5117 NW 78th Pl

2,817 Sq. Ft.
$204 / Sq. Ft.
2,817
Sq. Ft.
$204
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Enjoy being surrounded in natural beauty in this tastefully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a bonus room over the garage, nestled on a wooded lot in the highly sought-after Blues Creek neighborhood. This spacious residence offers 2,817 square feet of thoughtfully renovated living space with a desirable split bedroom plan. Guest bedroom features a custom murphy bed with a matching chest for great flexibility of space. Overlooking exceptional indoor-outdoor living with a screened in porch adjoined...Enjoy being surrounded in natural beauty in this tastefully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a bonus room over the garage, nestled on a wooded lot in the highly sought-after Blues Creek neighborhood. This spacious residence offers 2,817 square feet of thoughtfully renovated living space with a desirable split bedroom plan. Guest bedroom features a custom murphy bed with a matching chest for great flexibility of space. Overlooking exceptional indoor-outdoor living with a screened in porch adjoined with a large back deck featuring serene views. Blues Creek is renowned for its network of parks, walking trails, and green spaces, as well as abundant wildlife and birdlife. Nature lovers will appreciate the close proximity to San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park and Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park. Move-in ready and truly one of a kind, this home offers the perfect blend of modern updates, natural surroundings, and prime Gainesville living.
  1. Listed by Barbara Miller • Brokerage DRE #2027880 • MILLER REAL ESTATE • barbara@millerrealestate.us

Property Details for 5117 Northwest 78th Place

Architectural Style
Contemporary
Subdivision Name
BLUES CREEK
Township
09
Garage Spaces
2
Waterfront
No
Furnished
Unfurnished
LISTING UPDATED: 02/20/2026 07:31 PM

Property Details for 5117 Northwest 78th Place

StatusActive
MLS #GC536863
Days on Market29
Taxes$5,740 / year
HOA Fees$480 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1994
Lot Size0.74 AC / 32,234 SF
CountyAlachua County

Location

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Building Information for 5117 Northwest 78th Place

Stories-Year Built1994Building Size-Lot Size0.74 AC / 32,234 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,321 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,802

Property Taxes

$478

HOA Dues

$40

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Property Information for 5117 Northwest 78th Place

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 3779.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: From X of NW 43rd St & NW 53rd Ave, go north on NW 43rd St. to Left on NW 73rd Ave (Blues Creek) to 2nd round-about to NW 51st Dr.(2nd entrance) to Left on 78th Place to 5117 on the right.
  • Elementary School: William S. Talbot Elem School-AL
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fort Clarke Middle School-AL
  • High School: Gainesville High School-AL
  • Mls Major Change Type: Price Decrease
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 5117
  • Street Direction Prefix: NW
  • Street Name: 78
  • Street Suffix: PLACE
  • State: FL
  • City: GAINESVILLE
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: Cornerstone Management
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: 3/C
  • Tax Book Number: R/23
  • Tax Legal Description: SEE DEED FOR COMPLETE LEGAL DESCRIPTION BLUES CREEK UNIT 3C PB R-23 LOT 47 OR 1962/1699 & OR 5041/0476
  • Tax Lot: 47
  • Tax Year: 2025
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Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Level, Oversized Lot
  • Parcel Number: 06006032047
  • Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: PD
  • Zoning Compatible: Yes
  • Living Area: 2817
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1994
  • Flood Zone Code: x
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Public Survey Range: 19
  • Public Survey Section: 10
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Fencing: Other
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: Two
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped, Wooded
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Disposal, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Engineered Hardwood
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 3.0
  • Water View: No
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 5117 Northwest 78th Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 12, 2026

Price Change

SASJMLS #260409

$575,000
Feb 11, 2026

Price Change

MFRMLS #GC536863

$575,000
Jan 24, 2026

Price Change

MFRMLS #GC536863

$589,000
Jan 23, 2026

Price Change

SASJMLS #260409

$589,000
Jan 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #GC536863

$575,000
Jan 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

SASJMLS #260409

$575,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/12/2026

Price Change

SASJMLS #260409

$575,000
02/11/2026

Price Change

MFRMLS #GC536863

$575,000
01/24/2026

Price Change

MFRMLS #GC536863

$589,000
01/23/2026

Price Change

SASJMLS #260409

$589,000
01/23/2026

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #GC536863

$575,000
01/23/2026

Listed (Active)

SASJMLS #260409

$575,000

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Public Records for 5117 Northwest 78th Place

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$5,521 ($460 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,817 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,817 SqFtStories2Lot Size32,234 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1994Year Renovated1999ZoningPDCountyALACHUAAPN06006-032-047Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5117 Northwest 78th Place

This home is within Alachua.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 11 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
William S. Talbot Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Fort Clarke Middle School
Public6 to 8

Gainesville High School
Public9 to 12

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5117 Northwest 78th Place is a single family home for sale in Gainesville, FL 32653. This property was listed for sale on January 23, 2026 by MILLER REAL ESTATE, it's currently listed at $575,000. This listing's school district is Alachua. Nearby schools include William S. Talbot Elementary School, Fort Clarke Middle School and Gainesville High School. 5117 Northwest 78th Place is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,817 sqft single family home built in 1994.

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