Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,446 sqft$218/sqft
8418 SW 78th Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Single FamilyProperty Type
9,583 sq ftLot Size
2007Year Built
$218/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$119/moHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Well maintained home in wonderful longleaf with amazing amenities! Inviting front porch perfect for rockers, entire home has custom blinds/plantation shutters, no carpet all laminate, new modern lighting, 2007 30 year architectural roof. The perfect juniper floor plan with dining area with pass through for food, open kitchen has maple 42 inch cabinets has upgraded crown molding and pots/pans drawers for easy access and organization. Kitchen has bar top for barstools and pendant lighting. Custom archways,...Well maintained home in wonderful longleaf with amazing amenities! Inviting front porch perfect for rockers, entire home has custom blinds/plantation shutters, no carpet all laminate, new modern lighting, 2007 30 year architectural roof. The perfect juniper floor plan with dining area with pass through for food, open kitchen has maple 42 inch cabinets has upgraded crown molding and pots/pans drawers for easy access and organization. Kitchen has bar top for barstools and pendant lighting. Custom archways, entire home offers crown molding, spacious family room with decorative fireplace( previously gas) has surround tile and a place for any size tv! Just off the family room is double doors with plantation shutters leading out to screened in patio overlooking the large privacy fenced backyard. Owners suite is huge with tray ceiling and has 2 closets. Owners bath has double vanity, jetted tub and shower with glass door. All secondary bedrooms are upfront with tray ceiling and crystal chandelier with modern gray walls. Second bath has shower/tub combo that is tiled. Inside laundry room with cabinet storage. 2 car garage in back of home has attic pull down and side entry door. All this landscaped well and has irrigation system. Community features pool with spray/splash water pad, tennis courts, basketball court, playground, fitness center and lighted sidewalk community!
  • Listed by: Richard Gailey 678.923.0007 rich@gaileyenterprises.com Brokerage DRE #1054495 • GAILEY ENTERPRISES REAL ESTATE
  • Listed by: Rhonda Gailey 770.733.2596 rhonda@gaileyenterprises.com Brokerage DRE #1054495 • GAILEY ENTERPRISES REAL ESTATE
Listing closed: 08/13/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MFRMLS, MLS#: O5961181

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$335,000

Avg days on market

55

Sale-to-list ratio

95.5%

Gainesville, FL

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Location

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Property Information for 8418 Southwest 78th Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,186 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: LONGLEAF UNIT 2 PH 4
  • Township: 10
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Lot Size: 0.22 AC / 9,583 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Fitness Center, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Directions: ARCHER ROAD TO LEFT INTO LONGLEAF FOLLOW TO RIGHT ONTO SW 78TH RD HOME ON RIGHT
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 8418
  • Street Direction Prefix: SW
  • Street Name: 78TH
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • State: FL
  • City: GAINESVILLE
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: VESTA
  • Association Phone: 352-335-7848
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Book Number: 26-50
  • Tax Legal Description: LONGLEAF UNIT II PH IV PB 26 PG 50 LOT 176 OR 3648/0424
  • Tax Lot: 176
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 07098204176
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: PD
  • Living Area: 1446
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 2007
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 06-16-2006
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12001C0435D
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 19
  • Public Survey Section: 32
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Irrigation System, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: Community
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 4.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 8418 Southwest 78th Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 13, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1470213220

$315,000

+2.0% / yr

Aug 13, 2021

Sold

MFRMLS #O5961181

$315,000
Jul 29, 2021

Pending

MFRMLS #O5961181

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/13/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1470213220

$315,000

+2.0% / yr

08/13/2021

Sold

MFRMLS #O5961181

$315,000
07/29/2021

Pending

MFRMLS #O5961181

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 8418 Southwest 78th Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$4,804 ($400 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,446 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,446 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,583 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2007ZoningPDCountyALACHUAAPN07098-204-176

Schools near 8418 Southwest 78th Road

This home is within Alachua.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 8 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Kimball Wiles Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Kanapaha Middle School
Public6 to 8

Gainesville High School
Public8 to 12

AMIkids
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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