Located in the heart of Gainesville, tucked away on a beautiful private setting this acre homesite has mature landscape surrounded by a tall shade canopy. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac this Mid Century Modern Home has been thoughtfully renovated and tastefully designed using quality materials throughout. The spacious rooms flow perfectly from room to room with gorgeous French oak wood floors creating a warm inviting atmosphere of casual elegance. Floor to ceiling windows bring in abundant filtered light and peaceful views from every room. The kitchen features stone countertops, breakfast seating and a separate juice bar/coffee station or the perfect spot for happy hour. There is a Huge multi purpose flex space off kitchen currently used as fitness center and a second home office that has a private entrance but uses are endless including the possibility of an in law suite that currently has a kitchenette and large closet. There is liberal storage at every turn of the home. The roof is called a ZIG ZAG roof (replaced in June of 2024) and was architecturally designed in the 60's that creates gabled windows and vaulted ceilings on the interior which offers unique architectural detail in many of the rooms. The great room with gas fireplace has large glass doors that open onto paved decks surrounding inground pool with plenty of space for gathering with friends and family to entertain and enjoy an afternoon meal. It also has a large retractable awing for additional shade in the warmer months. Part of the backyard is fenced in to protect the furry friends and little ones. There is a separate storage that has electric and could be a workshop, studio or cabana and has a recent metal roof. University Acres is a well established community convenient to Shopping, Restaurants, Hospitals, Downtown, Santa Fe and University of Florida. If you are looking for Quality of life in a home that is move in ready this is the home for you!
Sold for $700,000
$700,000
1520 NW 68th Ter, Gainesville, FL 32605
4beds
3,457sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
1.01 Acres Lot
$681,700 Zestimate®
$202/sqft
$4,026 Estimated rent
Home value
$681,700
$620,000 - $750,000
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Floor to ceiling windowsPeaceful viewsAbundant filtered lightTall shade canopyLiberal storageQuiet cul-de-sacFitness center
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Listing updated:
Listing Provided by:
Donna Bostwick 352-514-5762,
WATSON REALTY CORP 352-377-8899
Bought with:
Julie VanBeek, 3033763
VANBEEK REALTY, LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC529275
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Great room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Kitchen Island, Built-in Features, Granite Counters
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Filtration System
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Shades, Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,501
- Total interior livable area: 3,457 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.01 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 06342026000
- Zoning: RE-1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Street Lights, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Gainesville
- Subdivision: UNIVERSITY ACRES
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $700,000$202/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #GC529275 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2025 | Pending sale | $700,000$202/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC529275 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Price change | $700,000+0.2%$202/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC529275 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2025 | Price change | $698,900-4.2%$202/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC529275 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $729,800$211/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC529275 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2025 | Listing removed | $729,800$211/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC525815 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $729,800+104.4%$211/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC525815 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2019 | Sold | $357,000-2.2%$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2019 | Pending sale | $364,900$106/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker M.M. Parrish Realtors #429148 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2019 | Listed for sale | $364,900$106/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker M.M. Parrish Realtors #429148 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,959 +1.4% | $196,565 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $3,904 +5.7% | $191,025 +3% |
| 2023 | $3,694 +4.2% | $185,461 +3% |
| 2022 | $3,546 +2.5% | $180,059 +3% |
| 2021 | $3,461 -37.6% | $174,815 -37.3% |
| 2020 | $5,548 +30.5% | $278,664 +31.9% |
| 2019 | $4,251 | $211,249 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $4,251 +3.3% | $207,310 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $4,114 -0.1% | $203,050 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $4,117 +6.1% | $198,880 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $3,879 0% | $197,500 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $3,879 +0.8% | $196,040 -8% |
| 2013 | $3,849 | $213,100 +5.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $202,500 +9.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $184,400 -21.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $234,600 -9% |
| 2009 | -- | $257,800 -1.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $261,300 +1.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $256,900 +8.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $237,300 +9.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $216,600 +8.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $200,300 +12% |
| 2003 | -- | $178,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $178,900 -1.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $180,900 +15.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $156,500 |
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Neighborhood: University Acres
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Myra Terwilliger Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.7 mi
- 7/10Fort Clarke Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 6/10F. W. Buchholz High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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