Located in the heart of Gainesville, tucked away on a beautiful private setting this acre homesite has mature landscape surrounded by a tall shade canopy. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac this Mid Century Modern Home has been thoughtfully renovated and tastefully designed using quality materials throughout. The spacious rooms flow perfectly from room to room with gorgeous French oak wood floors creating a warm inviting atmosphere of casual elegance. Floor to ceiling windows bring in abundant filtered light and peaceful views from every room. The kitchen features stone countertops, breakfast seating and a separate juice bar/coffee station or the perfect spot for happy hour. There is a Huge multi purpose flex space off kitchen currently used as fitness center and a second home office that has a private entrance but uses are endless including the possibility of an in law suite that currently has a kitchenette and large closet. There is liberal storage at every turn of the home. The roof is called a ZIG ZAG roof (replaced in June of 2024) and was architecturally designed in the 60's that creates gabled windows and vaulted ceilings on the interior which offers unique architectural detail in many of the rooms. The great room with gas fireplace has large glass doors that open onto paved decks surrounding inground pool with plenty of space for gathering with friends and family to entertain and enjoy an afternoon meal. It also has a large retractable awing for additional shade in the warmer months. Part of the backyard is fenced in to protect the furry friends and little ones. There is a separate storage that has electric and could be a workshop, studio or cabana and has a recent metal roof. University Acres is a well established community convenient to Shopping, Restaurants, Hospitals, Downtown, Santa Fe and University of Florida. If you are looking for Quality of life in a home that is move in ready this is the home for you!
For sale
Price cut: $30.9K (4/24)
$698,900
1520 NW 68th Ter, Gainesville, FL 32605
4beds
3,457sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
1.01 Acres Lot
$671,400 Zestimate®
$202/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Floor to ceiling windowsPeaceful viewsAbundant filtered lightTall shade canopyLiberal storageQuiet cul-de-sacFitness center
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- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 24, 2025 at 12:39pm
Listing Provided by:
Donna Bostwick 352-514-5762,
WATSON REALTY CORP 352-377-8899
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC529275
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua


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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Living Room, Great Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Great room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Kitchen Island, Built-in Features, Granite Counters
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Filtration System
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Shades, Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,501
- Total interior livable area: 3,457 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.01 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 06342026000
- Zoning: RE-1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Street Lights, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: UNIVERSITY ACRES
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: Gainesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $202/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $451,550
- Annual tax amount: $3,904
- Date on market: 3/24/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
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