Santa Fe College

Gainesville, FL

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Santa Fe College - Gainesville, FL

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A hint of New Mexico in tropical Florida

Suburban Smaller Campus Florida Zoo Commutes

Santa Fe College, perhaps, is not where you think it is -- just a few minutes northwest of the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. Although often overshadowed by its much-larger neighbor, Santa Fe College offers a smaller, more individualized college experience. This state college was established in 1966 as Santa Fe Community College. It dropped the "Community" part of its name when it began offering bachelor's degree programs in 2008. Some of Santa Fe College's graduates include Senator Marco Rubio, music producer Craig Fugate, and Olympic runner Robin Campbell.

Santa Fe College is home to the nation's only zookeeper training facility, located on 10 acres and home to more than 200 animals. The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo is located on the west side of campus and was established in 1970. The program includes medical care, conservation, animal husbandry, breeding, and nutrition.

When looking at apartments near Santa Fe College, look northeast of I-75 along NW 83rd Street. If you don't mind a short commute along I-75, the neighborhoods of West Hills, Mill Pond, and Durant Estates are minutes from the college and very close to the Oaks Mall and the University of Florida.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Gainesville, FL is $978 for a studio, $1,214 for one bedroom, $1,491 for two bedrooms, and $1,749 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Gainesville has increased by 0.2% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 342 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $978/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 668 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,214/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,011 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,491/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,306 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,749/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

51

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

71

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School

Public

Grades K-12

1,287 Students

8
out of 10

Kimball Wiles Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

862 Students

7
out of 10

Hidden Oak Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

775 Students

7
out of 10

Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School

Public

Grades PK-12

271 Students

7
out of 10

F. W. Buchholz High School

Public

Grades 5 & 9-12

2,540 Students

6
out of 10

P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School

Public

Grades K-12

1,287 Students

8
out of 10

Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School

Public

Grades PK-12

271 Students

7
out of 10

Kanapaha Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,094 Students

6
out of 10

Abraham Lincoln Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

709 Students

6
out of 10

Fort Clarke Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

961 Students

4
out of 10

P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School

Public

Grades K-12

1,287 Students

8
out of 10

Professional Academy Magnet At Loften High School

Public

Grades PK-12

271 Students

7
out of 10

F. W. Buchholz High School

Public

Grades 5 & 9-12

2,540 Students

6
out of 10

Gainesville High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,873 Students

5
out of 10

Eastside High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,220 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Santa Fe Community College Teaching Zoo
  • Cofrin Nature Park
  • Loblolly Woods Nature Park
  • Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park
  • McGuire Center for Lepidoptera & Biodiversity

Airports

  • Gainesville Regional

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