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$343,634$166 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

3838 SW 1ST AVE

GAINESVILLE, FL 32607
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,065 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$344K
$327K low$360K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,578 (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.$201,399 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$195,723
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$295,848

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.51
58
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
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.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.2 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.Single Family Residence
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.0.31
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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 · 132 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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 · 0.8 mi
M
Westwood Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Gainesville High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 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

3838 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Alachua County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Alachua County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Gainesville 32607

What homes are worth in Gainesville 32607

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$88K$927K

This home is worth more than 61% 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.

Estimated value$343,634
CheaperTypical $291,535Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$166
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,065 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,624 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 3838 Sw 1st Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGainesville 32607Alachua County
Estimated valuepricier than$343,63461% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16640% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than2,065 ft²70% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac59% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than197017% of homes23% of homes

About 3838 Sw 1st Ave

How much is 3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL is $343,634 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $327,328 to $359,940. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL last sell?

3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL last sold on Jan 22, 2014, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL?

3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,065 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL built?

3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL?

3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL is assigned to Littlewood Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Westwood Middle School (middle), rated C-; Gainesville High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Alachua County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL compare to other homes in Gainesville 32607?

Among the 7,702 homes in Gainesville 32607, it is worth more than 61% of them ($343,634 against a typical $291,535), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($166 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,065 ft² against a typical 1,624 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1970 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Alachua County, it is worth more than 61% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3838 Sw 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL was $3,578. The county assessed it at $201,399.

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