Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this beautifully updated home on a rare 0.88-acre lot backing directly to the 111-acre protected Serenola Preserve, offering exceptional privacy and a peaceful natural setting. Conveniently located near UF, Shands, shopping, and dining, this property combines the best of Gainesville living with the feel of a private retreat.

Inside, you'll find an expansive 280+ square foot heated and cooled sunroom, a spacious primary suite with a walk-in closet and updated bath, and a versatile air-conditioned bonus room ideal for a home office, gym, or potential flex space. The updated kitchen, fresh interior and exterior paint, and numerous recent improvements make this home truly move-in ready.

Major updates completed between 2024-2026 include a renovated kitchen and primary bath, full perimeter fencing, a new shed, irrigation upgrades, updated electrical switches and receptacles, and HVAC servicing. Additional features include a durable metal roof, double-pane vinyl windows, a high-efficiency dual-zone Trane HVAC system, updated appliances, ceiling fans throughout, and recently installed fiber internet on the street.

The beautifully landscaped property features mature fruit trees including orange, grapefruit, fig, mulberry, and loquat, along with majestic oaks, magnolias, and colorful flowering plants. With low utility costs, abundant outdoor space, and direct access to nature, this unique property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, comfort, and convenience in one exceptional package.