Charming and well-maintained 2BR/2BA home situated on a desirable corner lot in the quiet 55+ community of Turkey Creek Forest. This move-in ready gem features a newer roof (2023), freshly painted exterior, and a fully fenced backyard—perfect for pets, gardening, or enjoying the outdoors in privacy. Inside, both bedrooms have generous walk-in closets, and the primary suite includes a spacious walk-in shower for added comfort. The eat-in kitchen provides a cozy space for casual meals, and the large screened-in porch—winterized with heavy vinyl makes for a comfortable, flexible space to relax year-round. HVAC was replaced in 2015, and a separate laundry room is conveniently located in the storage area at the end of the 2-car carport. Turkey Creek Forest offers a peaceful setting with the flexibility to enjoy as much or as little social activity as you'd like—from community events to simply enjoying the tranquil surroundings. Come experience the lifestyle that awaits you in this special home and neighborhood!
Sold for $176,000
$176,000
8529 NW 42ND DRIVE, GAINESVILLE, FL 32653
2beds
864sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
4,792 Square Feet Lot
$173,100 Zestimate®
$204/sqft
$1,533 Estimated rent
Home value
$173,100
$158,000 - $190,000
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Large screened-in porchSeparate laundry roomCorner lotNewer roofFreshly painted exteriorEat-in kitchenSpacious walk-in shower
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer Ford 352-538-9722,
PEPINE REALTY 352-226-8474
Bought with:
Genile Morris, 3278538
BOSSHARDT REALTY SERVICES LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC531008
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: Linen Closet
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
Dinette
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Outside, Washer Hookup
Features
- Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,332
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Private Mailbox, Storage
Lot
- Size: 4,792 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 05985410000
- Zoning: PD
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Gated Community - Guard, Golf Carts OK, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: TURKEY CREEK FOREST UNIT 3C
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Community Pool
- HOA fee: $41 monthly
- HOA name: Brigitte Schoenbaechler
- HOA phone: 352-372-8089
Location
- Region: Gainesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $204/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $146,814
- Annual tax amount: $412
- Date on market: 5/22/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 50 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2025 | Sold | $176,000+1.9%$204/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #GC531008 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Pending sale | $172,700$200/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC531008 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Price change | $172,700-6.5%$200/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC531008 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2025 | Price change | $184,750-2.6%$214/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC531008 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2025 | Pending sale | $189,750$220/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC531008 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $189,750+200.2%$220/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC531008 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/1998 | Sold | $63,200$73/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $425 +3.2% | $69,497 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $412 +1.2% | $67,538 +3% |
| 2023 | $407 -20.5% | $65,570 +3% |
| 2022 | $512 -0.5% | $63,660 +3% |
| 2021 | $515 +0.4% | $61,805 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $513 +0.9% | $60,952 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $509 | $59,581 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $509 +14.1% | $58,470 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $446 -0.8% | $57,270 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $450 +7.1% | $56,100 -1.6% |
| 2015 | $420 -4.8% | $57,000 -3.7% |
| 2014 | $441 -6.1% | $59,200 -1.5% |
| 2013 | $469 | $60,100 +2.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $58,800 -3.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $61,100 -16.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $73,300 -6% |
| 2009 | -- | $78,000 -1.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $79,100 +1.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $77,800 +12.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $69,400 +14% |
| 2005 | -- | $60,900 +6.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $57,100 +7.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $53,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $53,200 +1.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $52,300 +1.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $51,700 |
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Neighborhood: Turkey Creek Forest
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- Florida
- Alachua County
- Gainesville
- 32653
- Turkey Creek Forest
- 8529 NW 42ND DRIVE
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