
1203 NW 12TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32601
Active120 days on marketListed Apr 6, 2026MLS #GC539204
About this home
1203 NW 12TH AVENUE
Price Reduced and offered below recent appraised value! Seller is considering all reasonable offers. This exceptional income-producing property offers a rare opportunity for investors, developers, or buyers seeking a versatile multi-family property near the University of Florida and UF Health Shands Hospital. Officially designated as a triplex, the property is currently configured as four income-producing units and is zoned for both commercial and residential use, creating immediate rental income with outstanding long-term investment and redevelopment potential. Situated on a prominent corner parcel in one of Gainesville's most desirable rental corridors, this property enjoys convenient access to the University of Florida, UF Health Shands Hospital, downtown Gainesville, shopping, restaurants, parks, public transportation, and major employers. Its central location continues to attract students, medical professionals, faculty, traveling nurses, and long-term residents, contributing to consistent rental demand and year-over-year income growth. The flexible floor plan offers multiple income opportunities. Unit A features a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment with dual entrances to the kitchen and living room. Unit B offers an updated two-bedroom, two-bath apartment with modern finishes. Unit C is currently configured as two separate one-bedroom, one-bath apartments with private entrances but can easily be converted back into a spacious two-bedroom, two-bath residence with French doors leading to a private outdoor space. This flexibility allows the property to accommodate a variety of rental strategies. Significant capital improvements were completed in 2019, including a new roof, updated electrical systems, and new HVAC systems, helping reduce future maintenance costs. Additional features include three separate GRU electric meters, three storage sheds providing ample storage, extensive privacy fencing, new fencing in the rear and alongside Unit A. Whether the goal is expanding an investment portfolio, generating immediate rental income, providing student or medical housing, or exploring future redevelopment opportunities, this property offers exceptional versatility. The commercial and residential zoning provides flexibility that is increasingly difficult to find this close to the University of Florida and UF Health Shands Hospital. Properties offering multiple income streams, updated major systems, flexible unit configurations, and redevelopment potential in this location are rare. This Gainesville investment combines location, cash flow, and future upside, making it an outstanding opportunity for investors seeking a multi-family property in one of North Central Florida's strongest rental markets.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2,995
Sqft
0.22 ac
Lot size
1941
Year built
Two
Levels
$200
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.
$3,953 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
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
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$3,953/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. 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
$200 vs $199
Days on market
120 vs 45 typical
Where $200/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 Oakview
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Oakview — neighborhood snapshot
Population
961
Median age
30
Median income
$47,523
Median home value
$230,200
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
116
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 → $323K
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 140% above the GAINESVILLE 32601 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1203 NW 12TH AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$290,000
1633 NW 19TH CIRCLE
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,927 sqft · $99/sqft · 170 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$555,000
562 NE 2ND AVENUE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,892 sqft · $192/sqft · 168 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$692,250
1810 NW 17TH LANE
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,892 sqft · $239/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 1203 NW 12TH AVENUE — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1203 NW 12TH AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1203 NW 12TH AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1203 NW 12TH AVENUE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,953/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 1203 NW 12TH AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,976. 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 $599,777, this home is listed about 103% above the Gainesville median of $295,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1203 NW 12TH AVENUE?+
Gainesville High School (high), Carolyn Beatrice Parker Elementary (elementary), Westwood Middle School (middle) — 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
$599,777 runs 140% above the GAINESVILLE 32601 median — but at 2,995 sqft it's also nearly twice the size of the typical Gainesville listing.
02Time on market is leverage
120 days on market against a Gainesville median of 45 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $679,000, now $599,777 — a $79K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of CORNERSTONE REALTY & MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC · Mark Kjeseth. MLS #GC539204.
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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