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$496,276$195 / 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 96How 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 $400,000 on Mar 8, 2017

542 SW 42ND ST

GAINESVILLE, FL 32607
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,546 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.
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2017
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

$496K
$475K low$518K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Mar 8, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,444 (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.$425,142 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$413,160
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$487,611

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.55
78
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
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.63 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.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.Single Family Residence
CountyAlachua
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
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
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 · 357 ft²Sprinklers

Transaction History(5)

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 · 1.3 mi
M
Westwood Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Gainesville High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 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

542 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.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Alachua County
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Gainesville 32607
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Alachua County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Gainesville 32607
  • Newer than 96% 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.

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$94K$939K

This home is worth more than 84% 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$496,276
CheaperTypical $291,535Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$195
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area2,546 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,631 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built2017
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 542 Sw 42nd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGainesville 32607Alachua County
Estimated valuepricier than$496,27684% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19567% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,546 ft²82% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac76% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than201796% of homes93% of homes

About 542 Sw 42nd St

How much is 542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL is $496,276 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $475,041 to $517,511. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL last sell?

542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL last sold on Mar 8, 2017 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL?

542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,546 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

When was 542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL built?

542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL was built in 2017, making it 9 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL?

542 Sw 42nd St, 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 542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL compare to other homes in Gainesville 32607?

Among the 7,702 homes in Gainesville 32607, it is worth more than 84% of them ($496,276 against a typical $291,535), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($195 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,546 ft² against a typical 1,631 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2017 against a typical 1984). 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 542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 542 Sw 42nd St, Gainesville, FL was $8,444. The county assessed it at $425,142.

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