking among the top universities in the nation. Gator Pride is something taken very seriously here, and who can blame them? UF has some of the most competitive sport teams in the country. Due to the college crowd, Gainesville has a lively downtown with plenty of bars and restaurants. Not into the nightlife? Don’t worry. Visit the Payne Prairie State Park for miles of hiking and biking trails, or Ginnie Springs for tubing, kayaking, and diving. Best of all, real estate is below the national and state averages. The median property price is $146,000, however there’s plenty of small houses and condos from $60,000 to $120,000. Go Gators!
