Sold for $779,500 on 09/04/24
$779,500
3839 SW 78th St, Gainesville, FL 32608
4beds
3,281sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
1.06 Acres Lot
$764,900 Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$5,791 Estimated rent
Home value
$764,900
$688,000 - $849,000
$5,791/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Welcome to this spectacular 4 bed / 3 1/2 bath 3,281 sq.ft. contemporary Frank Lloyd Wright Style home built by Frank Sappienza in 2002 in the highly sought after subdivision of Kenwood. This executive property sits on 1.06 acres of mature trees and is landscaped beautifully. The lanai is completely private, has travertine pavers, an outdoor shower, a square pool with hot tub and elegant water features. There is also a covered walk/ area leading to the detached oversized 2 car garage that would be perfect for your summer kitchen. As you enter from the front, a sweeping walkway leads through your tranquil, shady front yard to your 8' double glass doors and into the foyer. To the left is a multi purpose room ready for whatever you need it to be ie. large study, formal dining room, media room with pass through to the kitchen for snacks or another living space. To the right is a full bath with walk-in shower and a large bedroom perfect for guests, mother-in-law or teenagers. The great room has soaring ceilings complete with transom windows for tons of natural light, a brick wood burning fireplace with stainless steel shelves and comfy bench seating. French doors with sidelight windows head out to the pool and lanai. The kitchen is gourmet with stainless steel appliances, light wood cabinetry, black granite counters and plenty of counter space, plus an island with stainless steel countertop and prep sink. There are breakfast bars of different heights and a large eat in space overlooking the pool. The laundry and half baths are off the kitchen with a door leading to the garage and lanai. The primary bedroom sits toward the back of the home and has a sitting area overlooking the lanai, 2 large closets and the ensuite has double sinks, a huge walk-in shower and oversized jetted tub. There are 2 other bedrooms, one with a built-in desk and both with large closets and a full bath in between. The 2 A/C units have variable speeds and smart thermostats for cooling capacity and efficiency. For garage enthusiasts, this space is generously sized, has multiple windows, an enclosed closet for tools, high ceilings, attic insulation, heat and UV reducing window film, high-lift, insulated garage door, 220V outlet, overhead lighting, and pulldown power cord and a portable A/C unit. The roof was recently replaced in 2023 and all other systems have been meticulously maintained.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 27, 2024 at 02:47pm
Listing Provided by:
Ken Cornell 352-281-4000,
BOSSHARDT REALTY SERVICES LLC 352-371-6100,
Angela Cornell 352-281-3222,
BOSSHARDT REALTY SERVICES LLC
Bought with:
Amy Dumas, 3555051
BHGRE THOMAS GROUP
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC522191
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric, Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,328
- Total interior livable area: 3,281 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.06 Acres
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 06849002025
- Zoning: RE-1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Gainesville
- Subdivision: KENWOOD
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2024 | Sold | $779,500-2.4%$238/sqft |
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| 8/23/2024 | Pending sale | $799,000$244/sqft |
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| 7/11/2024 | Price change | $799,000-3.2%$244/sqft |
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| 6/18/2024 | Price change | $825,000-2.8%$251/sqft |
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| 5/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $849,000+76.9%$259/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,198 +1.9% | $462,456 +3% |
| 2023 | $9,025 +3.1% | $448,987 +3% |
| 2022 | $8,755 -1.3% | $435,910 +3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 32608
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Kimball Wiles Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Kanapaha Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10F. W. Buchholz High SchoolGrades: 5,9-12Distance: 4.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kimball Wiles Elementary School-AL
- Middle: Kanapaha Middle School-AL
- High: F. W. Buchholz High School-AL
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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