237 SW 2nd Pl, Gainesville, FL 32601
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237 SW 2nd Pl
Gainesville, FL 32601

  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,168 sqft

$446,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,162/mo*
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$446,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,162/mo*
Refinance Your Home
6 Beds
4 Baths
3,168 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1930
Living Area
3,168 sqft
Price/Sqft
$141

About this House

**** LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION **** Triplex and Single family cottage located on one lot in the Heart of Downtown Gainesville, FL. Over $42k in yearly rental income with potential for big increases. This property is great for students, professionals and downtown workers as it is close to the University of Florida as well as the Downtown Campus of Santa Fe Community College. The University of Florida's Innovation Square - Business Incubator is just around the corner and it is a quick walk to the Downtown Entertainment District.
The property is located in a Qualified Opportunity Zone for potential Capital Gains Deferment and Reduction (Buyer to verify). Flexible Enterprise Zoning allows multi-use options (Buyer to verify).
As downtown Gainesville continues to expand the future potential for this property is thru the roof!
Could also be converted to a great owner occupied residence with cottage used as shop/business/man cave/studio/mother in law suite/rental.
Sold as is.


237 SW 2nd Pl, Gainesville, FL 32601 is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,168 sqft multi-family built in 1930. It last sold for $320,000 on Jun 21, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $446,300, with a rent estimate of $1,776/month.

Home Details for 237 SW 2nd Pl

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Other, Electric, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: Central, WallHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Additional StorageStorage
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, SlateExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
Parking: On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930Year Updated: 1990
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi Family

Community

Units in Building: 4

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4791 sqft

Price History for 237 SW 2nd Pl

DatePriceEventSource
06/21/2021$320,000Sold
N/A
03/13/2021$379,000PendingN/A
02/01/2021$379,000PriceChange
N/A
11/17/2020$419,000Listed For SaleN/A
11/04/1997$80,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Gainesville

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$295K
$5.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.5%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$193
$3MoM
Available listings
986
23MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$7,589
Assessment$330,785
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 237 SW 2nd Pl

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
240 SW 3RD STREET, Gainesville, FL
0.04
Multi-Family Home
$429,353
05/29/26
4
3
2,215
301 NW 8TH STREET, Gainesville, FL
0.43
Multi-Family Home
$520,000
04/01/26
5
6
2,244
1006 SW 8TH AVENUE, Gainesville, FL
0.54
Multi-Family Home
$910,000
02/17/26
6
3
3,270
302 NW 7TH TERRACE, Gainesville, FL
0.42
Multi-Family Home
$670,000
08/14/25
5
5
2,174
214 NE 6th St, Gainesville, FL
0.61
Multi-Family Home
$375,000
11/21/25
4
2
2,114
408 NW 5TH AVENUE, Gainesville, FL
0.45
Multi-Family Home
$360,000
06/09/26
4
2
1,560
725 SE 4TH AVENUE, Gainesville, FL
0.66
Multi-Family Home
$350,000
08/19/25
4
2
1,733
1401 NW 5TH AVENUE, Gainesville, FL
0.88
Multi-Family Home
$915,000
04/06/26
6
6
3,300
626 NW 10th Ave, Gainesville, FL
0.86
Multi-Family Home
$104,400
11/25/25
4
4
2,700
923 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL
0.59
Multi-Family Home
$296,000
01/02/26
2
2,363

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Gainesville

At least 1057 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 59 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 24 % Say there are community events

