$655,000
About this home
Significant Price Improvement — A Rare Opportunity in the Historic Duckpond Discover one of the largest remaining parcels in Gainesville’s storied Duckpond neighborhood—a prime canvas for developers, preservationists, and anyone drawn to the charm of Old Florida. This property offers exceptional flexibility: enjoy the sweeping grounds as an urban oasis, or explore the option to split the lot and create an additional residence in one of the city’s most sought-after historic districts. At the heart of the property stands the beloved Stringfellow Home, a character-rich historic residence awaiting its next steward. Original hardwood floors, French doors, a working fireplace, and a sun-drenched Florida room showcase the craftsmanship of a bygone era and invite thoughtful restoration or sensitive modernization. Perfectly situated between Tom Petty Park and the Historic Thomas Center, the home is surrounded by shaded sidewalks and architectural treasures—ideal for those who appreciate a neighborhood with a story. Just beyond your doorstep, you can stroll to the Grove Street Farmers Market, Bo Diddley Plaza, and the Hippodrome State Theatre, all less than a mile away. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features a distinctive bonus room encased in windows, overlooking the wooded grounds. Two additional bedrooms enjoy abundant natural light and a shared Jack-and-Jill bath. The original brick garage—already outfitted with electric and water—offers exciting potential for a workshop, studio, or a future accessory dwelling unit. Whether you’re envisioning a preservation project, an income-producing development, this Duckpond gem delivers endless possibilities in an unbeatable location.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS #
- MFRGC534686
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- ELLIOT & LENGLE ADD TO GVILLE
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 292
- On market date
- October 13, 2025
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 3
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.49 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 243
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.8:1
- District
- ALACHUA
- Enrollment
- 114
- Student:teacher ratio
- 22.8:1
- District
- ALACHUA
- Enrollment
- 182
- Student:teacher ratio
- 30.3:1
- District
- ALACHUA
Walkability
Blended score for GAINESVILLE's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 2, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.