1421 NE 18TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32609
Active28 days on marketListed Sep 12, 2026MLS #GC543472
About this home
1421 NE 18TH AVENUE
Virtually Staged. This charming, well-maintained home in NE Gainesville is Move-in ready! Nearly everything has been updated or replaced, so there is truly nothing to do but move in and enjoy. All windows, exterior and sliding doors, AC and ductwork, water heater, dishwasher, and appliances have been replaced within the last 5 years. Beautiful, simulated wood LVP flooring and finished butcher-block countertops complete the bright, inviting interior. An additional flex room makes the perfect playroom, office, or hobby space. The attached storage area has a seperate entrance and provides plenty of storage and laundry space. The yard features Florida-native focused landscaping, raised garden beds, and an edible garden with peach, elderberry, fig, and banana trees. Located in a quiet neighborhood just 15 minutes from UF and Shands, with convenient access that helps avoid Gainesville traffic. Walk to adjacent Metcalfe Elementary & Howard Bishop Middle Schools! This property is a wonderful home that has been thoughtfully cared for and is ready for its next family!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,295
Sqft
0.25 ac
Lot size
1959
Year built
One
Levels
$200
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.
$2,049 /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
$2,049/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
+12.8%
$/sqft vs Gainesville actives
$200 vs $198
Days on market
28 vs 75 typical
Where $200/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 32609 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
19,694
Median age
35.9
Median income
$48,121
Median home value
$174,500
Avg household
2.31
Households w/ children
1,692
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)
241 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 15% above the GAINESVILLE 32609 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1421 NE 18TH AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’26$90,000
1226 NE 17TH AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,293 sqft · $70/sqft · 6 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$215,000
529 NE 12TH COURT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,296 sqft · $166/sqft · 227 DOM
Sold · Oct ’26$232,000
205 NE 9TH STREET
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,301 sqft · $178/sqft · 14 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
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1421 NE 18TH AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1421 NE 18TH AVENUE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
1421 NE 18TH AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1421 NE 18TH AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,049/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 1421 NE 18TH AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,992. 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 $259,000, this home is listed about 9% below the Gainesville median of $285,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1421 NE 18TH AVENUE?+
Gainesville High School (high), Stephen Foster Elementary School (elementary), Westwood Middle School (middle) — Alachua County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of PAIS REALTY · David Pais. MLS #GC543472.
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