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  • BETTY GILLIS
    "It’s just like a good area. Crimes, robbery, pet owners not picking up after their pets, not safe at night to be alone or go out"
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog friendly , pet friendly all animals welcome. Zoo nearby and wildlife center too. Everyone loves it "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice family neighbourhoods with a small community feel. College town but diverse population of families, retired, college students."
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  • Gusta
    "I luckily live only 5 minutes away from my work, making my daily commute very easy. I’ve never been in traffic on my way to work in 8 years. "
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  • Anonymous
    "Gainesville is not much of a dog friendly city. There are tons of cute dogs but no large (green) parks for play, now water fountains for dogs on trail ways, and few places to throw away dog waste (although my neighborhood is better about this one). "
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  • Alex
    "Haile Village Farmers Market every Saturday. People are always walking pets and exercising outside. "
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  • Nadia Priya Samanich
    "Nice place for kids but then leave to a bigger place when school is done. It’s too small to offer options. "
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  • N6xyj58gcd
    "Nice so far hoping to find a place to rent soon there. Neighborhood looks safe to me. From what I’ve seen so far it looks well kept quiet exactly what we are looking for"
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  • Lorenoc
    "Nice school and many families with young children. Very nice neighbors, convenient to gas stations and grocery stores and the the interstate 75."
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  • Lorenoc
    "Lots of dog walkers, the streets are very safe and the cars go by very slow. The streets are shady."
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  • Diego G
    "Lots of trails and parks to take your dogs to which is a plus. Some owners tend to not pick up after their dogs, but I suppose that’s bound to happen anywhere."
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  • Jimmy
    "Quiet , and tight knit neighborhood. Yet private as well . Convenient to shoping and restaurants and leisure activities "
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  • Tz5gb6tvdp
    "Been a resident for about 6 months now. So far I like it a lot. It has a friendly but lively atmosphere "
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  • Ronin Williams
    "I live 10 minutes from the university and my neighbors are all really nice. There’s tons to do for all ages! I love all the parks and nature stuff near by! Atleast in my part of Gainesville I feel very safe and secure. "
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  • 7gwtzs5mc2
    "Close to everything. No two houses are alike. Blend of architectural styles. Major north-south streets and east-west avenues get you where you want to be."
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  • Zeina_almansour
    "Great neighborhood. Very safe and kid friendly. Excellent schools. New construction houses available in multiple sizes and designs"
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  • Robert_torres27
    "Commute to and from work about30-40min due to traffic. But when school is out, commute would take me 10min"
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  • Trulia User
    "People maintain their homes well and show pride in their homes. Also, crime is low and the neighborhood is safe. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a beautiful part of Gainesville it’s where the peaceful people go to live and live in peace and quiet! "
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  • Trulia User
    "there was fireworks happening at the park and all the kids and parents where there i was there for a bit i even walked cause it’s a safe place."
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  • Trulia User
    "Hardworking folks. Very quiet and respectful neighborhood. I’ve lived here 15 years and feel safe and comfortable. "
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  • Trulia User
    "We have many residents of all ages. There are families with children, retirees. and college students. Our neighborhood is strong with great social events like Halloween, ice cream socials, and a community garage sale. There are lots of people who walk in or neighborhood even though we don't have sidewalks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are some areas that are safe and others I wouldn’t feel safe in at all. Be wary, check out and drive through first."
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  • Trulia User
    "Too much traffic and way too many distractions/ loud noises, but the view is beautiful and there’s plenty of sidewalks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s okay here but there’s a lot going on and there’s crime quite often. Friendly neighbors though! "
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  • Trulia User
    "Know who is in your neighborhood and watch your children. The neighborhood is often quiet and there is a sense of community. "
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  • Trulia User
    "super convenient to all amenities, very walkable, safe, friendly neighbors, homes well maintained. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The amount of dogs, owners don’t clean up after their pets. There’s a lot of stray cats. There’s also a lot of trash for your animals to eat and broken glass on sidewalks and streets."
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  • Trulia User
    "the neighborhood is quiet friendly and safe. lived here for 6 years and everyone kept to theirselves."
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  • Maupins2016
    "you always see dog's for the most part their friendly and the owners pick up! Dogs are definitely not a problem in this neighborhood. so feel free to have a dog or two only issue may be barking. "
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  • Bandccaputo
    "Lots of respectful dog walkers. Many lighted paths and sidewalks. Animal lovers walking their dogs. Some people carry snacks for other dogs. "
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  • Eunice L.
    "Many things, it's quiet, my neighbors are quite neighborly and everybody pretty much stays to themselves and I've lived here for 3 years and I love it!"
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  • Barbee C.
    "We have just moved here in the last day and don’t know much about the neighborhood. It appears very nice and the people friendly."
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  • Amber C. B.
    "It’s ideal for people used to living near lots of other people or going to UF. Otherwise, it’s just another neighborhood."
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  • Helen
    "The Kenwood neighborhood has great access to public transportation and UF campus is a 20min drive. "
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  • Jtbuyshousesingainesville
    "It has great walking trails nearby, crime rate seems very low, and the neighbors are friendly. Short drive to downtown or campus."
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  • Mary R.
    "you are within 5 minutes of a publix, walmart, hospital, Doctors and restaurants. Everyone cares for their yards. it is safe. A mixture of all ages here. Neighborhood watch. "
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  • Samantha D.
    "I love the Duckpond but the crime has been high. People speed in the neighborhood. We love walking around the Duckpond and up to the Thomas Center. It’s an expensive neighborhood to live in and still a lot of petty theft. "
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  • Michelle B.
    "Octoberfest Easter egg hunts Christmas tree lighting farmers markets all sorts of celebrations for all ages "
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  • Paulette P.
    "Garage sales, friendly neighbors. Very safe neighborhood and all love the pets and enjoy hangouts after work with neighbors. I’m an alcoholic and there are a lot of meetings in the area. "
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