Well-loved Craftsman in the historic Duckpond neighborhood is on the market for the first time in 37 years! Located on a spacious corner lot with mature trees and plantings, this home features a wrap-around porch on the south, a wooden deck on the north and a patio area off the detached garage. Bring your restoration visions to life in this charming home with lots of potential room for expansion. On the ground floor, there are two covered porches under roof that could add heated square footage downstairs. Ideal for a primary bedroom and bath expansion. The second story features two bedrooms and a large bathroom with a cast iron tub. There is a stairwell leading to the fully-floored, third-story attic providing another opportunity for livable square footage. Historic heart pine wood floors and large windows throughout. The kitchen features solid wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances. The detached garage and covered patio were added in 2003. The home also features a 2015 roof, 2022 Trane HVAC and 2024 water heater. Thoughtful upgrades over the years include electrical and plumbing updates, and a fully-enclosed crawlspace. This one won't last long. Come take a look!
Sold for $420,400
$420,400
842 NE 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
3beds
1,554sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
0.37 Acres Lot
$411,200 Zestimate®
$271/sqft
$2,149 Estimated rent
Home value
$411,200
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Wrap-around porchWooden deckLarge windowsMature treesCorner lotPatio areaSolid wood cabinets
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Listed by:
Michelle Hazen 352-219-2033,
SAGE REAL ESTATE 352-219-2033
Bought with:
Michelle Hazen, 3260645
SAGE REAL ESTATE
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC533834
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,028
- Total interior livable area: 1,554 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Historic District, City Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 12569000000
- Zoning: RSF2
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Historical
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: ORIGINAL GAINESVILLE
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Gainesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $271/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $332,406
- Annual tax amount: $1,351
- Date on market: 9/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | Sold | $420,400-6.2%$271/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #GC533834 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2025 | Pending sale | $448,000$288/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC533834 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $448,000+672.4%$288/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC533834 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/1988 | Sold | $58,000$37/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,458 +4.7% | $99,926 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $1,393 +2.4% | $97,110 +3% |
| 2023 | $1,360 -0.7% | $94,281 +1.4% |
| 2022 | $1,370 +2.1% | $92,978 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,342 +2.1% | $90,270 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,315 +1.4% | $89,024 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,297 | $87,023 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $1,297 +11% | $85,400 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $1,169 +0.8% | $83,650 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $1,160 +4.9% | $81,930 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $1,106 -1.1% | $81,360 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,118 +0.5% | $80,720 -51.5% |
| 2013 | $1,113 | $166,600 -1.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $169,000 +122.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $75,940 -59.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $185,800 +0.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $185,600 +14.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $162,400 +2.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $158,500 +23.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $127,900 +41.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $90,400 +8.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $83,600 +27.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $65,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $65,600 +2.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $64,000 +3.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $61,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Duckpond
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10W. A. Metcalfe Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Gainesville High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 1.9 mi
- 3/10Westwood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School-AL
- Middle: Westwood Middle School-AL
- High: Gainesville High School-AL
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Alachua County
- Gainesville
- 32601
- Duckpond
- 842 NE 5th Ave
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