724 NW 7TH AVE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32601
$338,000
Residential
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,434 Sqft
Lot Size
4,792 Sqft
UF students and Grad students - why pay $2,000+ rent when you can buy this amazing home less than 1 mile to UF and make money while completing your education! Rare opportunity to own this beautifully remodeled craftsman style home in a prime location less than 1 mile to UF! Split bedroom plan featuring 3 large bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Open kitchen with quartz countertops and new appliances. Luxury vinyl flooring throughout the house. Main bedroom is split from the guest bedrooms and features a luxury bathroom and a side patio with a large swing. Side patio separate entrance to the main bedroom and to the laundry room so the main bedroom can be used as an in-law suite or rental unit. Front entrance Florida Room is huge and bright with windows and LVP flooring. All stainless steel appliances highlight the open kitchen. Why waste money on rent when you can own this beautiful property and make money short and long term as a great investment. So close to everything! 1/2 mile to Santa Fe College Charles L. Blount Center, .4 miles to Flatfish Bakery, .7 miles to Publix on 13th (UF), .8 to Matherly Hall at UF, 1.5 miles to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Less than 1 mile to Dragonfly Sushi and downtown and less than 1.5 miles to Depot Park and the 4th Ave Food Park and so much more. Here's the math: Scenario 1: Renting a Similar Property Near UF Rent: $2,200/month Annual Rent Cost: $26,400 Total Rent Over 4 Years: $105,600 Scenario 2: Purchasing 724 NW 7th Ave Total Housing Cost Over 4 Years: $116,640 Net Equity Gained After 4 Years: $66,900 Net Cost of Buying (Before Rental Income): $49,740 Rental Income from Extra Bedrooms Estimated Rent per Bedroom: $800/month Total Rent for 2 Bedrooms: $1,600/month Annual Rental Income: $1,600 × 12 = $19,200 Total Rental Income Over 4 Years: $19,200 × 4 = $76,800 Net Cost of Buying After Rental Income Net Cost Before Rental Income: $49,740 Less Rental Income (2 Bedrooms): $76,800 Final Adjusted Net Cost: -$27,060 (Profit!) Updated Savings Comparison: Renting vs. Buying Total Rent Paid Over 4 Years: $105,600 Final Adjusted Net Cost of Buying (After Rental Income): -$27,060 (Profit!) Potential Savings vs. Renting: $132,660 Final Takeaway With this setup, not only does buying save over $132K vs. renting, but it actually turns into a profitable investment, generating $27,060 in positive cash flow over four years.
Property Details
Property Features Property Features
MLS ID: MFRGC527446 Year Built: 1960
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Architectural Style: Cottage, Craftsman
Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type Cooling: Central Air
Country: US Direction Faces: North
Disclosures: Lead Paint, Seller Property Disclosure Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting, Sidewalk, Storage
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile Foundation Details: Crawlspace
Heating: Central Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
Levels: One Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan Occupant Type: Vacant
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Side Porch Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence Property Type: Residential
Road Surface Type: Paved Roof: Metal
Sewer: Public Sewer Showing Requirements: Supra Lock Box, See Remarks
Special Listing Conditions: None Standard Status: Active
State Or Province: FL Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping Water Source: Public
Rooms Rooms
Primary Bedroom: 17x14 ft Great Room: 18x14 ft
Florida Room: 18x10 ft Kitchen: 13x8 ft
Family Room:
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