3960 NW 30TH PLACE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32606
Active163 days on marketListed Feb 16, 2026MLS #GC537613
About this home
3960 NW 30TH PLACE
Bring your Architect and dreams to this beautiful 2 acre lot in NW Gainesville's Pelham Place neighborhood. A rare find, a little known hidden gen, Pelham Place provides peace, quiet and security all while being surrounded by homes of distinction and quality. Located next door to Thornebook Village Shopping Center and blocks from Fresh Market, Uppercrust, Dorn's and NW Seafood. Pelham Place is a deed restricted, gated community with a winding tree-lined cul-de-sac street with only 6 lots. This is the last vacant lot. City water and sewer available. Zoned for top rated schools: Littlewood Elementary, Westwood Middle and Buchholz High Schools. Open builder lot. Topographical survey available. HOA $1,000 annually. Just 2 miles to the University of Florida and UF/Health. 15 minutes to downtown Gainesville. Open builder. Topographic survey available.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
1.98 ac
Lot size
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$3,173 /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
$3,173/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.
Where it sits
Inside Gainesville
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GAINESVILLE 32606 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
23,313
Median age
41
Median income
$79,888
Median home value
$319,300
Avg household
2.2
Households w/ children
2,630
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
$320K → $312K
Gainesville median sold, yr/yr
96.6%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Gainesville, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 34% above the GAINESVILLE 32606 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3960 NW 30TH PLACE
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$185,600
1314 NW 40TH TERRACE
3 bd · 1 ba · 912 sqft · $204/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$227,500
4201 NW 14TH PLACE
3 bd · 1 ba · 912 sqft · $249/sqft · 34 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$175,000
1410 NW 55TH STREET
2 bd · 1 ba · 960 sqft · $182/sqft · 2 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 3960 NW 30TH PLACE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3960 NW 30TH PLACE — before you fall in love.
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Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
3960 NW 30TH PLACE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3960 NW 30TH PLACE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,173/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $83/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 3960 NW 30TH PLACE?+
The association fee works out to $83 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 3960 NW 30TH PLACE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $2,883. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 3960 NW 30TH PLACE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Gainesville?+
At $425,000, this home is listed about 44% above the Gainesville median of $295,500. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3960 NW 30TH PLACE?+
Hidden Oak Elementary School (elementary), Fort Clarke Middle School (middle), F. W. Buchholz High School (high) — Alachua County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$425,000 runs 34% above the GAINESVILLE 32606 median.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Time on market is leverage
163 days on market against a Gainesville median of 36 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Hidden Oak Elementary School, Fort Clarke Middle School, F. W. Buchholz High School — Hidden Oak Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of ARISTA REALTY · Mike Hastings. MLS #GC537613.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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