8524 SW 68th Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
SOLD
MAY 1, 2026

8524 SW 68th Rd
Gainesville, FL 32608

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,698 sqft

$349,000

Last Sold: May 1, 2026
$206/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,461/mo*
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$349,000

Last Sold: May 1, 2026
$206/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,461/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,698 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2003
Living Area
1,698 sqft
Price/Sqft
$206/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

APPLICATION PENDING Three Bedroom Two Bath in Mentone's Pool Community - You will love this spacious, open floor plan! The living room is open and bright with vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors and a french door leading to a screened lanai. The back yard is fully fenced with privacy fence and is pet friendly. The kitchen is galley style and has all white appliances . The dining room is just off the kitchen with windows overlooking the lanai and back yard. The office featured in the front of the home gives privacy or could be used as a playroom. The spacious master suite has bathroom with dual sinks, jetted tub, shower and walk in closet. The two additional carpeted bedrooms share a large bathroom with ceramic tile floors and oversized vanity. The indoor laundry room is just inside the house as you enter from the 2 car garage. The home has an alarm system that can be hooked up by a monitoring company at the tenants' expense. Mentone features a community pool, as well as a kiddie pool, pavilion, playground, tennis court, basketball court, sand volleyball court, soccer field and nature trails.

Pets: Okay with non-refundable pet fee of $250.00 per pet. Two pet maximum. No aggressive breeds.

Contact Suzanne Melton at Union Properties to schedule a tour!

No Cats Allowed

(RLNE6295628)
8524 SW 68th Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,698 sqft single-family home built in 2003. It last sold for $349,000 on May 1, 2026. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2020 with an asking price of $1,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 19, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $348,100, with a rent estimate of $2,164/month.

Home Details for 8524 SW 68th Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, ElectricAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: None, Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2003Year Updated: 2003
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $206/sqft

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Price History for 8524 SW 68th Rd

DatePriceEventSource
05/01/2026$349,000Sold
N/A
12/19/2020$1,800ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/14/2020$1,800Listed For RentAgent Provided
08/29/2018$222,000Sold
N/A
06/19/2018$225,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/01/2017$1,625ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/03/2017$1,625Listed For RentAgent Provided
04/01/2015$1,495ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/13/2015$1,495Listed For RentAgent Provided
04/08/2014$1,495ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/14/2014$1,495PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/19/2013$1,595Listed For RentAgent Provided
06/26/2012$1,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/02/2012$1,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
10/24/2003$173,600Sold
N/A
06/27/2003$31,700Sold
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

Year2025
Tax$6,920
Assessment$325,582
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 8524 SW 68th Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8520 SW 66TH LANE, Gainesville, FL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$393,000
06/08/26
3
2
1,601
8406 SW 69TH PLACE, Gainesville, FL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$368,778
05/15/26
3
2
1,558
8414 SW 66TH LANE, Gainesville, FL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$305,000
07/27/26
3
2
1,353
8302 SW 66TH LANE, Gainesville, FL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$345,000
01/08/26
3
2
1,599
6840 SW 80TH DRIVE, Gainesville, FL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$379,000
11/06/25
3
2
1,863
8103 SW 71ST LANE, Gainesville, FL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$342,500
09/30/25
3
2
1,712
7127 SW 80TH WAY, Gainesville, FL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$379,000
12/19/25
3
2
1,702
6621 SW 81ST STREET, Gainesville, FL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$345,000
04/29/26
3
2
1,570
6908 SW 84TH DRIVE, Gainesville, FL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$410,000
07/17/26
4
3
1,913

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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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