
5016 NW 36TH STREET, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32605
Active115 days on marketListed Apr 12, 2026MLS #GC539367
About this home
5016 NW 36TH STREET
Beautifully updated, turn-key pool home in NW Gainesville's Northwood neighborhood. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home was built in 1969 and has a large fenced lot on .32 of an acre. Prime location just 3 miles to the University of Florida, downtown Gainesville and walking distance to nearby shops and restaurants. A bird lovers dream with counts as high as 18 different types of birds in one afternoon. Solid concrete block construction with all the heavy lifting already done for you including new 30 year architectural shingle roof (2026), water lines replaced (2021) sewer line replaced (2023) HVAC air handler replaced (2023), tankless gas water heater (2023), kitchen, bathroom, windows and sliding glass door updated (2020). From the covered front porch you enter the light and bright open floor plan to the Great Room. Updated fans and interior paint complement the tile floor and large picture window overlooking the front garden. This room opens to the kitchen, which features stainless steel appliances, wood cabinets, granite countertops, a center island with a breakfast bar and a gas range. To the right of the kitchen is a breakfast area or additional seating. Through the kitchen is the laundry room with additional storage and access to the one car garage. Next to the garage is a covered canopy for additional parking. Off the kitchen is the current dining room which has sliding glass doors that open to the screened in-ground pool. It has a new liner (2023) and a new pool timer and vacuum system (2026). The large pool deck offers plenty of space for entertaining friends or family. In 2022 a metal gazebo and wood deck were added to give you a great covered dining and entertaining space. Back to the Great Room, going left down the center hall leads you to two guest bedrooms with newer fans, updated windows and blinds. They share a guest bathroom that has also been updated with new paint, window, plumbing and light fixtures as well as a new vanity. The primary bedroom has built-in closets and a private en suite bathroom. The bathroom was updated with a modern custom shower, vanity, plumbing and light fixtures. You will love the clean lines and that the home is filled with natural light. Zoned for Norton Elementary, Westwood Middle and Gainesville High Schools. No HOA. Truly a solid home in great condition.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,380
Sqft
0.32 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1969
Year built
One
Levels
$279
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$3,066 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:

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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,066/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+30.3%
$/sqft vs NORTHWOOD
$279 vs $226
Days on market
115 vs 45 typical
Where $279/sqft sits among the 13 homes for sale in NORTHWOOD
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Gainesville
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GAINESVILLE 32605 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
25,698
Median age
40.5
Median income
$83,114
Median home value
$264,700
Avg household
2.34
Households w/ children
2,649
For the school run
Alachua County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Gainesville market
$294K → $340K
Gainesville median sold, yr/yr
96.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
5 of 13
NORTHWOOD have cut their price
Median sold price, Gainesville, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 51% above the GAINESVILLE 32605 median. See the full Gainesville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5016 NW 36TH STREET
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$291,000
3126 NW 46TH PLACE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,440 sqft · $202/sqft · 12 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$245,000
4421 NW 32ND STREET · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,303 sqft · $188/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$259,900
3315 NW 45TH AVENUE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,290 sqft · $201/sqft · 38 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.

Your agent
Eric Chery
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5016 NW 36TH STREET — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5016 NW 36TH STREET — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5016 NW 36TH STREET FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5016 NW 36TH STREET?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,066/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 5016 NW 36TH STREET?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $5,632. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Gainesville?+
At $385,000, this home is listed about 31% above the Gainesville median of $294,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5016 NW 36TH STREET?+
Gainesville High School (high), Carolyn Beatrice Parker Elementary (elementary), Westwood Middle School (middle) — Alachua County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$385,000 runs 51% above the GAINESVILLE 32605 median.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Time on market is leverage
115 days on market against a Gainesville median of 45 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $400,000, now $385,000 — a $15K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of ARISTA REALTY · Mike Hastings. MLS #GC539367.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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