5261 SW 97TH DRIVE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32608
Active21 days on marketListed Jul 3, 2026MLS #GC541565
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About this home
5261 SW 97TH DRIVE
Beautifully updated end unit and very private 2 bedroom/ 2.5bath townhouse with one car garage in Haile Plantation Villas conveniently located nearby the Haile Village Center. Updated kitchen with solid oak cabinets, butcher block countertop, stainless steel appliances, subway tiles, barn door style pantry and reconditioned dresser for a new kitchen island, and porcelain tiles throughout the lower level. Just off the kitchen is a Florida room or office space. The kitchen peninsula creates an open floor plan. Living room features include hardwood crown moldings. The stairs going up to the second floor were redone with solid oak treads, risers and hand railing. The entire second level has been updated with laminate wood plank flooring and baseboards. Guest bath upstairs has been updated with new vanities, countertops, sinks and faucets. Large Owner suite has an owner bathroom and it has been updated with newer vanity and sink. Conveniently located just minutes to UF, Shands Hospital, VA hospital and Celebration Point. Enjoy a scenic quick access to walking trails. Don't miss this gem!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,500
Sqft
0.04 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1995
Year built
Multi/Split
Levels
$168
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$2,518 /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
$2,518/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 HAILE PLANTATION
$168 vs $238
Days on market
21 vs 36 typical
Where $168/sqft sits among the 10 homes for sale in HAILE PLANTATION
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 Haile Plantation
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Haile Plantation — neighborhood snapshot
Population
5,843
Median age
48
Median income
$118,974
Median home value
$437,518
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
658
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)
7 of 10
HAILE PLANTATION have cut their price
Median sold price, Gainesville, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 12% above the GAINESVILLE 32608 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5261 SW 97TH DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’25$240,000
5277 SW 97TH DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,500 sqft · $160/sqft · 29 DOM
Sold · May ’26$423,000
10067 SW 52ND ROAD · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,501 sqft · $282/sqft · 40 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$416,000
5316 SW 83RD TERRACE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,506 sqft · $276/sqft · 3 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 5261 SW 97TH DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5261 SW 97TH DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5261 SW 97TH DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5261 SW 97TH DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,518/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $361/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 5261 SW 97TH DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $361 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5261 SW 97TH DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,826. 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 5261 SW 97TH DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. 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 $252,000, this home is listed about 15% below the Gainesville median of $295,500. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5261 SW 97TH DRIVE?+
Kanapaha Middle School (middle), Kimball Wiles Elementary School (elementary), F. W. Buchholz High School (high) — Alachua County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of BHGRE THOMAS GROUP · Gigi Tajalli. MLS #GC541565.
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