Gilchrist County Real Estate

Gilchrist County Real Estate

Welcome to Gilchrist County, Florida – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of North Central Florida. Known for its picturesque landscapes and charming small-town atmosphere, Gilchrist County offers a unique blend of natural beauty and Southern hospitality. With its lush greenery, crystal-clear springs, and rolling hills, this area is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Home to the renowned Ichetucknee Springs State Park, Gilchrist County boasts some of the most stunning natural springs in the state. Here, visitors can enjoy tubing, kayaking, and swimming in the refreshing waters, surrounded by towering cypress trees and vibrant wildlife. The county is also dotted with numerous parks and recreational areas, making it easy for families and adventurers to explore the great outdoors.

In addition to its natural attractions, Gilchrist County is rich in history and community spirit. The quaint towns of Trenton and Bell offer a warm welcome with local shops, farmers' markets, and annual festivals that celebrate the region's heritage. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life, where neighbors know each other by name, and community events bring everyone together.

Whether you’re looking to settle down in a peaceful rural setting or seeking a weekend getaway filled with adventure, Gilchrist County has something for everyone. With affordable real estate options, beautiful landscapes, and a close-knit community, it’s no wonder that people are falling in love with this slice of Florida. Discover the charm of Gilchrist County today, and find out why it’s the perfect place to call home!

Newest Listings in Gilchrist County

$539,900
3 Beds 2 Baths 799934 MLS
PRIVACY and BEAUTY abound at this 9.39 ACRES on a PAVED road just north of Bell, in the Rock Bluff area. Enter the property thru a brick column, iron gate driveway that winds to the custom 3 BD/2 BA CONCRETE BLOCK home also has hardiplank siding making it stronger and giving better insulation. The spacious home boasts 1,441 SF of living area and has a large covered back porch and attached garage, making 2,322 SF under roof. The split plan home offers 2 large bedrooms on one end of the home with bathroom between that has a 1920 antique pedestal sink. The Master Bedroom, with a private french door access to the back porch, has a nice walk-in closet and master bath with double sink vanity and walk in shower. The open concept living, dining, kitchen area is light and bright! The kitchen has an abundance of cherry wood cabinets and a prep sink, in addition to the double sink. The Corian countertops are maintenance free and durable. There is a pantry closet, next to the laundry closet, for added storage. A pleasant surprise at this property are the added buildings outside! A 12'x20' GUEST COTTAGE/"SHE SHED" is cute as can be with its front porch! A small kitchen area and bathroom and open living/sleeping area make it so convenient for guests. Another utility building with 2 wings is great storage for almost anything! In addition, there is another LARGE 36'x44' POLE BARN with concrete floor and includes a 15'x18' WORKSHOP. There is an air compressor installed and piping runs throughout the barn and workshop. Another 12'x36' wing of this pole barn has limerock floor. Toward the back of the property, yet another pole barn (16'x20') is situated for parking boats, trailers, or any other items you may need to store. The owner has taken meticulous care of the property. Upgrades include a new HVAC unit June 2025, water system 2024, gutters added 2020. Call to set up your private tour today!

4700 Nw 55th Ave, Bell

$1,200,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 799932 MLS
Country living at its finest! 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom pool home on 20 acres for sale. Welcome to your own private country retreat in Bell, Florida, offering an exceptional combination of acreage, agricultural infrastructure, recreation, and comfortable country living. Situated on 20 fenced and cross-fenced acres, this property is well suited for horses, cattle, farming, recreation, or simply enjoying the privacy and space that comes with owning a large piece of Old Florida countryside. Within 5 minutes from the Suwannee River and 15 minutes from the crystal-clear Santa Fe River, with numerous public springs and boat ramps nearby, this property offers outstanding access to some of North Central Florida's most sought-after outdoor opportunities. This spacious home offers 2,458 heated and cooled square feet and 3,130 total square feet under roof, with an open layout designed for everyday living or entertaining family and friends. The interior features generous living spaces, a dedicated office, and a finished back sunroom. The sunroom leads directly outside to the screened-in pool area, creating an ideal flow between the indoor and outdoor living spaces. Whether you are relaxing with family, entertaining guests, or enjoying a quiet evening overlooking the property, this home is ideal for a peaceful rural lifestyle. Step outside, and the property truly shines. A new saltwater pool installed in 2022 offers the perfect place to cool off and unwind, with a gas heater allowing for comfortable swimming beyond the warmest months. Just beyond the home is a stocked pond with a gazebo, providing a peaceful setting to enjoy the outdoors. The pond is stocked with bass, bream, and catfish, adding both recreational value and another scenic feature to the property. The acreage has been thoughtfully designed with agricultural and livestock use in mind. The entire property is fenced and cross-fenced, with water lines running the full property to provide convenient access for watering horses or cattle. The property also features established organic grass fields, providing a versatile setup for livestock and agricultural purposes. A large barn adds significant utility and storage, offering space for boats, vehicles, tractor parking, designated workshops, and RV parking. There is ample room for storage and projects making this property especially appealing to buyers looking for more than just a home. The home also has numerous important updates, including a new septic system in 2021, new windows in 2022, a new saltwater pool in 2022, new well pipes in 2025, and a roof installed in 2017. Fiber internet is connected by CFE, providing high-speed Wi-Fi and allowing you to work from home or stay connected while enjoying the privacy of the countryside. Whether you are looking for a private homestead, working farm, equestrian property, or simply a place to enjoy the best of the North Central Florida lifestyle, this property offers the space and infrastructure to make it your own, with 20 fenced acres, a thoughtfully designed home, screened-in saltwater pool, stocked pond and gazebo, irrigation, and a substantial barn with workshop space, equipment storage, and RV parking. This property was designed to maximize the space, privacy, and freedom that come with the country Florida lifestyle. This is a rare opportunity where the possibilities are as wide open as the property itself. Come experience this lifestyle for yourself, call for your own exclusive private tour today!

