32609 — Gainesville, FL Home Values
Typical home value $225,343 as of June 2026 · 26th of 27 in Gainesville, FL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 32609, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 32609 compares in the Gainesville, FL area
ZIP code 32609 (Gainesville, FL) has a typical home value of $225,343 as of June 2026, ranking 26th of 27 ZIP codes tracked in the Gainesville, FL area, more expensive than about 7% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -3.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +20.8%, from $186,466 in June 2021 to $225,343 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 12.5× the annual rent ($1,503/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Gainesville, FL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Gainesville.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 32609 has a population of 19,694, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 49.9% White, 34.8% Black or African American, 7.8% Hispanic or Latino, 4.3% two or more races, 1.9% Asian, 0.7% another race, 0.5% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| THE ONE ROOM SCHOOL HOUSE PROJECT | 4180 NE 15TH ST, GAINESVILLE, FL | 5.9 mi |
| FEARNSIDE FAMILY SERVICES CENTER | 3600 NE 15TH ST, GAINESVILLE, FL | 6.1 mi |
| MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3500 NE 15TH ST, GAINESVILLE, FL | 6.2 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 32609?
$225,343 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 32609 an expensive ZIP code in the Gainesville, FL area?
32609 ranks 26th of 27 ZIP codes in the Gainesville, FL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 7% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 32609 changed over the past year?
-3.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 32609?
The typical home price is 12.5× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,503/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 32609?
19,694, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 32609?
THE ONE ROOM SCHOOL HOUSE PROJECT (5.9 mi), FEARNSIDE FAMILY SERVICES CENTER (6.1 mi), MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (6.2 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 32609?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Gainesville, FL forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.