723 NE 8th Ave Gainesville, FL 32601

Under contract-accepting backup offers. This is the charming, classic home in the historic Duckpond area that you’ve probably been searching for! The opportunity to purchase here is rare. And it's more rare to find one that is well-maintained, updated, built with an open layout and that original vintage vibe.

This inspired design of the home features original wood parquet floors and an arched entry you’ll love walking through each day to the updated and spacious kitchen! The layout includes a large living room, expansive kitchen with separate dining area, screened-in porch and a great-sized entry room— what a bonus for a home of this era!

You will also especially enjoy the home’s desired features which include: +energy-efficient double-paned windows +and French doors, +a re-finished, bright bathroom, and a +large, completely fenced backyard and side yards with fire pit and a durable-quality storage shed. There’s plenty of room in the backyard for anything. From gardening, play areas, backyard entertaining, parking your boat or RV, to just peaceful resting in your hammock, or grilling and chilling on the broad, wooden deck. Additionally, the fantastic home +includes a garage(!), a rarity among any Duckpond-area home. That garage can become an additional bedroom or even be converted to a suite with private entry.

You will value the peace-of-mind for homeownership because the home has been well taken care for. There are UPDATES, NEWER Roof (2021), NEWER A/C (2020) and NEWER double-paned French Doors (2022), modern recessed lighting and a TANKLESS water heater! This 1950s block home is truly move-in-ready. This is your opportunity to own the one of the time-enchanted and private homes in Gainesville’s most desired area. If you want to make this house be yours, and no one else’s, then it’s time to contact your favorite realtor, or reach out to the listing realtor for a private showing. Thanks and talk soon!