$169,900

1221 NW 55th Ter Gainesville, FL 32605

$2,018
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
840 sqft
0.2 acres
$202 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1221 NW 55th Ter

Adorable and quaint 2-bed, 1-bath home in a fantastic NW Gainesville location! Perfect for first-time homebuyers or downsizers, the property features newer front steps, original oak flooring, three porches that overlook the private yard surrounded by mature trees, and charming touches that give the home loads of personality, warmth, and character. Indoors and to the left is the living room that opens to the dining area. Beautiful wooden French doors off both the living room and dining area lead to a large screened porch, and provide natural light and lovely views of the yard. The efficient galley-style kitchen has stainless steel appliances and direct access to the laundry room, which also has a door leading into the living room, making laundry day much more convenient. The updated bathroom has a tub/shower combo with a stylish sliding door. One bedroom has a closet, and wooden French doors that provide access to a screened porch. The other bedroom has built-in shelves, and a sliding glass door leading to an open porch. The neighborhood of West Park is located close to Newberry Road and I-75, making trips quick and easy to places like The Oaks Mall, Home Depot, Starbucks, Publix, North Florida Regional Medical Center, Cofrin Nature Park, and popular restaurants. It’s just 3 miles to the Albert "Ray" Massey Westside Recreation Center, which has a park, walking trails, baseball fields, and basketball, racquetball, and tennis courts. University of Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is within 4 miles. This is an ideal blend of price, location, convenience, and Old Florida charm, so don’t let this one get away. Schedule your showing soon!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Propane
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size840 sqft
Lot size0.23 Acres
Year built1970
ParkingDriveway
MLS #GC528408
ViewTrees/Woods

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Summary

  • MLS Number: GC528408
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: KELLER WILLIAMS GAINESVILLE REALTY PARTNERS
  • Office Phone: (352) 240-0600
  • Listing Agent: Whitney Johnson Perkins

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1221 NW 55th Ter

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 13, 2002
Home Sold
$50,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$56,575$656
2022$54,927$612
2021$53,327$612
2019$51,408$540
2018$50,450$520
2017$49,420$529

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Myra A. Terwilliger Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

301 NW 62nd St

4

Littlewood Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.7 mi

812 NW 34th St

7

Hidden Oak Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.4 mi

2100 Fort Clarke Blvd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $91,815. Residents of Gainesville, FL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

21%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
32%
100k-200k
12%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

31%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
45%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • MazdaMazda
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1221 NW 55th Ter

This home is located at 1221 NW 55th Ter in Gainesville, FL and zip code 32605 in the Northwest Gainesville neighborhood. This 840 square foot home, which was built in 1970, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $169,900.

In March 2025 more than 19 listings in Gainesville, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 38 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 122 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Gainesville, FL increased by 12.4% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 75 days, the median list price was $317,183.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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