717 NE Boulevard Gainesville, FL 32601
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,127 sqft
Price per Sqft $355
Subdivision Highlands
MLS Listing ID A12064805
Style Detached,One Story
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1934
Annual Tax Amount $12,562
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 0.640 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Original hardwood floors, crystal doorknobs, abundant natural light, and a stunning marble fireplace capture the home's timeless charm. Thoughtfully updated for modern living, the spacious chef's kitchen offers stone countertops, extensive cabinetry, a generous pantry, and contemporary conveniences while honoring the home's historic character. A bright sunroom with terracotta tile floors is perfect for reading, working, or enjoying garden views.
Set on more than half an acre—a rarity in the Duckpond—the property unfolds into enchanting outdoor spaces. Sip morning coffee in the private courtyard, then follow winding paths through an English garden blooming with azaleas, jasmine, camellias, ferns, and agapanthus. Around one corner, discover a teak gazebo with bench swings; around another, a lawn made for games and garden parties. Cardinals, blue jays, and woodpeckers add gentle activity to a setting that feels worlds away, yet downtown Gainesville's restaurants, Hippodrome Theatre, and nightlife are only a 10-minute walk away.
With a newer roof (2022), updated bathrooms, and a beautifully renovated kitchen, the Thomas House seamlessly blends historic elegance and modern comfort. More than a home, it is an opportunity to become the next steward of a remarkable piece of Gainesville history.
Location
State FL
County Alachua
Community Highlands
Area 5940 Florida Other
Direction From W University Ave turn north on NE Boulevard, home is on the right
Interior
Interior Features Bedroom on Main Level, Breakfast Area, Entrance Foyer, Family/Dining Room, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), First Floor Entry, Fireplace, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air, Electric
Flooring Hardwood, Tile, Wood
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Some Gas Appliances, Built-In Oven, Microwave, Other, Refrigerator
Exterior
Exterior Feature Enclosed Porch, Other, Patio, Room For Pool, Shed
Pool None
View Y/N No
View None
Roof Type Shingle
Porch Patio, Porch, Screened
Garage No
Private Pool No
Building
Faces West
Story 1
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Detached, One Story
Additional Building Shed(s)
Structure Type Block
Others
Pets Allowed Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
Senior Community No
Restrictions No Restrictions
Tax ID 12296-000-000
Security Features Smoke Detector(s)
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Special Listing Condition Listed As-Is
Pets Allowed Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
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