Tara St. Augustine

Northwood, Black Oaks, Huntington, The Valley and Los Trancos Woods sit in northwest Gainesville, where residential streets meet wooded lots and the wider landscape of north-central Florida. Summers are hot, humid and stormy; winters are generally mild. Nearby outdoor options include San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park, with wooded trails for hiking and biking, while neighborhood green spaces and playgrounds offer room to spend time outside. Gainesville’s larger dining, coffee and shopping selection is a short drive away, and local errands often mean driving. The University of Florida’s museums and performing arts venues, along with downtown Gainesville’s restaurants and nightlife, add cultural options beyond the residential area. For regional travel, major roads connect the neighborhoods with the rest of Gainesville and destinations beyond. ZIP code 32606 has a median rent of $2,100 per month and a typical range of $1,000 to $12,478, based on 45 active listings.