616 SW 21ST AVENUE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32601
Active103 days on marketListed Apr 23, 2026MLS #GC539233
About this home
616 SW 21ST AVENUE
Mid-century character, a screened-in pool, and a detached efficiency apartment define this rare 1.25-acre Gainesville find, located just 2 miles from the University of Florida and mere minutes from UF Health Shands Hospital, the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, and Depot Park! This 4-bed, 3-bath home ensures peace of mind with a 2021 roof featuring a 20-year warranty, dual AC units, and a newer water heater. The home’s striking profile is enhanced by double-paned windows throughout, ensuring modern efficiency, while inviting abundant natural light and gorgeous views of the mature trees and lush greenery that frame the property. Stepping through the signature blue front door, the home opens to an epicurean kitchen distinguished by clean lines and high-end finishes. This culinary hub features a suite of stainless-steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and an inviting casual dining area. The floor plan unfolds into a warm, wood-paneled family room, a space connected to the outdoors by glass sliders that lead directly to the poolside terrace. This easy movement continues into the formal living room, which opens to one of the large guest bedrooms. The primary suite offers understated luxury complemented by a refreshed ensuite with a glass-enclosed shower and dual-vessel vanity. A versatile bonus room adds to the home's flexible layout. From the main living areas, the transition to the screened lanai is effortless, with privacy-fenced grounds that offer a perfect blend of open lawn and mature shade trees. Unique to this property is the detached efficiency, joined by a breezeway and featuring its own kitchenette, bath, and entrance—ideal for multi-generational living, a private home office, or income potential. This iconic Gainesville location in the leafy Kirkwood area is free from HOA restrictions, and combines the privacy of a spacious homesite with the convenience of living just moments from the city's medical, academic, recreational, and cultural amenities. Schedule your tour today to see how this mid-century gem redefines in-town acreage!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,885
Sqft
1.24 ac
Lot size
1954
Year built
One
Levels
$225
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.
$4,549 /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
$4,549/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
$225 vs $201
Days on market
103 vs 45 typical
Where $225/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 Kirkwood
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Kirkwood — neighborhood snapshot
Population
2,280
Median age
28
Median income
$48,250
Median home value
$421,706
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
143
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)
175 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 160% above the GAINESVILLE 32601 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 616 SW 21ST AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$575,000
630 SW 26TH PLACE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,286 sqft · $252/sqft · 14 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$595,000
2163 SW 37TH COURT
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,893 sqft · $206/sqft · 5 DOM
Sold · May ’26$435,000
708 E UNIVERSITY AVENUE
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,779 sqft · $157/sqft · 248 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 616 SW 21ST AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 616 SW 21ST AVENUE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
616 SW 21ST AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 616 SW 21ST AVENUE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,549/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 616 SW 21ST AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,661. 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 $649,900, this home is listed about 120% above the Gainesville median of $295,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 616 SW 21ST AVENUE?+
Abraham Lincoln Middle School (middle), Idylwild Elementary School (elementary), Eastside 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
$649,900 runs 160% above the GAINESVILLE 32601 median — but at 2,885 sqft it's also nearly twice the size of the typical Gainesville listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Time on market is leverage
103 days on market against a Gainesville median of 45 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $699,900, now $649,900 — a $50K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS GAINESVILLE REALTY PARTNERS · Whitney Johnson Perkins. MLS #GC539233.
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