Gifford is an established community just north of Vero Beach, offering some of the most affordable single-family homes in Indian River County.
Gifford is an established community just north of Vero Beach, offering some of the most affordable single-family homes in Indian River County. The area has a strong historic African-American community and is the subject of ongoing infrastructure investment.
Vibe: Established, affordable, historic community.
Gifford sits within Indian River County, one of South Florida's most active real estate markets. Gifford is one of the more affordable markets in its county, making it a popular destination for first-time buyers, investors seeking rental yield, and remote workers priced out of coastal submarkets. Inventory turnover tends to be healthy and entry-level pricing remains attainable. For a broader view of how Gifford compares to other Indian River County cities, visit our Indian River County overview or complete cities list.
Whether you're buying your first home in Gifford, selling a long-time residence, or looking for an investment property, our team brings local knowledge of every neighborhood, school zone, and submarket. Explore buyer services, view our seller strategy, or get a free home value estimate for your Gifford property.
Gifford is composed of 2 primary neighborhoods and subdivisions. Here's a quick guide to each — local character, price tier, and what makes them distinct.
Established affordable single-family residential area.
Quieter residential pockets with single-family homes.
Schools serving Gifford families. Florida Department of Education grades shown reflect the 2023-24 academic year — school zoning can change, so we recommend verifying the assigned school for any specific property before making an offer.
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Quick answers to the most common questions we get from buyers, sellers, and investors.
As of recent 2024 estimates, the median single-family home price in Gifford is approximately $235,000, with an average price per square foot around $175/sqft. Most single-family inventory falls below the median; newer construction or fully-renovated homes command the upper end. For current MLS-based pricing in a specific Gifford neighborhood, contact Divito Real Estate Group for a free, no-obligation market analysis.
Top schools serving Gifford include Vero Beach High (Florida DOE grade B, Public 9-12); Gifford Middle (Florida DOE grade B, Public 6-8); Dodgertown Elementary (Florida DOE grade C, Public K-5). (Florida Department of Education school grades reflect the 2023-24 academic year.) School zones can change; we recommend verifying the assigned school for any specific Gifford property before you make an offer.
Average drive time from Gifford to West Palm Beach runs approximately 60-90 minutes south via I-95. South Florida traffic varies significantly by time of day and route. Brightline rail also provides commuter service between major coastal cities for buyers who prefer to skip I-95 traffic.
Florida property tax averages approximately 1.0% of assessed value statewide. Combined Indian River County millage rates (county + city + school district + special districts) are typical of South Florida. Homestead Exemption can reduce taxable value by up to $50,000 for primary residences. Many homes have no HOA; gated and townhome communities typically carry HOA fees of $100-$300 monthly. For specific tax estimates on a Gifford property, contact our team — we'll pull the actual assessed value and current millage rate.
Popular Gifford neighborhoods include Central Gifford, and North Gifford. Each has a distinct character, price tier, and amenity profile — see the Neighborhoods section above for details on each, or contact our team for help matching your priorities to the right Gifford neighborhood.
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