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Alachua, FL vs Rotonda, FL

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Are people in Rotonda older or younger than people in Alachua?
- The Median Age in Rotonda is 27.6 years older than in Alachua.

Are housing costs cheaper in Rotonda or Alachua?
- Rotonda housing costs are 1.2% less expensive than Alachua housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Rotonda or Alachua?
- The average commute for residents of Rotonda is 2.2 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Alachua.

Things to do in Alachua?
Alachua, FL is tucked away in northern Florida between Gainesville & High Springs. Famous for its stunning natural landscape with rolling hills & streams, this quiet rural community has recently attracted new businesses & tourists alike who come to explore the area’s abundance of outdoor activities.

Things to do in Rotonda?
Rotonda West lies near Englewood Florida offering Gulf Coast beach scenes southwest century old sandhills secluded canals deep sea fishing golf courses large boating areas forests lakes alongside shopping centers entertainment options Rotonda's location grants inhabitants easiest path across I-75 into Sarasota Tampa Saint Petersburg other metropolitan areas making this an ideal spot for retirees looking bit country combined metropolitan accessibility

 Alachua, FLRotonda, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock9,906329,725,481
 Median Income$65,838  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock68.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$303,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.67  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Alachua    1 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

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Reviews for Rotonda    3 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Am a foreigner. I found that the lots in Cape Haze are very affordable. I would like to invest. Could someone kindly recommend to me a reliable real estate agent ? Thank  More

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Cape Haze, South Gulf cove and Rotonda. lots for $2000-$5000 or new homes for $140,000. Boca Grande and Palm island minutes away. Sarasota and manasota key short drive.  More

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Over 12 years ago

If beautiful beaches and relax atmosphere are your choice then you should consider East Englewood,Rotonda,or Cape Haze areas. They are skip from Boca Grande,manasota key  More

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