5309 Nw 15th St, Bell

$999,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 799902 MLS
Compound Retreat Perfect for the growing family or entrepreneur. A private home that unfolds around a circular drive at the end of a long gated driveway. Upon entry, you're welcomed into a light-filled combo living kitchen area where picture windows, French doors and skylights bring the outdoors in. The expansive kitchen is designed around an impressive wraparound peninsula, creating a culinary enthusiast's dream with seemingly endless counter space and high-end appliances strategically placed to move effortlessly from preparation to cooking to presentation—all while keeping the heart of the kitchen open to conversation and entertaining. Vaulted ceilings enhance the sense of space, while the French doors open seamlessly onto the screened lanai and hot tub. A perfect space for enjoyment or entertainment. A bonus feature of BOTH MASTER SUITES enjoy direct access to the lanai, allowing this inviting outdoor space to become a natural extension of the home. Privately positioned within the split floor plan, the expansive main master is large enough to create more than simply a sleeping space, with room for a sitting or work area and its own direct connection to the screened lanai. The ensuite continues that sense of space with an oversized vanity, dramatic custom-framed mirror, separate water closet and an exceptionally large walk-in shower designed with room to move rather than simply step in and out. A garden tub tucked beneath the window creates a quieter place to soak, giving the suite the feel of a private retreat within the home The second master is adjoined by a Jack-and-Jill bath with an exterior entry to the screened lanai. A breezeway laundry area connects the 2 car garage. An approximately 800-square-foot detached office/flex building provides substantial space with multiple rooms, a large walk-in closet/storage area and half bath—ideal for the entrepreneur who wants a true workspace separate from the residence or the potential of an additional dwelling unit. With the insulated shed, additional storage buildings, and two RV sites nearby, this side of the property creates a ready-made setting for an office, studio, inventory, equipment or business operations, air b and b all just steps from home. Both the main dwelling and additional dwelling are block. An existing custom chicken coop with brooder, covered stall and fenced area is ready to go for livestock. All of this sets on 24 wooded acres with trails for riding, and backs up to over 1000 acres of wildlife preserve. The river with private boat access is only 1 mile down the road. Secluded doesn't mean disconnected. Just minutes from CR 138—the local cut-through connecting US 129 and SR 47—the compound sits in the heart of North Florida's spring and river country, with easy routes toward Fort White, Branford, High Springs, Trenton, Lake City and Gainesville. Spend the morning tubing the Ichetucknee, launch a boat onto the Suwannee or Santa Fe, explore nearby springs and wildlife lands, or hit the trails—then come home to 24 private acres adjoining state preserve land. Lake City is approximately 30 miles away and Gainesville approximately 40 miles away, putting major hospitals, medical specialists, extensive shopping, dining and everyday services within reach while preserving the privacy of country living

