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$492,918$213 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $309,000 on Dec 8, 2014

3838 SW 78TH ST

GAINESVILLE, FL 32608
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,309 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.
1.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$493K
$461K low$525K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$309,000 · Dec 8, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,727 (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.$347,330 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$337,541
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$415,848

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.44
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
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.
67
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.7 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.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.Single Family Residence
CountyALACHUA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.06
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 459 ft²Sprinklers

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
Kimball Wiles Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Kanapaha Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
F. W. Buchholz High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.4 mi

District: Alachua County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32608These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.54,036
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,318 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,440
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,461
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 78th 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.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Alachua County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Alachua County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Alachua County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Gainesville 32608
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Alachua County

What homes are worth in Gainesville 32608

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

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$98K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Gainesville 32608.

How it measures up in Gainesville 32608

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gainesville 32608.

Estimated value$492,918
CheaperTypical $343,356Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$213
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area2,309 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,662 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size1.06 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 3838 Sw 78th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGainesville 32608Alachua County
Estimated valuepricier than$492,91876% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21366% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than2,309 ft²75% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.06 ac84% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than199960% of homes70% of homes

About 3838 Sw 78th St

How much is 3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL is $492,918 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $460,651 to $525,185. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL last sell?

3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL last sold on Dec 8, 2014 for $309,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL?

3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,309 square feet of living space and a 1.06-acre lot.

When was 3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL built?

3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL?

3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL is assigned to Kimball Wiles Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Kanapaha Middle School (middle), rated B; F. W. Buchholz High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Alachua County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL compare to other homes in Gainesville 32608?

Among the 13,507 homes in Gainesville 32608, it is worth more than 76% of them ($492,918 against a typical $343,356), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($213 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,309 ft² against a typical 1,662 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (1.06 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1999 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Alachua County, it is worth more than 85% 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 78th St, Gainesville, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3838 Sw 78th St, Gainesville, FL was $6,727. The county assessed it at $347,330.

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