$710,000

516 NE 2nd St Gainesville, FL 32601

$8,431
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full
2,540 sqft
0.1 acres
$280 / 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

  • MLS Number: GC530379
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: SAGE REAL ESTATE
  • Office Phone: (352) 219-2033
  • Listing Agent: Michelle Hazen

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$710,000

516 NE 2nd St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 21, 2016
Home Sold
$375,000
May 02, 2000
Home Sold
$112,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $37,459. The majority of Gainesville, FL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is 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/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • PontiacPontiac
  • MazdaMazda
  • InfinitiInfiniti

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 516 NE 2nd St

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 $710,000.

Gainesville, FL housing market in March 2025 saw over 19 listings sold above listed price, more than 38 sold at listed price and over 122 sold below. Between February and March 2025, Gainesville, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 12.4%. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 75 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $317,183.

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

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