Do not miss your chance to own this IMMACULATE 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home located in the highly sought-after Longleaf Village subdivision. This certified energy efficient green home boasts an open floor plan with high ceilings, a large living space, an abundance of natural light, hardwood floors, and a huge kitchen with a breakfast bar peninsula. The spacious primary suite features a large closet and bathroom with a beautiful ceramic tiled shower and double sinks. Green upgrades include "heat shield" roof barrier, "sunset" heat-block windows, and tankless water heater! Located just one block from Longleaf’s top notch amenities, including a clubhouse, beach entry resort-style pool, kiddie fountain, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball court, playground, and fitness center. All front yard maintenance is included, allowing you extra time to lounge in your very own screened in lanai looking out towards your beautiful, fully fenced backyard. This home has been impeccably cared for and it shows!
Single-familyProperty Type
2010Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$251Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Maddie Higgins• KELLER WILLIAMS GAINESVILLE REALTY PARTNERS
Do not miss your chance to own this IMMACULATE 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home located in the highly sought-after Longleaf Village subdivision. This certified energy efficient green home boasts an open floor plan with high ceilings, a large living space, an abundance of natural light, hardwood floors, and a huge kitchen with a breakfast bar peninsula. The spacious Master suite features a large closet and bathroom with a beautiful ceramic tiled shower and double sinks. Green upgrades include "heat shield" roof barrier, "sunset" heat-block windows, and tankless water heater! Located just one block from Longleaf’s top notch amenities, including a clubhouse, beach entry resort-style pool, kiddie fountain, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball court, playground, and fitness center. All front yard maintenance is included, allowing you extra time to lounge in your very own screened in lanai looking out towards your beautiful, fully fenced backyard. This home has been impeccably cared for and it shows!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #GC413607
May 7, 2018
Sold
$235,000
$166/sq ft
Apr 4, 2018
Listed
$235,000
$166/sq ft
Beautifully open floor plan with "hand-scraped" hardwood floors, big kitchen with new "black stainless" appliances and large island/snack-bar that overlooks the great room! The Master Bedrooms and both guest rooms have new carpet, freshly painted interior, high ceilings and both bathrooms are spacious with designer tile and fixtures. Fresh sod and mulch in the backyard with irrigation offer you plenty of room for your little ones or pets to roam! Tons of "Green" features including 16 SEER HVAC, "Heat-Shield" roof barrier, insulated heat-block windows, TANKLESS gas water heater & more! Longleaf''s top notch amenities include 24-hour fitness center, beach-entry pool, tennis, basketball court, clubhouse, sidewalks throughout and ALL FRONT LAWN MAINTENANCE INCLUDED!
Public Records
Apr 22, 2010
Sold
$394,500
$278/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,431 (−1.1%)
$83,000 + $203,945
$286,945
2024
$5,492 (−6.9%)
$83,000 + $203,945
$286,945
2023
$5,896 (+8.6%)
$55,000 + $209,676
$264,676
2022
$5,431 (+4.0%)
$55,000 + $209,676
$264,676
2021
$5,222 (+6.8%)
$55,000 + $185,843
$240,843
2020
$4,889 (−1.5%)
$79,000 + $148,327
$227,327
2019
$4,964 (+62.0%)
$60,000 + $149,399
$209,399
2018
$3,065 (−0.9%)
2017
$3,092 (+6.7%)
2016
$2,898 (+3.4%)
2014
$2,803
Tax history for 8458 SW 78th Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,431 (−1.1%)
$83,000 + $203,945
$286,945
2024
$5,492 (−6.9%)
$83,000 + $203,945
$286,945
2023
$5,896 (+8.6%)
$55,000 + $209,676
$264,676
2022
$5,431 (+4.0%)
$55,000 + $209,676
$264,676
2021
$5,222 (+6.8%)
$55,000 + $185,843
$240,843
2020
$4,889 (−1.5%)
$79,000 + $148,327
$227,327
2019
$4,964 (+62.0%)
$60,000 + $149,399
$209,399
2018
$3,065 (−0.9%)
2017
$3,092 (+6.7%)
2016
$2,898 (+3.4%)
2014
$2,803
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
1,418
Year built
2010
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alachua County
APN
07098-204-174
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
PD
Planned Development District
It is the purpose of this district to promote the development of land as phased planned communities and the utilization of creative concepts for development planning not otherwise provided in this ULDC, in a manner that is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
Feb 14, 2027 • Final
Mechanical
Replace the heating and air conditioning system with a unit of the same tonnage.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Garage Faces Rear
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch
Exterior Features: Sidewalk
Fencing: Wood
Property Features
Universal Property Id: US-12001-N-07098204174-R-N
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Water View Y/N: 0
Water Access Y/N: 0
Water Extras Y/N: 0
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 1
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: PD
Land Information
Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 890
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 189.89
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,431.40
Tax Year: 2025
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $1,500
Total Monthly Fees: $125
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
Association Name: Vesta Property Services
Has HOA
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Monthly HOA Amount: 125.00
Association Amenities: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Recreation Facilities
Association Fee: $375
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: Pool, Recreational Facilities
Location Information
Directions: Coming from I 75 head west on Archer Rd. Turn left onto SW 88th St. Take the third exit at roundabout onto SW 73rd Ave. Take the second exit at roundabout onto SW 77th Ln. Take your first left onto Sw 78th Rd. It is the second house on the left.
Community Information
Community Features: Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights
Pets Allowed: Yes
Development: LongLeaf
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,418
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2010
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Alachua County
APN: 07098-204-174
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 352-240-0600
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 13
Status Contractual Search Date: 2026-03-24
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 251.06
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: Southwest
Home Information
Living Area: 1418
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 131.74
Building Area Total: 2044
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Kimball Wiles Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
Kanapaha Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
Gainesville High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 8.2mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$339,000 – $410,000
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