How rare and refreshing – a genuinely people-oriented, new home community with a warm and welcoming heart and a focus on easy and stylish living that is balanced with nature at every touchpoint. Located just minutes away from UF Health Shands Hospital on over 550 acres, Oakmont in Gainesville offers brand new homes and brings a new lifestyle choice to the area.

Inviting Sense of Arrival

Oakmont features a grand entrance that makes a statement and creates an inviting sense of arrival. Lakes and lush landscaping enhance the aura of elegance, offering residents and guests alike a sense of unspoiled natural beauty and a hint of the truly special place and good life just beyond. New homes are offered by several of the areas top builders and will start in the mid $300’s.

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

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Where Oakmont Kids Have Fun in Gainesville

June 23, 2025Already Gainesville’s top master-planned community, Oakmont also is a star choice for families. Those seeking a new custom Florida home in north central Florida will find many kid-friendly perks and positives about Oakmont. For starters, Myra A. Terwilliger Elementary School is one of Oakmont’s next-door neighbors. Part of the Alachua County Public Schools system, Terwilliger Elementary is located at 3999 Southeast 122nd Street, also known as Parker Road, just south of Oakmont. For Oakmont parents who love to plan ahead, Gainesville is the hometown of the University of Florida and Santa Fe College. But since we’re talking fun (yes, school can be), read on for a sample of where Oakmont kids can have fun in Gainesville. All are a short drive away, and some can be sneaky educational too! In your backyard Oakmont’s Residents Club is Fun Central with its resort-style swimming pools, sundeck, interior meeting and social spaces, event lawn, sports courts and fitness center. An extra treat is Oakmont’s Tortoise Reserve, 40 acres of residents-only conservation land that features a walking trail through local Florida terrain. Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention As kid-centric as it gets. And much fun for youngsters and adults. Named for Dr. James Robert Cade, a UF physician and professor known as the primary founder of the Gatorade sports drink, the Cade Museum’s 21,000 square feet is dedicated to inspiring entrepreneurship, creative thinking, and hands-on ways for kids to explore their imaginations. It offers numerous exhibits, summer camps and special events, and is an A-plus, rainy-day option. Located at 811 South Main Street. Note fees. Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail This paved greenway is a multi-purpose recreational trail that begins in Gainesville and ends 16 miles later in the town of Hawthorne. It’s a rails-to-trails project that follows old railway beds through north central Florida scenery. Perfect for a family cycling adventure, there are informational kiosks along the way and four trailheads with parking. The Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail begins at Boulware Springs Park in Gainesville, located at 3300 Southeast 15th Street. Kanapaha Botanical Gardens It’s right around the corner from Oakmont and children age five and under are free when accompanied by an adult. Kanapaha’s 68 acres feature multiple specialty gardens, including a dedicated children’s garden, and many stunning sights such as bamboo and water gardens. Located at 4700 Southwest 58th Drive, off Archer Road. Paynes Prairie State Preserve Take the kids to see wildlife at Florida’s first state preserve (note entrance fees). It’s amazing for innumerable reasons, but herds of wild horses and buffalo can be seen safely from distant trails. Located at 100 Savannah Boulevard in nearby Micanopy. Butterfly Rainforest Put this one in a back pocket. It’s located at the Florida Museum of Natural History, closed due to an expansion project as of this writing. Once the Museum re-opens, the Rainforest is well worth admission fees, with colorful butterflies swooping about. Located at 3215 Hull Road. Ready for your Oakmont lifestyle? Talk to us here. [...] Read more...

