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$374,900 | 4 beds | 3 full baths | N/A half baths | 2,785 sqft
High Springs, FL 32643
- 4Beds
- 3.00Total Baths
- 3 Full, 0 HalfBaths
- 2,785SqFt
- 1937Year Built
- 0.73Acres
- MLS# GC538630
- Residential
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Active
- Approx Time on Market2 months, 14 days
- Area32643 - High Springs
- CountyAlachua
- Subdivision G M Whetstone Estate Add To H S
Overview
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. SOLID AS A ROCK!Step into a rare piece of High Springs history where timeless craftsmanship meets modern comfort. Perfectly situated on a quiet street just blocks from downtown, this one-of-a-kind 1937 arts-and-crafts farmhouse offers the walkable lifestyle you want with the peaceful feel of country livingall on a beautiful acre lot.Built to last, this home showcases solid decorative concrete block construction, heavy concrete headers, and a full foundationtrue quality you can feel the moment you arrive. Elevated at 66 feet and high and dry, this 2,850 sq ft residence delivers both durability and peace of mind.Inside, character shines through with hardwood floors, soaring 10-foot ceilings, antique door hardware, and thoughtfully designed living spaces. With 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, including three en suite bedrooms, this layout is ideal for multi-generational living, hosting guests, or creating income potential. Two spacious living rooms and two dining areas offer flexibility for entertaining or everyday comfort.The kitchen features custom wood cabinetry, an island with storage space, new stainless steel appliances (2023), and a generous walk-in pantry. A large laundry room adds convenience, while modern upgrades like gig-speed fiber optic internet, whole-home surge protection, and a new HVAC system (2024) ensure efficiency and connectivity. Seller is offering a One Year Home Warranty and there is also a termite contract in place for even more peace of mind. This home also offers incredibly rare features, including a dry basement and a massive attic with a 15-foot peak spanning the full length of the homeready to be transformed into additional living space.Step outside to your private retreat: an above-ground pool with new liner, RV hookup with full utilities, a 10x12 concrete block shed, and no rear neighborsjust your own peaceful backdrop of gardens, flowering plants, and natural wildlife including deer, birds, and butterflies.With a metal roof (2021), low utilities, and endless potentialincluding room for an ADU and additional entrancesthis property is a dream for those who appreciate architecture, craftsmanship, and opportunity.Homes like this are truly irreplaceable. Built to stand the test of time, this High Springs gem is ready to carry its legacy forward for generations to come.
Agriculture / Farm
Association Fees / Info
Pets Allowed: Yes
Bathroom Info
Total Baths: 3.00
Fullbaths: 3
Building Info
Window Features: Blinds, DoublePaneWindows, InsulatedWindows, WindowTreatments
Roof: Metal
Building Area Source: PublicRecords
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Style: Craftsman, Custom
Pool Features: AboveGround, Vinyl
Patio: Covered, FrontPorch
Pool Private: Yes
Exterior Features: Garden, Lighting, PrivateYard, RainGutters, Storage
Fees / Restrictions
Financial
Original Price: $384,900
Garage / Parking
Parking Features: CircularDriveway, Driveway
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Floors: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Levels: One
Spa: Yes
Laundry Features: LaundryRoom
Interior Features: CeilingFans, CrownMolding, HighCeilings, MainLevelPrimary, OpenFloorplan, WalkInClosets, WindowTreatments, Attic, SeparateFormalDiningRoom
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, ElectricWaterHeater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Spa Features: AboveGround
Lot Info
Direction Remarks: From intersection of Hwy 441 and Main Street in High Springs, go north on Hwy 441 - turn left onto NW 242nd St and watch for property on the right.
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.73
Lot Sqft: 31,799
Lot Desc: CityLot, OversizedLot, Landscaped
Misc
Other
Other Structures: Sheds, Storage, Workshop
Special Conditions: None
Security Features: SmokeDetectors
Other Rooms Info
Basement: InteriorEntry,Partial,Unfinished
Property Info
Section: 34
Class Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Construction Materials: Block
Stories: 1
Total Stories: 1
Foundation: Basement
Human Modified: Yes
Room Info
Total Rooms: 5
Sqft Info
Sqft: 2,785
Bulding Area Sqft: 2,960
Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Living Area Source: PublicRecords
Tax Info
Tax Year: 2,025
Tax Lot: 4
Tax Legal Description: 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 4 956/1725 & OR 5012/2400
Tax Annual Amount: 6249.49
Tax Book Number: A-6
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Central, Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer: PublicSewer
Cool System: CentralAir, CeilingFans
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Utilities: ElectricityConnected, HighSpeedInternetAvailable, MunicipalUtilities, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
Waterfront / Water
View: Yes
View: TreesWoods
Schools
Elem: High Springs Community School-Al
Middle: High Springs Community School-Al
High: Santa Fe High School-Al
Directions
From intersection of Hwy 441 and Main Street in High Springs, go north on Hwy 441 - turn left onto NW 242nd St and watch for property on the right.This listing courtesy of Horizon Realty Of Alachua Inc
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18708 NW 242nd Street, High Springs, Florida has 4 Beds, 3 Full Bath, and 0 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 18708 NW 242nd Street, High Springs, Florida is GC538630.
The price for 18708 NW 242nd Street, High Springs, Florida is $374,900.
The status of 18708 NW 242nd Street, High Springs, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 18708 NW 242nd Street, High Springs, Florida is G M Whetstone Estate Add To H S.
The home located at 18708 NW 242nd Street, High Springs, Florida was built in 2026.