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The Horne Collective Real Estate - Keller Williams Buy well. Sell better. Live intentionally. Gainesville & Alachua County Real Estate Let’s make your next move your best one yet.

Donavaun Horne is a trusted real estate advisor with over a decade of experience helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate the Alachua County market and beyond. Known for his thoughtful guidance, polished marketing, and results driven strategy, Donavaun provides a full service experience that blends local expertise with a modern, elevated approach. He founded The Horne Collective as a curated real estate brand that puts relationships, design, and detail at the center of every transaction. From first time buyers and VA clients to seasoned investors and out of state relocations, Donavaun offers hands-on support tailored to each client’s goals and lifestyle. He specializes in:

• Buying and selling primary residences, condos, and income-producing properties

• Prepping listings for top dollar returns through smart renovations, staging, and design

• Managing vendor relationships for inspections, repairs, and upgrades

• Marketing listings with professional photography, copywriting, and high visibility online exposure

• Providing strategic guidance on pricing, negotiation, and timing for both buyers and sellers



Clients choose Donavaun for his calm, confident presence and his ability to simplify complex decisions without ever losing the details. Whether it is navigating financing, handling inspections, or reviewing offers, Donavaun keeps the process smooth, communicative, and aligned with your goals. A proud graduate of the University of Florida, Donavaun holds a bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies, a minor in Education, and an MBA. When he is not negotiating contracts or walking properties, he is exploring new cities, designing beautiful spaces, and connecting with people who value intentional living. If you are looking for a real estate experience rooted in service, strategy, and substance, you are in the right place.

Under contract in 8 days. Closed in under 30.Another successful closing in Kensington South, just minutes from UF.In a m...
09/24/2026

Under contract in 8 days. Closed in under 30.

Another successful closing in Kensington South, just minutes from UF.

In a market where condos are taking longer to move, this property was positioned to stand out from the beginning. Thoughtful pricing, strong presentation, and marketing centered around what made the home a compelling buy resulted in a cash contract after just 8 days on market.

Especially notable: another unit with the same floor plan had recently expired without selling.

A good property matters. How you bring it to market matters, too.

Considering a sale? Let’s talk about how we’d position your property.

THE HORNE COLLECTIVE
Gainesville + North Central Florida
Buy well | Sell better | Live intentionally.

I’ve always been really passionate about architecture. To me, it’s a form of art, and it’s something that has always spo...
09/09/2026

I’ve always been really passionate about architecture. To me, it’s a form of art, and it’s something that has always spoken to me.

Whenever I travel, I find myself paying attention to the buildings, the details, and all the different ways people create spaces.

So, to no surprise, I came home from Rotterdam with a camera roll full of buildings. These are a few of my favorites. 🇳🇱

A LOT TO LOVE | NW GAINESVILLEHope everyone is enjoying the holiday weekend! I wanted to put this one on your radar beca...
09/06/2026

A LOT TO LOVE | NW GAINESVILLE

Hope everyone is enjoying the holiday weekend! I wanted to put this one on your radar because, quite simply, I think it’s a great house for the money.

At $285,000, 4321 NW 20th Street gives you three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an oversized corner lot, an updated kitchen, a newer roof, a great backyard and no HOA.

More importantly, it’s actually move-in ready.

Not “move in ready, but you’ll probably want to redo the kitchen.” Not “move in ready, once you tackle a few projects.” The work has been done, it’s been done well, and the house still has plenty of personality.

The backyard might be my favorite part. There’s a large deck, built in bar and grill, fire pit, string lights and enough space to entertain, unwind or just enjoy having a little room of your own.

For a first time buyer, someone downsizing, or simply someone who wants to buy a home without immediately inheriting another to-do list, I think this one deserves a look.

📍 4321 NW 20th Street | Gainesville
3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1,202 SF
0.33 Acres | 1 Car Garage | No HOA
Offered at $285,000

If you know someone who’s been looking, send this to them. And if that someone is you, call me. I’d love to show you around.

Donavaun Horne | The Horne Collective
Buy well | Sell better | Live intentionally.

I’ve noticed something after all these years in real estate.The homes people talk about years later usually aren’t the b...
07/26/2026

I’ve noticed something after all these years in real estate.

The homes people talk about years later usually aren’t the biggest ones or the ones with the fanciest finishes.

They’re the ones where birthdays were celebrated, neighbors became friends, kids grew up, and life happened.

That’s one of the reasons I’ve never believed buying a home is just about square footage. The house matters, of course, but what you’re really looking for is a place that fits the life you want to build.

I’m curious… when you think about the homes you’ve loved the most, what made them special?

Good marketing doesn’t end when a listing goes live.These before and after photos were taken just a few months apart. Th...
07/16/2026

Good marketing doesn’t end when a listing goes live.

These before and after photos were taken just a few months apart. The first was captured during a severe drought. Once the landscape recovered, we invested in updating the photography.

Why?

Because on an acreage property, the land is just as important as the home itself. Every improvement in presentation helps tell a stronger story, attracts more attention, and gives buyers a better picture of what they’re investing in.

Real estate marketing isn’t about checking a box. It’s about continually looking for opportunities to showcase a property at its full potential.

If you’re considering selling, I’d love to show you what a thoughtful marketing strategy can do for your home.

Home means something different to everyone.We believe it should always be a place where you can be fully yourself.Happy ...
06/09/2026

Home means something different to everyone.

We believe it should always be a place where you can be fully yourself.

Happy Pride Month. 🌈

The Horne Collective

The right agent pays for themselves.This was a long held rental property that needed significant updates. The expectatio...
04/11/2026

The right agent pays for themselves.

This was a long held rental property that needed significant updates. The expectation had already been set by other agents to sell low and move on.

When we met, I saw it differently.

I told her she didn’t need to put more money into the property. I walked her through how buyers would look at it and laid out a strategy to position it for the right audience.

Then we went to work.

We closed in under 30 days, more than $40,000 higher than those initial expectations.

But just as important, we found the right buyer.

An experienced investor who didn’t get caught up in the condition, but understood the opportunity and had the ability to execute on it.

That’s really where the value is.

Not trying to appeal to everyone, but positioning a property so the right person sees it and can actually act on it.

That’s how you create a result where everyone walks away happy.

The Horne Collective
Buy well. Sell better. Live intentionally

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