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Overview

3 bd2 ba1,316 sqft2 car garageSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOANone listed
Built1973
Lot12,632 sqft
Living area1,316 sqft
Price / sqft$277
Garage2 car

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About this home

Ceiling Fans(s)L DiningLiving Room/Dining Room ComboPrimary Bedroom Main FloorPlaygroundPrivate YardSliding DoorsStorage

1822 SW 42nd Ave is a 1973-built home in Idylwild South Serenola, Gainesville. Inside you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,316 square feet of living space. Listed at $365,000 (about $277/sqft), 121 days on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable.

From the listing

Virtually Staged. This home is a Short Sale. Investor Alert!! Welcome to Idylwild Serenola South, one of Southwest Gainesville's hidden gems! Nestled in a quiet, established neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers space, flexibility, and endless potential. In addition to the comfortable living areas, you'll find a versatile bonus/storage room perfect for a playroom, home office, hobby space, or extra storage, along with an oversized garage. Dreaming of a home with space to create, build, and unwind? The oversized garage offers ample room for a workshop, hobbies, storage, or your next big project, while the long driveway provides plenty of parking for guests, boats, trailers, and recreational vehicles. Nestled within a peaceful, established neighborhood, this property offers the privacy and tranquility that make coming home the best part of your day. Designed with outdoor living in mind, the property features a covered and screened back porch, a large screened lanai, and a sparkling pool that's ready for family gatherings, weekend cookouts, and relaxing Florida afternoons. The spacious backyard provides plenty of room for pets, gardening, play, or entertaining. With no HOA, you'll enjoy added freedom and flexibility. Conveniently located near the University of Florida, UF Health, downtown Gainesville, Celebration Pointe, and the shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations that line Archer Road, this home combines a peaceful setting with easy access to everything Gainesville has to offer. Quick access to I-75 makes commuting throughout North Central Florida a breeze. Bring your vision and personal touches to make this solid, well-loved home your own. Don't miss this opportunity to create something special in one of Gainesville's most desirable locations.

The essentials

Built
1973
Price / sqft
$277
On market
121 days
Annual tax
$3,253
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
12,632 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 1973
Private pool
Child Safety Fence
2 car garage
Driveway
0.29 acres
Lot size
1,316 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$2,358/mo
Down payment (20%)
$73,000
Property taxes
$271/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1973
Lot
12,632 sqft
Cooling
Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating
Electric
Parking
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Tandem
Pool
Child Safety Fence, Deck, Fiberglass, In Ground
Days on Market
121
Ceiling Fans(s)
L Dining
Living Room/Dining Room Combo
Primary Bedroom Main Floor
Playground
Private Yard
Sliding Doors
Storage
Dishwasher
Electric Water Heater
Range
Refrigerator
Elementary
Idylwild Elementary School-AL
Middle
Abraham Lincoln Middle School-AL
High
Eastside High School-AL

Districts can re-zone, so verify directly with the district before relying on these.

Homestead exemption on file Flood Zone X
Annual Tax (2025)
$3,253
Parcel #
07214-029-000

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
Idylwild South Serenola
County
Alachua
MLS Area
32608 - Gainesville
Lot Size
12,632 sqft

Price history

Date
Event
Price
6/15/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #GC541287
$365,000
$277/sqft

Neighborhood

1822 SW 42nd Ave
Gainesville, FL, 32608 · 32608 - Gainesville

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List price: $365,000
$362,500 – $365,000
99.5% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
125 of the last 241 home closings in 32608 landed at this number or higher (52%). The median one sat 28 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 121.

Sample: 241 closed home sales in 32608 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$2,357/mo
Principal & interest$1,904
Property taxes$271
Insurance$183
Down payment20% · $73,000
Interest rate6.80%
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Quick answers.

Price

$365,000

$277 per sq ft

Beds and baths

3 beds, 2 baths

Size

1,316 sq ft

Time on market

121 days

Year built

1973

Monthly payment

About $2,358/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $3,253 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 byBHHS FLORIDA REALTYListing agent: Kristine Anderson SantosListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# GC541287.

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