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Last sold for $2,936,000 on Jul 5, 2016

1236 SW 1ST AVE

GAINESVILLE, FL 32601
4
Beds
2
Baths
8,762 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,936,000 · Jul 5, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$75,263 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$325,829 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$325,829
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$325,829
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$325,829

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Vacant Commercial
CountyAlachua
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 80 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Carolyn Beatrice Parker Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Gainesville High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Kanapaha Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.8 mi

District: Alachua County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32601These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.38%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,623
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,074 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,950
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,269
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

1236 Sw 1st Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the largest homes in Alachua County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Gainesville 32601
  • Older than 88% of homes in University of Florida

How it measures up in Gainesville 32601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gainesville 32601.

Living area8,762 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,288 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 1236 Sw 1st Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUniversity of FloridaGainesville 32601Alachua County
Living areabigger than8,762 ft²98% of homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac75% of homes85% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than196012% of homes59% of homes13% of homes

About 1236 Sw 1st Ave

When did 1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL last sell?

1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL last sold on Jul 5, 2016 for $2,936,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL?

1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 8,762 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL built?

1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL?

1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL is assigned to Carolyn Beatrice Parker Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Gainesville High School (high), rated C+; Kanapaha Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Alachua County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL compare to other homes in Gainesville 32601?

Among the 4,264 homes in Gainesville 32601, it is bigger than almost all of them (8,762 ft² against a typical 1,288 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1960 against a typical 1955). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1236 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL was $75,263. The county assessed it at $325,829.

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