5268 SW 97TH WAY, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32608
Active212 days on marketListed Jan 8, 2026MLS #GC536416
About this home
5268 SW 97TH WAY
Virtually Staged. Your next home could be the serene setting of Plantation Villas in Haile Plantation. This wonderful townhome has been well loved and resides just a short distance from the Haile Village Center. This unit has a beautifully updated kitchen with granite counters and upgraded wood cabinetry complimented by stainless steel appliances. Downstairs you will find one bedroom with a large closet and access to the downstairs full bathroom. The downstairs bathroom was updated in recent years with new floor and shower tile and updated vanity. The tile floors in the foyer was upgraded with the same beautiful porcelain tile. The home has formal dining area adjacent to the kitchen. The dinning room has a large closet with mirrored doors that make the space feel even bigger. The spacious living room has a high vaulted ceiling with ceiling fan and access to the breakfast bar as well. The sliding glass doors lead to your back patio which could be perfect for relaxing in the morning with a cup of coffee. Upstairs you will find a large primary bedroom with one walk-in closet and additional standard closet. The ensuite bathroom is spacious and has a walk-in shower. Downstairs you will find the laundry closet conveniently in a closet under the staircase. The HVAC system was updated in 2023. Water heater is a 2021. Roof done in 4/2023. Come take a tour of this fantastic unit and see what potential it holds for you.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,203
Sqft
0.03 ac
Lot size
1995
Year built
Two
Levels
$166
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$1,904 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,904/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−1.1%
$/sqft vs HAILE PLANTATION
$166 vs $216
Days on market
212 vs 45 typical
Where $166/sqft sits among the 11 homes for sale in HAILE PLANTATION
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Haile Plantation
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Haile Plantation — neighborhood snapshot
Population
5,843
Median age
48
Median income
$118,974
Median home value
$437,518
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
658
For the school run
Alachua County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Gainesville market
$294K → $333K
Gainesville median sold, yr/yr
96.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
4 of 11
HAILE PLANTATION have cut their price
Median sold price, Gainesville, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 11% below the GAINESVILLE 32608 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5268 SW 97TH WAY
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$215,000
9780 SW 52ND ROAD · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,203 sqft · $179/sqft · 14 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$187,000
5248 SW 97TH WAY · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,203 sqft · $155/sqft · 61 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$185,000
5238 SW 97TH DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,196 sqft · $155/sqft · 10 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Anthony Richardson
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5268 SW 97TH WAY — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5268 SW 97TH WAY — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
5268 SW 97TH WAY FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5268 SW 97TH WAY?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,904/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $155/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 5268 SW 97TH WAY?+
The association fee works out to $155 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5268 SW 97TH WAY?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,890. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 5268 SW 97TH WAY?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Gainesville?+
At $199,900, this home is listed about 33% below the Gainesville median of $297,500. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5268 SW 97TH WAY?+
Kanapaha Middle School (middle), Kimball Wiles Elementary School (elementary), F. W. Buchholz High School (high) — Alachua County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Under the GAINESVILLE 32608 market on paper
$199,900 is 11% below the GAINESVILLE 32608 median of $225,000, and at $166/sqft it sits under the Gainesville average of $209.
02Time on market is leverage
212 days on market against a Gainesville median of 45 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Kanapaha Middle School, Kimball Wiles Elementary School, F. W. Buchholz High School — F. W. Buchholz High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $229,900, now $199,900 — a $30K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of DAWN REALTY · Josh Benson. MLS #GC536416.
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