Horsing Around Near Oakmont

April 1, 2025Regardless of the reasons you may be searching for a new custom Florida home in the Gainesville area, you’ll never have to search for fun things to do. That includes one of north central Florida’s most popular outdoor pursuits — equestrian activities. Two equestrian facilities are within an easy drive of Oakmont, which is Gainesville’s premier master-planned community located on the city’s bustling southwest side. That makes it particularly handy to the Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center, and the World Equestrian Center in Ocala. And there are multiple equestrian trails to explore in nearby state parks, plus farms and providers who offer guided rides. Equestrian fun isn’t the only outdoor recreation option in north central Florida. This region of the Sunshine State is awash with freshwater lakes, rivers and springs, plus trails, state and national parks and preserves for boating, fishing, hiking, cycling and other activities. But if you and any family members appreciate the opportunity to saddle up or to enjoy a horse show, you’re covered. Ask Oakmont neighbors for recommendations, and folks at facilities and parks listed below for info about trail rides, or even finding a new berth for your own horse. Here’s the scoop on horsing around near Oakmont. Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center This versatile facility is in Newberry, approximately 20 minutes and 11 miles from Oakmont. On the horse front, it features a sizable covered arena, outdoor complex and five barns. A “Walk Trot Canter Dressage Show” was recently on its schedule, along with local 4-H Clubs events. World Equestrian Center in Ocala Known as the “Horse Capital of the World,” Ocala is one of the United States’ top locations for farms, breeding, training and racing, and horse-centric events. It’s the winter home of many famous thoroughbreds, owners and trainers. The World Equestrian Center features multiple event centers, barn complexes, an on-site branch of the University of Florida Veterinary Hospital, The Equestrian Hotel, and myriad dining and shopping options. It’s also open to the public and hosts a year-round calendar of shows. Plus, it’s only 40 miles and under an hour south of Oakmont. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Florida’s first state preserve is a treasure trove of outdoor recreation, all of it located only minutes southeast of Oakmont. Equine enthusiasts in particular can try to spot Paynes Prairie’s herds of wild horses and bison. Check with rangers at the visitor center once you arrive for tips on where and how to safely see the herds. Paynes Prairie also is home to multiple trails, some of which are available for horseback riding. These include the 6.5-mile Chacala Trail, and the 16-mile Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail. San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park A beautiful park that offers elevation changes, limestone cliffs and serene forested tracts. The North Trailhead is the starting point for equestrians, who can access three trails — the Cellon Creek Trail, Turkey Creek Loop Trail and the Hidden Pond Trail. Ready for your Oakmont lifestyle? Talk to us here. [...] Read more...

Where to Play Pickleball Near Oakmont

March 19, 2025Ready for a new custom Florida home convenient to Gainesville’s pickleball scene? Targeting Oakmont — the area’s top master-planned community — is an excellent play. It’s near many places where you can dink, carry and smash, with leagues, lessons and facilities available for all ages. And, for those times when you’re not pickleball-ing, Oakmont boasts unbeatable resident amenities. This more-than-550-acre neighborhood offers customizable, versatile floor plans, a Residents Club that incorporates meeting and social spaces, a fitness center, two resort-style swimming pools, a playground, basketball and tennis courts, and a spacious event lawn. Plus, enjoy Oakmont’s 46-acre Gopher Tortoise Reserve that’s home to a protected species. It features residents-only nature walks through north central Florida’s forested terrain. But back to the court. Pickleball mania is real, and prospective Oakmont residents want to know where to play it. Read on for some suggestions. Alachua County Sports and Events Center — located at 4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, literally minutes east of Oakmont. This large multipurpose facility opened in June 2023 and offers 130,000 square feet for sports, meetings and conventions. It offers pickleball programs for adults and children, all on indoor courts. Summer camps and clinics are options for youngsters. Adult have plenty of opportunities to play, and there are development programs for players of all ages who want to level up their games. Veterans Memorial Park — located at 7400 SW 41st Place and other pickleball option that’s only minutes east of Oakmont. An Alachua County Park with five outdoor courts with permanent lines. You’ll need to bring your own nets, but the courts here are free to play, with access to other park amenities such as restrooms and water fountains. Northside Park — located at 5701 NW 34th Boulevard, Gainesville, a mere 13 miles north of Oakmont. A city of Gainesville park with four outdoor hard courts with permanent nets and eight others available to use with bring-your-own nets. All are free to play. Park amenities include restrooms, water fountains and lights. Martin Luther King Jr. Multipurpose Center — located at 1028 NE 14th Street on Gainesville’s northeast side.. It’s part of Citizens Park, another city of Gainesville park, and offers four permanent indoor pickleball courts that are free to play. Flavet Field — located on the University of Florida campus, just south of bustling downtown Gainesville on Woodlawn Drive, between Stadium Road to the north and Museum Road to the south. Flavet Field is part of the UF Department of Recreational Sports, whose student Club Pickleball team is top-10-ranked! There are four outdoor hard courts with permanent lines at Flavet Field, with portable nets available. These outdoor courts are used by UF’s Club Pickleball team for competitive play, but are open to non-UF groups too. If you work at the university or have a student affiliation with UF, these courts are free to play. Non-UF groups will pay a fee. All players must register to use the Flavet Field pickleball courts. Ready for your Oakmont lifestyle? Talk to us here. [...] Read more...

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