8614 SW 1ST AVENUE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32607
Active34 days on marketListed Sep 8, 2026MLS #GC543181
About this home
8614 SW 1ST AVENUE
Discover the charm and character of this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath Gainesville home, nestled on a generous .55-acre lot in a peaceful Southwest Gainesville setting. Offering 1,696 square feet of living space, this home combines comfortable everyday living with distinctive details, recent major updates, and an inviting outdoor setting. Inside, the spacious layout features both a formal dining room and formal family room, offering versatile spaces for entertaining and relaxing. The kitchen brings warmth and character with stone countertops, a gas stove, and ornate metal ceiling tiles that add a distinctive Mediterranean-inspired touch. One of the home's most enjoyable features is the large screened-in back porch, creating a comfortable space to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy the surrounding greenery. Beyond the porch, the expansive backyard features established butterfly gardens, a storage shed, and a chain-link fenced area that provides a secure space for canine companions. Recent major improvements provide peace of mind, including a new HVAC system installed in November 2024, new gas water heater installed in December 2024, and a new roof installed in 2022. With its generous half-acre-plus lot, mature gardens, spacious screened porch, thoughtful updates, and unique architectural character, this property offers the space and flexibility to enjoy the best of Gainesville living.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,696
Sqft
0.55 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1975
Year built
One
Levels
$224
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 — not generic estimates.
$2,741 /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:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,741/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
+18.8%
$/sqft vs Gainesville actives
$224 vs $198
Days on market
34 vs 75 typical
Where $224/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 Gainesville
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GAINESVILLE 32607 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
31,938
Median age
26.9
Median income
$46,517
Median home value
$297,800
Avg household
2.2
Households w/ children
2,649
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)
244 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 121% above the GAINESVILLE 32607 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8614 SW 1ST AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Nov ’25$420,000
8402 SW 1ST AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,902 sqft · $221/sqft · 10 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$405,000
1415 SW 68TH TERRACE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,695 sqft · $239/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$375,000
1759 SW 67TH CIRCLE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,700 sqft · $221/sqft · 81 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
Nicholas Giaccone
Director of Agent Success · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8614 SW 1ST AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8614 SW 1ST AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
8614 SW 1ST AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8614 SW 1ST AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,741/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 8614 SW 1ST AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,113. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Gainesville?+
At $379,900, this home is listed about 33% above the Gainesville median of $285,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8614 SW 1ST AVENUE?+
F. W. Buchholz High School (high), Kanapaha Middle School (middle), Myra Terwilliger Elementary School (elementary) — Alachua County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$379,900 runs 121% above the GAINESVILLE 32607 median — but at 1,696 sqft it's also 19% larger than the typical Gainesville listing.
02Strong assigned schools
F. W. Buchholz High School, Kanapaha Middle School, Myra Terwilliger Elementary School — F. W. Buchholz High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $387,900, now $379,900 — a $8K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS GAINESVILLE REALTY PARTNERS · Zoma De Las Estrellas. MLS #GC543181.
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