Own a Piece of Gainesville History in the Beloved Duck Pond Neighborhood! Welcome to 718 NE 3rd Street, a classic 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick home nestled in the heart of Gainesville’s iconic Duck Pond. Brimming with character, this charming residence offers timeless appeal and an incredible opportunity to make it your own. From the moment you arrive, the expansive screened front porch invites you to slow down and soak in the neighborhood’s rich history and front-porch culture. Inside, you’ll find original wood floors, a grand fireplace anchoring the spacious family room, and an abundance of natural light throughout. The generously sized kitchen offers plenty of space for cooking, gathering, and customizing to your taste. The home also features an interior laundry room for added convenience and a side-entry garage with room for storage. Situated just steps from Gainesville’s vibrant downtown, you’re within walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and cultural attractions, all while living in the quiet elegance of the Duck Pond. Whether you're looking to preserve its historic charm or add your personal touch, this is a rare opportunity to own a slice of one of Gainesville’s most treasured neighborhoods.
Sold for $280,000
$280,000
718 NE 3RD STREET, GAINESVILLE, FL 32601
3beds
1,496sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
9,148 Square Feet Lot
$274,600 Zestimate®
$187/sqft
$2,493 Estimated rent
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$274,600
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Grand fireplaceAbundance of natural lightSide-entry garageExpansive screened front porchOriginal wood floorsGenerously sized kitchenInterior laundry room
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Listed by:
Gia Arvin 352-870-4428,
MATCHMAKER REALTY OF ALACHUA COUNTY 352-372-3930,
Scott Arvin 352-871-8615,
MATCHMAKER REALTY OF ALACHUA COUNTY
Bought with:
Michelle Hazen, 3260645
SAGE REAL ESTATE
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC531695
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,920
- Total interior livable area: 1,496 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalk, Storage
Lot
- Size: 9,148 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100 x 100
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 12269000000
- Zoning: RSF2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historical
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Special Community Restrictions
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: HIGHLANDS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Gainesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $187/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $337,183
- Annual tax amount: $2,857
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2025 | Sold | $280,000+1.8%$187/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #GC531695 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2025 | Pending sale | $275,000$184/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC531695 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000$184/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC531695 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,666 +168.3% | $337,183 +87% |
| 2024 | $2,857 +2.9% | $180,268 +3% |
| 2023 | $2,775 +5.7% | $175,017 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,625 +1.5% | $169,920 +3% |
| 2021 | $2,587 +2% | $164,971 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,537 +6.2% | $162,693 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $2,390 | $159,035 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $2,390 +2.5% | $156,070 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $2,333 +0.2% | $152,860 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $2,328 +1.4% | $149,720 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $2,296 -1.4% | $148,680 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $2,329 +0.4% | $147,500 +0.5% |
| 2013 | $2,321 | $146,700 -5.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $155,300 -4.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $163,350 -6.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $174,700 +4.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $167,600 -5.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $177,000 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $173,500 +7.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $161,800 +2.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $158,500 +13.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $139,800 +20.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $115,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $115,800 +11.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $103,600 +10.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $94,000 |
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Neighborhood: Duckpond
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- Florida
- Alachua County
- Gainesville
- 32601
- Duckpond
- 718 NE 3RD STREET
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