2060 Ne 100th St, Branford

$475,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 799872 MLS
Set on 7.41 acres with frontage along the Santa Fe River, 11200 NE 22nd Ct offers the space, water access and privacy that make North Florida river properties so appealing. Follow the dirt driveway from the limerock road and you'll find a fully fenced property with open grassed areas, a workshop and a 2021 manufactured home surrounded by a natural Florida landscape. At the river, an aluminum floating dock provides direct access to the Santa Fe for fishing, paddling, boating or simply spending time by the water. Inside, the 4-bedroom, 3-bath home provides 2,052 square feet of heated and cooled living space, along with a separate office that gives you flexibility for working from home, hobbies or additional everyday needs. The kitchen features an island and opens to the dining area for an easy flow between cooking and gathering spaces. Laminated wood flooring, ceiling fans, decorative lighting and blinds are among the interior features, while a garden tub adds to the primary bath. A dedicated laundry room and a full appliance package, including the cooktop, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, washer and dryer, add everyday convenience. The home is equipped with central electric heating and cooling, a shingle roof, vinyl siding, a private well and septic system. Outside, the workshop provides useful space for tools, equipment, projects or storage, and the acreage gives you room to enjoy the property beyond the home itself. Located in the Branford area of Gilchrist County, this property puts you in a part of North Florida known for its rivers, springs and outdoor recreation. The Santa Fe River connects with the Suwannee River near Branford, creating extensive opportunities to explore the area by water. Nearby natural destinations include Ichetucknee Springs State Park and Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park, where clear spring water, trails, paddling and swimming are part of the landscape that defines this region. With 7.41 acres, Santa Fe River frontage, a floating dock, workshop and a 2021 home with four bedrooms plus an office, this property brings together waterfront access and usable land in one distinctive North Florida setting.

11200 Ne 22nd Ct, Branford

$525,000
799871 MLS
Almost 30 ACRES WITH 10,000 SQ FT METAL BARN IN GILCHRIST COUNTY! Located in one of the most desirable areas of North Central Florida, this AG-zoned property offers endless possibilities for farming, livestock, equipment, a working agricultural operation or your future homestead. The entire property has been cleared with established hedge rows separating pastures and plenty of room for horses, cattle or other agricultural uses. The property features PAVED ROAD FRONTAGE, well and power, and is located outside the flood zone. Additional road frontage on 50th Ave. allows easy access and flexibility. A major highlight is the approximately 10,000 SQ FT METAL BARN, previously used as a produce packing facility. The building is elevated for convenient loading and offers exceptional space for equipment, hay storage, workshop use or agricultural operations. Looking for something different? Explore the possibilities of adapting part of the property and existing structure for an event venue or other use, subject to county approval. Conveniently located between Trenton and Fanning Springs and just a few miles from the Suwannee River and a short 30-minute drive to the Gulf Coast. Rural living in a county with ONLY ONE TRAFFIC LIGHT—while being only 30 miles from Gainesville. FARM IT. BUILD IT. MAKE IT YOURS. With almost 30 ACRES, substantial existing infrastructure and a great GILCHRIST COUNTY location, this property is ready for its next chapter.

6900 Sw 50th Ave, Trenton

$225,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 799858 MLS
Spacious Country Living with Modern Comforts in Desirable Gilchrist County! Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and discover the space, privacy, and peaceful lifestyle you've been looking for. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath manufactured home offers more than 1,800 square feet of living space and sits beautifully on a full acre in desirable Gilchrist County. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully designed split-bedroom floor plan that provides privacy and plenty of room for family and guests. The spacious owner's suite features a private bathroom and a large walk-in closet, creating a comfortable retreat at the end of the day. The inviting great room is perfect for relaxing or entertaining, featuring a beautiful fireplace and built-in bookcases that add both character and functionality. The oversized kitchen is a standout, offering an abundance of cabinetry and generous countertop space for the cook who needs room to work. The adjoining dining area is large enough to comfortably accommodate family gatherings and dinner parties. Both guest bedrooms are larger than typically found in a manufactured home, and each includes its own walk-in closet for exceptional storage. Additional features include a durable metal roof and four energy-efficient mini-split HVAC systems, providing flexible and efficient climate control throughout the home. Outside, the property is completely fenced and includes a detached carport and two storage sheds, giving you plenty of room for vehicles, equipment, hobbies, and outdoor gear. Owner financing may be available with a substantial down payment. And then there's the location. Gilchrist County offers the best of peaceful rural living and outdoor adventure, with numerous freshwater springs along the Suwannee and Santa Fe Rivers. The area is renowned for its natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and highly regarded school district. You'll also be just minutes from the charming North Florida communities of Bell, Branford, Fort White, and High Springs. If you're ready to trade traffic and crowded neighborhoods for wide-open space, privacy, fresh air, and a slower pace of life—without sacrificing modern comforts—this property deserves a look. Come experience the best of North Florida country living. Schedule your private showing today!

6321 Nw 15th Ave, Bell

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