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Overview

5 bd5 ba2,995 sqftSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOANone listed
Built1941
Lot9,696 sqft
Living area2,995 sqft
Price / sqft$167

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Built-in FeaturesCeiling Fans(s)Eat-in KitchenLiving Room/Dining Room ComboSolid Surface CountersSolid Wood CabinetsSplit BedroomThermostat

1203 NW 12th Ave is a 1941-built home in Spring Park Sub, Gainesville. Inside you'll find 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and 2,995 square feet of living space. Listed at $500,000 (about $167/sqft), 174 days on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable.

From the listing

Price Reduced and offered below recent appraised value! Seller is considering all reasonable offers. This exceptional income-producing property offers a rare opportunity for investors, developers, or buyers seeking a versatile multi-family property near the University of Florida and UF Health Shands Hospital. Officially designated as a triplex, the property is currently configured as four income-producing units and is zoned for both commercial and residential use, creating immediate rental income with outstanding long-term investment and redevelopment potential. Situated on a prominent corner parcel in one of Gainesville's most desirable rental corridors, this property enjoys convenient access to the University of Florida, UF Health Shands Hospital, downtown Gainesville, shopping, restaurants, parks, public transportation, and major employers. Its central location continues to attract students, medical professionals, faculty, traveling nurses, and long-term residents, contributing to consistent rental demand and year-over-year income growth. The flexible floor plan offers multiple income opportunities. Unit A features a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment with dual entrances to the kitchen and living room. Unit B offers an updated two-bedroom, two-bath apartment with modern finishes. Unit C is currently configured as two separate one-bedroom, one-bath apartments with private entrances but can easily be converted back into a spacious two-bedroom, two-bath residence with French doors leading to a private outdoor space. This flexibility allows the property to accommodate a variety of rental strategies. Significant capital improvements were completed in 2019, including a new roof, updated electrical systems, and new HVAC systems, helping reduce future maintenance costs. Additional features include three separate GRU electric meters, three storage sheds providing ample storage, extensive privacy fencing, new fencing in the rear and alongside Unit A. Whether the goal is expanding an investment portfolio, generating immediate rental income, providing student or medical housing, or exploring future redevelopment opportunities, this property offers exceptional versatility. The commercial and residential zoning provides flexibility that is increasingly difficult to find this close to the University of Florida and UF Health Shands Hospital. Properties offering multiple income streams, updated major systems, flexible unit configurations, and redevelopment potential in this location are rare. This Gainesville investment combines location, cash flow, and future upside, making it an outstanding opportunity for investors seeking a multi-family property in one of North Central Florida's strongest rental markets.

The essentials

Built
1941
Price / sqft
$167
On market
190 days
Annual tax
$3,976
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
9,696 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 1941
9,696 sqft lot
Lot size
2,995 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$3,189/mo
Down payment (20%)
$100,000
Property taxes
$331/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1941
Lot
9,696 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Electric
Parking
-
Days on Market
190
Built-in Features
Ceiling Fans(s)
Eat-in Kitchen
Living Room/Dining Room Combo
Solid Surface Counters
Solid Wood Cabinets
Split Bedroom
Thermostat
Window Treatments
Awning(s)
Lighting
Private Entrance
Private Mailbox
Private Yard
Storage
Disposal
Dryer
Electric Water Heater
Ice Maker
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Flood Zone X
Annual Tax (2025)
$3,976
Parcel #
09496-000-000

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision
Spring Park Sub
County
Alachua
MLS Area
32601 - Gainesville
Lot Size
9,696 sqft

Price history

Date
Event
Price
9/28/2026
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #GC539204
$500,000-7.2%
$167/sqft
-
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #GC539204
$539,000-20.6%
$180/sqft
4/3/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #GC539204
$679,000
$227/sqft

Neighborhood

1203 NW 12th Ave
Gainesville, FL, 32601 · 32601 - Gainesville

Market insights

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List price: $500,000
$500,000
99.5% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
40 of the last 74 home closings in 32601 landed at this number or higher (54%). The median one sat 49 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 190 after a $179,000 cut.

Sample: 74 closed home sales in 32601 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$3,189/mo
Principal & interest$2,608
Property taxes$331
Insurance$250
Down payment20% · $100,000
Interest rate6.80%
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Quick answers.

Price

$500,000

$167 per sq ft

Beds and baths

5 beds, 5 baths

Size

2,995 sq ft

Time on market

190 days

Year built

1941

Monthly payment

About $3,189/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $3,976 annual tax bill, insurance.

Flood zone

Zone X

That is outside the high-risk areas, so flood insurance is usually optional rather than required by a lender.

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Brokered byCORNERSTONE REALTY & MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLCListing agent: Mark KjesethListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# GC539204.

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