Charming Duckpond concrete block home. This 1966 home is located in the heart of the iconic Duckpond neighborhood--not on the outskirts or perimeter, but situated within the boundaries of the iconic Duckpond community. The Duckpond is one of Gainesville's oldest neighborhoods with beautiful majestic live oaks, historic homes and considered Gainesville's cultural center. Enjoy the vibrancy of downtown life while tucked away on a quiet low-traffic terrace. Located a few blocks from the historic Thomas Center; within walking distance to downtown, Innovation District and less than two miles to UF, Shands and VA. This home is turn-key ready & easily insurable with upgraded electrical panel, updated plumbing (re-piped), new HVAC, new dishwasher, new range, updated bamboo flooring (no carpet), underground high-speed fiber optic lines, new tile in bathrooms, new fixtures, new toilets, new drywall coating, and new attic insulation. The home has a wonderful floorplan featuring a formal living room, formal dining room, kitchen, bonus over-sized great room, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, lots of closets throughout, interior laundry room with basin and one-car garage. Enjoy spending time on the front porch or the screened back porch. Yard is completely fenced. This home is bright and cheerful with great natural light. Only minutes to Publix on Main Street, Walkable to downtown farmers market, restaurants, public library and the best in entertainment including The Hippodrome State Theatre. Plenty of parking for you and your guests with additional side parking pad. Easy access to the Roper Park, Northeast Park (Tom Petty Park), Alfred Ring Park, Kiwanis Park and Smokey Bear Park.