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Property Description
Welcome to Turkey Creek Forest, one of Gainesville's most desirable 55+ communities, offering a peaceful lifestyle with access to outstanding amenities. This well-kept home at 8689 NW 42nd Dr is just steps away from the community clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts, and pickleball courts, making it easy to enjoy an active and social lifestyle. Located in NW Gainesville, this home is just a short drive from top medical facilities including UF Health Shands Hospital, HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, and Malcom Randall VA Medical Center-providing peace of mind and convenient healthcare access. Whether you're looking for a forever home or a seasonal retreat, this property offers the perfect blend of comfort, community, and convenience. Schedule your private showing today and enjoy all that Turkey Creek Forest has to offer!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8689 NW 42nd Dr
General
- Sold For: $189,000
- HOA FEE: $35/month
- Taxes: $747 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: GC531048
- Added to Site: 245 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 6 Months
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Other, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Other
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Other, Private Mailbox, Sliding Doors
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport: 1
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
Location
- Area: 32653 - Gainesville
- County: Alachua
- Development Name: 32653 - Gainesville
- Subdivision: TURKEY CREEK FOREST UNIT 3C
- Driving Directions: Starting at NW 13th St and NW 86th BLVD. Head east onto NW 86th BLVD. Turn left onto NW 42nd Dr. Property on the left.
- Direction Faces: West
Community
- Community Name: 32653 - Gainesville
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Turkey Creek Forest Management
- Adult Community: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,106
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 1,106 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1985
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,792
- Lot Size: 4792
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $35
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $747
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: TURKEY CREEK FOREST UNIT 3C PB M-80 LOT 420 OR 3952/1850 & OR 3952/1852
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 5985420000
- Property ID: 5985420000
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Sold by Suskin Realty Inc
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Schools
Schools serving 8689 NW 42nd Dr
School District:Alachua County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
William S. Talbot Elementary School 5701 Northwest 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32653 | K-5 | 1.9 mi |
A. L. Mebane Middle School 16401 Northwest 140th Street, Alachua, FL 32615 | 6-8 | 7.9 mi |
Santa Fe High School 16213 Northwest US Highway 441, Alachua, FL 32615 | 9-12 | 9.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 8689 NW 42nd Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/03/2025
Sold
$189,000
-4.06%
MLS
7/29/2025
Price Reduced
$197,000
-0.51%
MLS
7/21/2025
Price Reduced
$198,000
-0.5%
MLS
7/18/2025
Price Reduced
$199,000
-0.5%
MLS
7/14/2025
Price Reduced
$199,998
—
MLS
6/14/2025
Price Reduced
$199,999
-2.44%
MLS
5/19/2025
Listed
$205,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
8689 NW 42nd Drive, Gainesville, FL 32653 (MLS# GC531048) is a Single Family property that was sold at $189,000 on September 03, 2025. Want to learn more about 8689 NW 42nd Drive? 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.
