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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $253,700 on Dec 5, 1996

1505 SW 42ND ST

GAINESVILLE, FL 32607
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,672 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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.$253,700 · Dec 5, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,197 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$268,538 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,075
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$228,463
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$219,612
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$268,538

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.47
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
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.
63
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyALACHUA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 152 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Littlewood Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.7 mi
H
F. W. Buchholz High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Kanapaha Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Alachua County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32607These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,519
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,934 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,241
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,435
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

1505 Sw 42nd St 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.

  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Alachua County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Gainesville 32607

How it measures up in Gainesville 32607

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gainesville 32607.

Living area3,672 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,621 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 1505 Sw 42nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGainesville 32607Alachua County
Living areabigger than3,672 ft²96% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac72% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than198141% of homes40% of homes

About 1505 Sw 42nd St

When did 1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL last sell?

1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL last sold on Dec 5, 1996 for $253,700, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL?

1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,672 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL built?

1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL?

1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL is assigned to Littlewood Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; F. W. Buchholz High School (high), rated B+; 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 1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL compare to other homes in Gainesville 32607?

Among the 7,702 homes in Gainesville 32607, it is bigger than 96% of them (3,672 ft² against a typical 1,621 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1981 against a typical 1984). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1505 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL was $4,197. The county assessed it at $268,538.

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