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$429,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,260 Sq. Ft.
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Welcome to your private country retreat just minutes from Gainesville! This spacious 3-bed, 2-bath single-family home offers 2,260 ± sq ft of comfortable living space on a gorgeous 6.33-acre parcel - a perfect blend of serene rural living and convenient access to city amenities. The home features a flexible floor plan with a cozy fireplace, den/office, and abundant natural light. The kitchen provides ample functionality for daily living and entertaining, while a 2-car garage and utility room add convenience. Outdoor living is a highlight on this expansive property. Enjoy a covered patio perfect for morning coffee or relaxing evenings, and take advantage of the fully fenced acreage - ideal for hobby farming, equestrian pursuits (horses permitted), gardening, or room to roam. Located in the desirable Monteocha Highlands community with no HOA, this property offers the best of peaceful country living while still being just a short drive to the University of Florida, UFHealth/Shands, shopping and dining. Whether you're seeking a family home with room to grow, or a unique rural lifestyle close to town, this property is a rare find in the Gainesville market!

Full Property Details for 3518 NE 159th Pl

General

  • Sold For: $429,000
  • Taxes: $6,296 (2025)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: GC536938
  • Added to Site: 63 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: No Minimum

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 3
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room
  • Appliances: Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Security Gate

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Spaces: 2

Location

  • Area: 32609 - Gainesville
  • County: Alachua
  • Development Name: 32609 - Gainesville
  • Subdivision: MONTEOCHA HIGHLANDS
  • Driving Directions: Head north on NE Waldo Rd (SR 24) toward NE 53rd Ave. Continue on NE Waldo Rd out of the main city area as it heads northeast (SR 24). Turn left onto NE 53rd Ave / CR-225 and continue north. Drive past NE 55th Place, staying on CR-225. Turn right onto NE 159th Place. Follow NE 159th Place to 3518, which will be on your right.
  • Direction Faces: Southeast

Community

  • Community Name: 32609 - Gainesville

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Exterior Const.: Block, Concrete, Stone, Stucco
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Square Feet: 2,260
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Living Area: 2,260 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1999

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 6.33
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 275,735
  • Lot Size: 6.33
  • Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced, Wire, Wood

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $6,296.1
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: MONTEOCHA HIGHLANDS PB T-28 LOT 18 OR 4457/1463 & OR 4558/0022
  • Flood Zone Info: X
  • APN: 7721020018
  • Property ID: 7721020018

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Sold by Propertunity Real Estate Pros

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Schools serving 3518 NE 159th Pl

School District:Alachua County School District
NameGradesDistance
Lake Forest Elementary School, Gainesville, FL
4401 Southeast 4th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32641
K-510.6 mi
Howard W. Bishop Middle School
1262 Northwest 31 Drive, Gainesville, FL 32605
6-810.8 mi
Eastside High School
1201 Southeast 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32641
9-1211.1 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 3518 NE 159th Pl

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/06/2026
Sold
$429,000
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MLS
1/30/2026
Listed
$429,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Herron Real Estate Llc
Sold by Propertunity Real Estate Pros

3518 NE 159th Place, Gainesville, FL 32609 (MLS# GC536938) is a Single Family property that was sold at $429,000 on March 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 3518 NE 159th Place? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Gainesville? You can browse all Gainesville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.