18708 NW 242 STREET, High Springs, FL 32643

$449,000 Asking Price

4 beds
3 baths
2,785  sqft
Built in 1937

The embodiment of small town Florida. This cozy 4 bed 3 bath arts and crafts home perfectly reflects the historic feel of the area. Located walking distance to downtown High Springs, this beautiful ¾ acre property boasts a number of unique features. These include multiple living rooms and dining spaces with beautiful hardwood flooring, 10 foot ceilings, a rare basement, huge attic, all wrapped in a solid concrete block construction (full foundation not on piers). This property is high and dry, and is covered with a sturdy metal roof. The backyard backs up to a serene wooded area with no neighbors behind and features an above ground pool, a storage shed, RV hookups, and an outdoor shower connected to the rec area perfect for entertaining and relaxing. This makes camping in the nearby springs the perfect weekend activity. You can enjoy the benefits of the small town lifestyle like low utilities (no GRU) and access to Ginnie Springs, Poe Springs, and Gilchrist Blue Natural Springs all under 10 miles away. In addition, you still have access to modern amenities like shopping in downtown High Springs or commuting to the University of Florida just 30 minutes away. This property has incredible potential for a variety of uses including everything from a bed and breakfast to a charming personal residence, this truly unique property is one you must see.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat, Window Treatments
Rooms:
Attic, Formal Dining Room Separate, Formal Living Room Separate, Storage Rooms
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry:
Inside
Basement:
Interior Entry, Unfinished
Flooring:
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
A/C:
true, Central Air
Heating:
true, Electric
Fireplace:
Free Standing, Wood Burning, Fireplace

Exterior

General:
Garden, Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Storage, Storage
Style:
Historical, Traditional
Pool:
Above Ground, Pool Sweep
Parking:
Circular Driveway, Driveway

Construction

Roofing:
Metal
Windows:
Blinds, Window Treatments
General:
Block, Concrete, Wood Frame, Wood Siding, One, Basement, Block, Other

Location

Road/Access:
Paved
Originating MLS:
Stellar MLS
County:
Alachua

Lot

Zoning:
R2, GE FOSTER ADDN PB A-6 LOTS 3 BK 82 & 10 FT ADJ ON S SIDE & LOT 4 BK 82 LESS S 25 FT OF W 100 FT OF LOT 4 ALSO COM SW COR LOT 3 S 27 DEG W 10 FT POB S 27 DEG W 11.57 FT S 57 DEG E 150.73 FT N 27 DEG E 26.40 FT N 63 DEG W 150 FT POB OR 3180 /0745) OR 4956/1, 00799000000
View:
Trees/Woods
Fencing:
Wood

Utilities

Utilities:
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Stellar MLS
Buyers Agent Compensation:
3%
NA Compensation:
0%

This listing courtesy of:
KELLER WILLIAMS GAINESVILLE REALTY PARTNERS, Brett Kean

About High Springs, FL

Housing

Number of Units
5,366
Median Home Value
$186,723
Median Rent
$929

17.10% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.41% are vacant.

Commute

Car
84.48%
Public Transportation
0.04%
Walk to Work
0.21%
Work from Home
14.80%
Other
0.27%

The median travel time to work is 27 minutes.

People

Population
12,394
Median Age
41.90
Median Household Size
2.70

Education

High School
30.85%
Associate’s Degree
15.06%
Bachelor’s Degree
13.62%
Graduate Degree
6.59%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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