1944 SW 48th Avenue, Gainesville FL 32608, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32608
Active57 days on marketListed Jun 15, 2026MLS #A12036843
About this home
1944 SW 48th Avenue, Gainesville FL 32608
Move-in ready and beautifully updated, this solid concrete block 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an exceptional combination of location, value, and peace of mind. Conveniently located just minutes from the University of Florida, this property sits on a generously sized lot with no HOA, providing flexibility and room to enjoy outdoor living, gardening, or pets. Major updates have already been completed, including a new roof, new energy-efficient windows, new HVAC system, updated plumbing throughout the home, fresh interior and exterior paint, durable luxury vinyl flooring, and new gutters with leaf guards. The private, fenced backyard opens out from a newly screened lanai. The result is a home that blends classic construction with modern comfort and reduced maintenance for years to come. Inside, you'll find a bright and inviting layout with comfortable living spaces, spacious bedrooms, and practical functionality for owner-occupants, students, faculty, healthcare professionals, or investors seeking a property near Gainesville's major employment and educational centers. The large lot provides ample space for outdoor entertaining, recreation, or expansion possibilities, while the absence of HOA restrictions offers added freedom and flexibility. In addition, the property's location qualifies for USDA financing eligibility, offering potential buyers access to attractive financing options, subject to lender approval and borrower qualification.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,904
Sqft
2
Garage
2000
Year built
$186
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.
$2,647 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,647/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
$186 vs $200
Days on market
57 vs 44 typical
Where $186/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 → $305K
Gainesville median sold, yr/yr
96.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
187 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 58% above the GAINESVILLE 32608 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1944 SW 48th Avenue
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’25$393,000
7010 SW 29TH WAY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,873 sqft · $210/sqft · 5 DOM
Sold · May ’26$300,000
1727 SW 42ND AVENUE
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,829 sqft · $164/sqft · 46 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$365,000
4981 SW 17TH TERRACE
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,069 sqft · $176/sqft · 204 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
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1944 SW 48th Avenue — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1944 SW 48th Avenue — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1944 SW 48th Avenue FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1944 SW 48th Avenue, Gainesville FL 32608?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,647/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 1944 SW 48th Avenue, Gainesville FL 32608?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,887. 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 $355,000, this home is listed about 20% above the Gainesville median of $295,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1944 SW 48th Avenue, Gainesville FL 32608?+
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.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$355,000 runs 58% above the GAINESVILLE 32608 median — but at 1,904 sqft it's also 33% larger than the typical Gainesville listing.
02Garden views
The garden view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $368,000, now $355,000 — a $13K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of Open Spaces International, Inc · Trisha Roy. MLS #A12036843.
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