1822 SW 42ND AVENUE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32608
Active51 days on marketListed Jun 17, 2026MLS #GC541287
About this home
1822 SW 42ND AVENUE
Virtually Staged. This home is a Short Sale. Investor Alert!! Welcome to Idylwild Serenola South, one of Southwest Gainesville's hidden gems! Nestled in a quiet, established neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers space, flexibility, and endless potential. In addition to the comfortable living areas, you'll find a versatile bonus/storage room perfect for a playroom, home office, hobby space, or extra storage, along with an oversized garage. Dreaming of a home with space to create, build, and unwind? The oversized garage offers ample room for a workshop, hobbies, storage, or your next big project, while the long driveway provides plenty of parking for guests, boats, trailers, and recreational vehicles. Nestled within a peaceful, established neighborhood, this property offers the privacy and tranquility that make coming home the best part of your day. Designed with outdoor living in mind, the property features a covered and screened back porch, a large screened lanai, and a sparkling pool that's ready for family gatherings, weekend cookouts, and relaxing Florida afternoons. The spacious backyard provides plenty of room for pets, gardening, play, or entertaining. With no HOA, you'll enjoy added freedom and flexibility. Conveniently located near the University of Florida, UF Health, downtown Gainesville, Celebration Pointe, and the shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations that line Archer Road, this home combines a peaceful setting with easy access to everything Gainesville has to offer. Quick access to I-75 makes commuting throughout North Central Florida a breeze. Bring your vision and personal touches to make this solid, well-loved home your own. Don't miss this opportunity to create something special in one of Gainesville's most desirable locations.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,316
Sqft
0.29 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1973
Year built
One
Levels
$277
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.
$2,741 /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:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,741/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.
$/sqft vs Gainesville actives
$277 vs $201
Days on market
51 vs 44 typical
Where $277/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 32608 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
53,966
Median age
30.2
Median income
$60,182
Median home value
$340,200
Avg household
2.3
Households w/ children
4,332
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 → $340K
Gainesville median sold, yr/yr
96.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
181 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 63% above the GAINESVILLE 32608 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1822 SW 42ND AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$359,500
1925 SW 42ND AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,530 sqft · $235/sqft · 38 DOM
Sold · May ’26$300,000
1727 SW 42ND AVENUE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,829 sqft · $164/sqft · 46 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$250,000
2916 SW 40TH PLACE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,354 sqft · $185/sqft · 12 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
Steeve Cadeau
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1822 SW 42ND AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1822 SW 42ND AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1822 SW 42ND AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1822 SW 42ND AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,741/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 1822 SW 42ND AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,253. 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 $365,000, this home is listed about 24% above the Gainesville median of $295,250. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1822 SW 42ND AVENUE?+
Idylwild Elementary School (elementary), Kanapaha Middle School (middle), Eastside High School (high) — Alachua County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of BHHS FLORIDA REALTY · Kristine Anderson Santos. MLS #GC541287.
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