2626 NW 7TH ROAD, MLS# – GC528232

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Tucked away on more than 2.5 acres less than a mile from UF and Shands, this one-of-a-kind property offers the serenity of a nature preserve right in the heart of Gainesville. Perched high above Hogtown Creek, the home captures sweeping, tree-top views and complete privacy — a rare combination of acreage, location, and natural beauty.

Step inside to a dramatic two-story great room wrapped in cedar batten-and-board with a striking Spade stone fireplace that anchors the space and frames the view beyond. Walls of windows blur the line between indoors and out, filling every room with light and a connection to the surrounding preserve. The main level features a formal living room with bay windows, a spacious dining room with custom built-ins, and an island kitchen with double ovens and breakfast area opening to the pool deck.

The primary suite is a peaceful retreat overlooking the pool and wooded backdrop, while upstairs offers five additional bedrooms (two of which have ensuite bathrooms) plus an office and game room — plenty of space for family, guests, or multi-generational living. Recent updates include a NEW 2024 roof, newer water heaters, fresh interior and exterior paint, and luxury vinyl flooring. Outdoors, enjoy the 30,000-gallon pool, multiple decks, and direct access to the creek below.

With timeless design, enduring craftsmanship, and unmatched privacy, this Shands Woods retreat blends the best of nature and convenience — minutes to UF, Shands, the VA, and downtown, yet worlds away from it all.

Additional Details

• Architectural Style: Custom
• Baths Full: 4
• Baths Half: 2
• Modification Timestamp: October 11, 2025 at 08:07pm
• Builder Model: Custom
• Builder Name: John VanMill
• Building Area: 6295
• Cooling: Central Air
• Days on the Market: 218
• Direction Faces: North
• Directions: DO NOT USE GOOGLE MAPS (you will end up in neighborhood behind). Apple Maps is good. From 8th Ave turn south on 23rd St. Make first right on 7th Rd. Keep to right and you will go through open gates. Home ahead and up the hill.
• Fireplace Features: Family Room, Stone, Wood Burning
• Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
• Foundation Details: Slab
• Heating: Central
• Laundry Features: Laundry Room
• Levels: Two
• List Agent Email: [email protected]
• List Agent: Laurie Obreza
• List Agent Phone: 352-213-5455
• List Office: BOSSHARDT REALTY SERVICES LLC
• List Office Phone: 352-371-6100
• Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Other
• Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, City Lot, Oversized Lot, Private
• MLS Area Major: 32607 - Gainesville
• MLS Status: Active
• Modification Time Stamp: October 11, 2025 at 08:05pm
• Roof: Shingle
• Source System: 747756581
• Status Change Time: March 7, 2025 at 09:20pm
• View: Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods, Water
• WaterSource: Public
• Zoning: RSF1