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Oakmont – Gainesville New Home Community

Oakmont is a genuinely people-oriented new home community with a warm and welcoming spirit and a focus on easy, stylish living balanced with nature at every turn. Located just minutes from UF Health Shands Hospital and set across more than 550 thoughtfully planned acres, Oakmont introduces a refreshing lifestyle opportunity in Gainesville.

Here, beautiful homes, scenic surroundings, and everyday convenience come together to create a place residents are proud to call home.

Inviting Sense of Arrival

From the moment you enter Oakmont, the experience feels special. A grand entrance sets the tone, while sparkling lakes and lush landscaping create an atmosphere of natural elegance. The setting offers residents and guests a sense of calm, beauty, and the promise of a vibrant lifestyle just beyond the gates.

New homes are offered by both AR Homes and ICI Homes, with pricing starting in the $500s.

“Couldn’t ask for a better place to live”


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May 25, 2026Gainesville’s best address is noteworthy for many reasons — its serene setting, generous size, numerous resident amenities and abundant natural beauty. But as the Gainesville area’s top master-planned community, Oakmont couldn’t be better sited for north central Florida living and beyond. Its location on the city’s bustling southwest side gives it plenty of room to grow, and also puts Oakmont residents near many helpful work, school, leisure, shopping and service destinations. If a new custom Florida home in Gainesville is on your radar, begin your search with Oakmont. Not only will you find a lovely, vibrant community, you’ll find it strategically placed too. Here’s more on Oakmont’s convenience to everywhere. Key takeaways Oakmont offers a convenient southwest Gainesville location with easy access to the University of Florida, UF Health, downtown, schools, shopping, and dining. Its location also makes it easy to enjoy regional destinations like Ocala, Paynes Prairie, High Springs, and Orlando. Quick access to I-75 gives Oakmont residents an easy route for road trips, weekend getaways, and travel throughout Florida. Oakmont combines a peaceful community setting with strong everyday convenience and connectivity across north central Florida. Around town convenience Oakmont’s hometown also is the hometown of the University of Florida and UF Health, a major medical organization with healthcare facilities throughout the state. Many university-oriented research and business resources also are located here. And, the UF campus borders the south side of Gainesville’s historic, bustling downtown, providing even more educational and employment opportunities. Best news? It’s easily reachable from Oakmont. Downtown Gainesville is approximately 12 miles northeast of Oakmont, which is seven miles west of the Florida Museum of Natural History on the southwest side of campus, giving residents multiple routes to those destinations Schools, shopping, dining, and arts and cultural opportunities also are within quick reach. Regional convenience Gainesville’s neighboring city of Ocala — home to Florida’s horse country — is approximately 51 miles and 45 minutes south via Interstate 75. Many state and national parks are handy too, including Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (Florida’s first state preserve), which is approximately 19 miles and 30 minutes southeast of Oakmont via local routes, including U.S. 441 and Southwest Wacahoota Road. Orlando and its attractions are a bit further south, approximately 121 miles and two hours from Oakmont via I-75 and Florida’s Turnpike, offering options for vacay getaways. The town of High Springs (approximately 22 miles and 30 minutes north of Oakmont via I-75 and the U.S. Highway 27 exit) is the gateway to many Florida freshwater springs, which are protected in parks and preserves and feature fun, watery activities. Road trips and beyond Oakmont and its hometown of Gainesville not only are centrally located in north central Florida, they’re also centrally located for adventures thanks to I-75, which runs north and south throughout the entire state Oakmont residents can reach I-75 via Southwest Archer Road to the south, or West Newberry Road to the north. The Turnpike is approximately an hour and 70 miles south, with straightforward access to Orlando, Miami and South Florida. Oakmont residents also can enjoy both Florida coasts thanks to the community’s centralization. Continue south on I-75 past the Turnpike to reach Tampa-St. Petersburg-area Gulf beaches; it’s 166 miles and approximately 2.5 hours to St. Pete Beach, for example. Or, head east for an Atlantic beach day at Ormond Beach (112 miles and approximately two hours). Ready for your new Oakmont lifestyle? Talk to us here. [...] Read more...
April 25, 2026North central Florida and metro Gainesville are renowned as special places to live, work and thrive, highlighted by Oakmont, the region’s top master-planned community. Prospective and current residents alike know they’ll find versatile new custom Florida homes and top-shelf resident amenities when they choose Gainesville’s best address, but that’s not all! Nestled on the city’s west side, Oakmont is mere minutes from many of the region’s most unique experiences. Read on for a sample of these one-of-a-kind interactions. Key takeaways Oakmont residents are close to some of Gainesville’s most unique attractions, blending nature, science, and local culture. Nearby experiences include the Butterfly Rainforest, the Cade Museum, Devil’s Millhopper, and other destinations that make Gainesville feel distinctly different. These one-of-a-kind spots offer fun, educational, and outdoor adventures for all ages just minutes from home. Living at Oakmont means enjoying not only a beautiful community, but also easy access to the experiences that make Gainesville special. Butterfly Rainforest A quick drive east from Oakmont, the Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History offers an amazing environment complete with waterfalls and colorful butterflies of innumerable shapes and sizes — all without barriers. But, patience is required. The museum is closed for an expansion project at its University of Florida location and is forecasted to reopen in 2026. Until then, catch its pop-up exhibits and experiences around town here. Located at 3215 Hull Road in Gainesville. Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention It doesn’t get more “Gainesville” than this: Dr. James Robert Cade led the research team that formulated the Gatorade sports drink in 1965. A UF kidney specialist, Dr. Cade and his family established a foundation in 2004 as the first step in bringing the namesake museum to life. Today, the 26,000-square-foot facility buzzes with exhibits, experiences, summer camps and many other interactive and hands-on activities to foster discovery in youngsters of all ages. Located at 811 South Main Street in Gainesville. Cellon Oak Park Majestic live oaks rule many Florida forests (check out Oakmont’s 46-acre Gopher Tortoise Reserve as homegrown proof), but the Cellon Oak is a jaw dropper. It resides in its own Alachua County park and needs every bit of that protective space. Named for the property’s former owner, Ralph W. Cellon, the Cellon live oak is a state co-champion live oak with a 30-foot circumference, 85-foot height, and 160-foot crown spread that is must-see. Located at 4100 Northwest 169th Place in Gainesville. Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park Yet another natural wonder, this 120-foot-deep sinkhole in Florida limestone hides a rain forest at its depths. Trickling water and cool, moist air help create the geological phenomenon, which has been visited since the late 1800s and is a National Natural Landmark. Boardwalks descend to the sinkhole’s depths. A half-mile trail meanders around the top of it. Ranger-led walks happen on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Located at 4732 Millhopper Road in Gainesville. Lubee Bat Conservancy Not something you can see everywhere, but only a half hour from Oakmont, on 110 acres north of Gainesville. The Lubee Bat Conservancy is a non-profit that protects bats and habitats via conservation, education and research. The organization welcomes community involvement and visitation, offering scheduled tours and special events, plus a conservation and education center and viewing opportunities. More than 200 bats spanning 10 species reside here. Located at 1309 Northwest 192nd Avenue in Gainesville. Ready for your Oakmont lifestyle? Talk to us here. [...] Read more...
March 30, 2026One of the awesome things about Oakmont is the never-ending opportunities for local pursuits. Gainesville’s top master-planned community is located on its bustling west side, with easy access to a lively downtown and some of Florida’s best outdoor recreational sites. Build or buy a new custom Florida home at Oakmont, and you won’t lack for leisure activities either. The resort-style swimming pools, fitness center, event lawn, sports courts, and a busy calendar of community events offer plenty of fun right at home. But outside the community? Gainesville’s status as hometown for the University of Florida, Santa Fe College and active arts, cultural and learning scenes offer innumerable opportunities to experience something new. Read on for samples of outside-the-box fun in Gainesville. Key takeaways Oakmont offers a vibrant lifestyle with amenities and easy access to Gainesville’s activities Residents can enjoy unique local experiences like dance classes, floral design, and athletic tours Gainesville’s college town atmosphere brings diverse arts, culture, and recreation opportunities Nearby outdoor adventures like ziplining add to the variety of things to do outside the community Square dancing Learn how to Do-Si-Do with the Grand Squares Square Dance Club. The group offers $5 beginner classes each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., at Meizon Church in Gainesville. It’s a unique way to learn a new recreational skill, be active and meet other dance enthusiasts. Best of all, you don’t need to bring a partner or dress up. Learn new square-dance moves with each class and join the club if Do-Si-Do-ing becomes your jam. If you think you might have two left feet on a dance floor, this could be the cure! Located at 3411 Northwest 83rd Street in Gainesville. Floral design Intrigued by gorgeous floral centerpieces you see at special events? Learn how to create your own floral masterpiece (and the skills to do so) with beginner classes at the Gainesville Garden Club. The Club offers six classes taught by an accomplished floral designer that build on lessons from class to class. It’s not free ($120 as of this writing), but if you love floral arrangement and gardening, it might be the gateway to your next new hobby. Located at 1350 Northwest 75th Street in Gainesville. UF athletic facility tours Such a unique opportunity for college sports fans, especially friends, family members and Oakmont neighbors keen on the University of Florida Gators. Thought its Swamp Moments program, the university’s athletic association offers tours of athletic facilities such as football’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium — known popularly as The Swamp — and basketball’s Exactech Arena at Stephen C. O’Connell Center. There’s a fee, of course, and participants must have game tickets for game-day tours. But the behind-the-scene access might be next-level experiences for Oakmont sports enthusiasts. Located on the University of Florida campus in Gainesville. Haile Quarry zipline Another unique activity near Oakmont, in the nearby town of Newberry. Six ziplines of varying heights and lengths cross a defunct phosphate mine that was active from 1925-1975. Now a lake rimmed by limestone cliffs, it’s an impressive setting as visitors fly over it. The Haile Quarry zipline park boasts Florida’s longest line (the 1,303-foot Double Dragon) and discounts are offered on Fridays. Located at 3975 Northwest County Road 235 in Newberry. Ready for your Oakmont lifestyle? Talk to us here. [...] Read more...