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#GC527744, Kim Chalmers, Listing Office: BHGRE THOMAS GROUP
$685,000 List price
516 NE 2nd St Gainesville, FL 32601
$8,134
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full
2,540 sqft
0.1 acres
$270 / sqft
House
Property details
About 516 NE 2nd St
Classic Craftsman has lots of space in the main home, a detached garage apartment, a new metal roof in 2020 and an updated HVAC in 2022! So many wonderful spaces in this well-maintained home including a welcoming porch that overlooks Roper Park. The first floor features a spacious entry foyer with an ornate stairwell and a decorative window. It connects seamlessly to the living room with a gas fireplace and a formal dining room with a wood burning fireplace. The kitchen includes white Shaker cabinets and a new stainless refrigerator. Just off of the dining room is a bedroom and full bath. Upstairs there are three bedrooms and an additional bonus room that would make a great home office. The spacious bathroom includes a stand-up shower and a clawfoot tub. The back stairwell connects to the upper bedroom and laundry room that includes a laundry sink. The one-bedroom, one-bath garage apartment is located above the detached garage and has a private entrance and stairwell. So much space and so many possibilities! The original heart-pine wood floors, large windows and tall ceilings are in beautiful condition. Located on a large lot, there is plenty of room for gardening and a pool. Plumbing updated to PVC in 2000, sewer lines are PVC and electrical in 2003 includes 200 amp panel. Walking distance to downtown Gainesville and a short bike ride to the University of Florida!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,540 sqft
Lot size0.14 Acres
Year built1918
ParkingDriveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
MLS #GC530379
Garage1 space
FireplaceGas, Living Room, Wood Burning
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), Other
- Fireplace: Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Exterior: Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Storage
- Architectural Style: Other
- Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $685,000
- Price/SqFt: $269
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,673
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Sidewalk
- Directions: From x...Main Street and University Avenue head north on Main and then turn right onto NE 6th Avenue. Then turn right onto NE 2nd Street. Home will be on the right just before NE 5th Avenue.
- Year Built: 1918
- Living Area: 2,540 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
- MLS Number: GC530379
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: SAGE REAL ESTATE
- Office Phone: (352) 219-2033
- Listing Agent: Michelle Hazen
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2016 | Home Sold | $375,000 |
| May 02, 2000 | Home Sold | $112,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $284,229 | $5,673 |
| 2022 | $275,950 | $5,366 |
| 2021 | $267,913 | $5,366 |
| 2019 | $271,329 | $5,535 |
| 2018 | $278,800 | $5,431 |
| 2017 | $323,100 | $6,567 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Joseph Williams Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
1.1 mi
•1245 SE 7th Ave
2
W.A. Metcalfe Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•1250 NE 18th Ave
7
Boulware Springs Charter
Public Charter KG-5
1.5 mi
•1303 NE 23rd Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $37,459. Typical income of Gainesville, FL residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
47%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
81%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
3%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
6%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
50%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Soccer
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Forever 21
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Dominos Pizza
Sonic
What do the neighbors drive?
Pontiac
Mazda
Infiniti
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 516 NE 2nd St
The listing price of 516 NE 2nd St property is $685,000.
The property 516 NE 2nd St is a house located in Gainesville, Florida, 32601.
Active Listing: 516 NE 2nd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 516 NE 2nd St are: Joseph Williams Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), W.A. Metcalfe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Boulware Springs Charter (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Resilience Charter School Inc (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Howard W. Bishop Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Abraham Lincoln Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), A. Quinn Jones/Exceptional Student Center (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), North Central Florida Public Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $5,673 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 21, 2016 for $375,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 516 NE 2nd St has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 516 NE 2nd St is 2,540 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 516 NE 2nd St is 1918.
This home is located at 516 NE 2nd St in Gainesville, FL and zip code 32601 in the Downtown neighborhood. This 2,540 square foot home, which was built in 1918, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $685,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Gainesville, FL there were more than 27 sold above asking price, over 148 sold below and more than 37 were sold right at the asked price. In April 2025 in Gainesville, FL there were 2.1% more homes for sale than in March. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $316,173, while the average time on the real estate market was 62 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.