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.

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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.

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Gainesville Literary Fun for Oakmont Residents

April 2, 2026Do Florida’s cooler months make you want to curl up with a good book? The mild winter still means plenty of fun outdoor activities in north central Florida, but if you’re a resident of Oakmont — Gainesville’s top master-planned community — you can enjoy a plethora of literary events and festivals in your own backyard. One of Oakmont’s numerous perks is its stellar amenities (resort-style swimming pools, the Residents Club hub for social spaces, a fitness center, outdoor sports courts, playground and an expansive event lawn). This also includes the calendar maintained by Oakmont’s activities director that might connect you to book clubs and fellow reading enthusiasts in your community. And, given Gainesville’s vibrant arts and cultural scenes — and as hometown to the University of Florida — many local groups and bookstores offer literary programing for numerous interests. Many of these events are free and open to the public, and volunteers are welcomed. Check organizational and event websites for more information. Here’s a sampling of Gainesville literary fun for Oakmont residents. ARTSPEAKSgnv Inc. — the Gainesville-based literacy nonprofit that puts on the Bard & Broadside Poetry Festival each April. It features poetry-centric performances and events at several locations. The April 2026 edition will be the fourth annual Bard & Broadside Poetry Festival. Per its website, ARTSPEAKSgnv Inc.’s overriding mission is “supporting literacy in youth and adults through poetry, spoken word, storytelling and creative writing.” It also oversees the North Central Florida Youth Poet Laureate Program, open to students ages 13-18 in nine counties. Sunshine State Book Festival — the seventh annual Festival takes place January 23-24 right in Gainesville. Held every winter since 2020, it’s an anticipated two-day gathering of 100 local and regional authors, fans and readers of all ages, and literary performers. Venues include Santa Fe College Fine Arts Hall, Lyceum Theater and the Grand Ballroom at the Best Western Gateway. A day-long writers’ workshop intensive, teen lit contest, children’s story time, speaker presentations and a writer showcase and expo are among the events. The Sunshine State Book Festival is presented by the Writers Alliance of Gainesville (see more on this group below). The Lynx Books — an independent Gainesville bookstore that hosts multiple events and book clubs. Monthly author events and book club gatherings are a staple, per the store’s website calendar. So are special observances such as a tea party on January 9 to celebrate lauded British author Jane Austen’s birthday. There’s also a weekly story time for little ones and families called The Lynx Tails, and poetry and fiction workshops. Located at 601 South Main Street in Gainesville. Writers Alliance of Gainesville — the organization that presents the annual Sunshine State Book Festival above. Its author membership also presents year-round programming each month, mostly at the Millhopper branch of the Alachua County Library. The Writers Alliance also publishes a literary review, maintains the Hogtowne Quill blog and a speakers’ bureau, and offers an online bookstore for members’ work. Ready for your Oakmont lifestyle? Talk to us here. [...] Read more...

Outside-the-Box Fun in Gainesville

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...

Oakmont Proud: ICI Homes for Hope Makes a Lasting Impact

December 18, 2025Oakmont is more than a place to live. It is a community built on connection, generosity, and shared purpose. Those values were on full display through ICI Homes for Hope, a special philanthropic initiative that took place right here in Oakmont and recently earned national recognition at NAHB’s The Nationals 2025. The ICI Homes for Hope project brought together ICI Homes, local trade partners, and community supporters to build and sell a showcase home with one goal in mind. Giving back in a meaningful way. The effort generated 210,000 dollars in proceeds, all donated to four local charities serving the Greater Gainesville area. Each organization received 52,500 dollars to support causes that strengthen lives and futures. Beneficiaries included the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health, Junior Achievement of Alachua County, the Pace Center for Girls Alachua, and the Rex and Brody Foundation. These organizations focus on advancing medical research, preparing students for success, empowering young women, and supporting youth development through sports and community programs. What made this initiative especially powerful was the collaboration behind it. Trade partners donated time, materials, and expertise to bring the home to life, multiplying its impact far beyond the walls of the home itself. One donation was even presented on what would have been Rex Reinhart’s eighteenth birthday, creating a moment of remembrance and hope that touched everyone involved. The project recently received a Silver Award in the Building Industry Community Spirit Award category at NAHB’s The Nationals, placing it among the top philanthropic initiatives in the country and advancing it as a finalist for the Gold Award to be announced in February. For Oakmont residents, this recognition reflects the heart of the community and the difference that can be made when people come together with purpose. At ICI Homes, building extends beyond homes and neighborhoods. It is about creating opportunity, supporting causes that matter, and enhancing the communities we serve. Oakmont will always hold a special place in the story of ICI Homes for Hope, and we are proud of the lasting impact this community helped make possible. To learn more about life at Oakmont and the values that shape this community, explore the Oakmont lifestyle and discover what makes this place feel like home. Contact us here. [...] Read more...

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