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Key Details
Sold Price $540,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,043 sqft
Price per Sqft $264
Subdivision Doig & Robertsons Add
MLS Listing ID GC537058
Sold Date 08/14/26
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1906
Annual Tax Amount $6,243
Lot Size 0.510 Acres
Acres 0.51
Lot Dimensions 54x150
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Stellar MLS
Property Description
This elegant, fully renovated, historic (1906 Gertrude Robinson McIntosh House) Victorian home conveniently borders Gainesville's Duckpond neighborhood; ONLY blocks from Downtown Gainesville and less than 2 miles from University of FL. Ideal as a private residence or AIR BNB rental (current use)- U4 Zoning allows use as a commercial office in the prime Northeast Residential Historic District. The sale includes two separately deeded parcels — the 2,043 sq ft home and an adjacent commercially zoned, buildable corner lot with 18+ private off-street parking spaces — presenting a genuine opportunity for commercial growth and long-term investment. The home features six bedrooms with high ceilings and abundant natural light, along with two and a half bathrooms. The enormous chef's kitchen offers extensive cabinetry, a coffee bar, and a separate pantry—ideal for eating in and for entertaining. The laundry room provides washer and dryer and additional storage. The inviting living room features original pocket doors and a decorative fireplace, while bedrooms #1, 4, and 5 also showcase charming, decorative fireplaces. A bonus room in attic offers space for an office, studio, or extra storage. Fire alarm and fire suppression system (2016). A wraparound front porch and two back decks provide ample space for entertaining. There is a large metal storage shed. Furnishings negotiable. The separate buildable corner lot features private parking for over 18+ off-street spaces— a great benefit a commercial office or further development. The property also has central heating and air conditioning, with mini-split units in each bedroom for personalized comfort. An Excellent Investment opportunity as multi-generation family residence, air BnB rental, or commercial/professional space- all within the heart of Gainesville.
Location
State FL
County Alachua
Community Doig & Robertsons Add
Area 32601 - Gainesville
Zoning MU1
Rooms
Other Rooms Attic, Inside Utility
Interior
Interior Features Accessibility Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat
Heating Central, Electric
Cooling Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Wood
Fireplaces Type Decorative
Furnishings Negotiable
Fireplace true
Appliance Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator
Laundry Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Sidewalk
Community Features Street Lights
Utilities Available BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Underground Utilities
View Y/N No
Water Access No
View City
Roof Type Shingle
Exposure South
Garage false
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Corner Lot, Historic District
Story 2
Entry Level Two
Foundation Crawlspace
Lot Size Range 1/2 to less than 1
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Victorian
Structure Type Frame,Wood Siding
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Joseph Williams Elementary School-Al
Middle Schools Howard W. Bishop Middle School-Al
High Schools Eastside High School-Al
Others
Senior Community No
Ownership Fee Simple
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Special Listing Condition None
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