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Property Description
Prime Commercial Opportunity in Gainesville's NE Seola Area! Unlock the potential of this versatile 4,374 SF mixed-use property located just minutes from Downtown Gainesville. Situated on a 0.37-acre MU1-zoned lot along NE Waldo Road, this property offers excellent visibility in a growing corridor. Originally constructed in 1900 and effectively updated in 2020, the masonry building features: 4,206 SF of heated space 8 spacious rooms Central HVAC and forced-air electric heating Durable CB stucco exterior with drywall interior walls and pine/soft wood flooring Flat tar & gravel roof for long-term functionality Current Use: Daycare facility capacity 69 Ideal For: Daycare, community center, professional office, or other mixed-use applications Location Highlights: Minutes from Gainesville Regional Airport, Downtown Gainesville, Depot Park, and the University of Florida Close to Paynes Prairie Preserve, Morningside Nature Center, and Matheson History Museum High-visibility location with strong community appeal Don't miss this versatile investment opportunity in one of Gainesville's most promising corridors!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1938 NE Waldo Rd
General
- Price: $850,000
- Taxes: $3,747 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: GC535305
- Updated: 1/30/2026
- Added to Site: 142 day(s) ago
Location
- Area: 32609 - Gainesville
- County: Alachua
- Development Name: 32609 - Gainesville
- Subdivision: NORTHEAST SEOLA
- Driving Directions: Travel East on NE 23rd Ave, right on Waldo Road the property will be on your right. There is no sign on the property
- Direction Faces: East
Community
- Community Name: 32609 - Gainesville
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Utility Description: Public
Structural Information
- # Buildings: 1
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Other
- Square Feet: 4,206
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 16,117
- Lot Size: 16117
- Frontage: City Street, State Road
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,747.18
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Sole Proprietor
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: NORTHEAST SEOLA PB D-66 LOTS 1 2 BK D LESS E/LY 41 FT M/L OF LOT 1 FOR R/W SR 24 PER OR 970/06 & OR 1622/1341
- Flood Zone Info: x
- APN: 10760017000
- Property ID: 10760017000
Listed by Watson Realty Corp
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Schools
Schools serving 1938 NE Waldo Rd
School District:Alachua County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
W. A. Metcalfe Elementary School 1250 Northeast 18th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32609 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Howard W. Bishop Middle School 1262 Northwest 31 Drive, Gainesville, FL 32605 | 6-8 | 4.2 mi |
Eastside High School 1201 Southeast 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32641 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1938 NE Waldo Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/30/2026
Price Reduced
$850,000
-29.17%
MLS
1/29/2026
Price Reduced
$1,200,000
—
MLS
11/10/2025
Listed
$1,200,000
410.64%
MLS
3/27/2019
Sold
$235,000
—
Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1938 NE Waldo Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,747
—
$289,076
19%
2024
$3,747
4%
$243,230
-1%
2023
$3,589
11%
$245,522
-1%
2022
$3,235
41%
$246,945
213%
2021
$2,294
-2%
$78,928
—
2019
$2,344
-5%
$78,928
-16%
2018
$2,471
-3%
$93,500
—
2017
$2,553
1%
$93,500
—
2016
$2,523
—
$93,500
2%
2015
$2,535
9%
$91,300
10%
2014
$2,336
—
$83,000
—
2013
$2,325
—
$83,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1938 NE Waldo Road, Gainesville, FL 32609 (MLS# GC535305) is a Commercial property. 1938 NE Waldo Road is currently listed for $850,000 and was received on November 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 1938 NE Waldo Road? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial real estate for sale in Gainesville? You can browse all Gainesville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
