7585 SW 79TH DRIVE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32608
Active38 days on marketListed Sep 2, 2026MLS #GC542910
About this home
7585 SW 79TH DRIVE
Welcome to Longleaf Village, one of Southwest Gainesville’s most popular communities! Situated on one of the largest premium lots in Longleaf, this spacious home offers more than 3,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and a private study. The 5th bedroom is a versatile room that could easily serve as a 5th bedroom, bonus room, guest suite, or media room and offers the 4th bathroom in suite. The desirable three-way split floor plan provides exceptional privacy and flexibility for family and guests. At the heart of the home is a spacious kitchen featuring granite countertops, a center island, stainless steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry, with plenty of room for gathering and entertaining. The inviting living room makes an impressive statement with a tray ceiling, stone fireplace flanked by built-ins, and a bar accented with a beautiful stone surround. The generously sized primary suite is a relaxing retreat, complete with direct access to the back patio, two walk-in closets, and a spacious en-suite bath featuring a separate walk-in shower and soaking tub. With its expansive lot and generous interior spaces, this home offers plenty of room to spread out, entertain, work from home, or accommodate guests. Living in Longleaf means enjoying an exceptional array of neighborhood amenities, including a beach-entry swimming pool, fitness center, clubhouse, playground, kiddie fountain, and sidewalks throughout the community. Even better, front-yard maintenance is included, allowing you more time to enjoy everything this sought-after Southwest Gainesville community has to offer. Spacious, versatile, and ideally located on one of Longleaf’s premier lots, this is a home you won’t want to miss!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3,042
Sqft
0.2 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2010
Year built
Two
Levels
$181
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.
$4,524 /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
$4,524/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
−0.4%
$/sqft vs Gainesville actives
$181 vs $198
Days on market
38 vs 75 typical
Where $181/sqft sits among the 400 Gainesville actives
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 Longleaf Village
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Longleaf Village — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,001
Median age
36
Median income
$130,735
Median home value
$358,600
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
149
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 → $309K
Gainesville median sold, yr/yr
96.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
242 of 400
Gainesville actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Gainesville, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 144% above the GAINESVILLE 32608 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 7585 SW 79TH DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$480,000
8144 SW 73RD LANE · same community
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,323 sqft · $207/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$427,000
7572 SW 82ND WAY · same community
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,200 sqft · $194/sqft · 303 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$429,000
7638 SW 80TH DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,112 sqft · $203/sqft · 74 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
Angela Rodriguez
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 7585 SW 79TH DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 7585 SW 79TH DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
7585 SW 79TH DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 7585 SW 79TH DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,524/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $125/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 7585 SW 79TH DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $125 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 7585 SW 79TH DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $9,094. 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 7585 SW 79TH DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes. 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 $550,000, this home is listed about 93% above the Gainesville median of $285,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 7585 SW 79TH DRIVE?+
Kanapaha Middle School (middle), Kimball Wiles Elementary School (elementary), Gainesville High School (high) — Alachua County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of BHGRE THOMAS GROUP · Tiffany Thomas. MLS #GC542910.
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