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$724,188$254 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $2,120,000 on Apr 28, 2023

5872 SW 79TH WAY

GAINESVILLE, FL 32608
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,853 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.
9.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$724K
$628K low$820K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,120,000 · Apr 28, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,479 (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.$524,503 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$477,903
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$531,345
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$524,503

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
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
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.9 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.9.32
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.Pool W/Hot Tub/Spa
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 396 ft²Patio · 420 ft²Porch · 667 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.

M
Kanapaha Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Kimball Wiles Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
F. W. Buchholz High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 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

5872 Sw 79th Way 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 95% of homes in Alachua County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Alachua County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Alachua County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Gainesville 32608
  • Newer than 88% 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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$96K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 91% 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$724,188
CheaperTypical $348,616Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$254
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area2,853 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,659 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size9.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 5872 Sw 79th Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGainesville 32608Alachua County
Estimated valuepricier than$724,18891% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25489% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than2,853 ft²87% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.32 ac97% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than201085% of homes88% of homes

About 5872 Sw 79th Way

How much is 5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL is $724,188 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $628,102 to $820,274. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL last sell?

5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL last sold on Apr 28, 2023 for $2,120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL?

5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,853 square feet of living space and a 9.32-acre lot.

When was 5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL built?

5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL?

5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL is assigned to Kanapaha Middle School (middle), rated B; Kimball Wiles Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; 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 5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL compare to other homes in Gainesville 32608?

Among the 13,496 homes in Gainesville 32608, it is worth more than 91% of them ($724,188 against a typical $348,616), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($254 against a typical $200), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,853 ft² against a typical 1,659 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (9.32 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (2010 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Alachua County, it is worth more than 95% 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 5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5872 Sw 79th Way, Gainesville, FL was $11,479. The county assessed it at $524,503.

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