3 bedroom Single Family Residence at 174 NE 972ND STREET, SUWANNEE RIVER ACRES, BRANFORD — photo 1Front elevation
257 days on market Single Family Residence
$1,650,000
3-Bedroom Home in SUWANNEE RIVER ACRES

174 NE 972ND STREET, BRANFORD, FL 32008

Single Family Residence in SUWANNEE RIVER ACRES, BRANFORD · No CDD
SUWANNEE RIVER ACRES · BRANFORD, FL 32008 · Dixie
Listing data updated September 6, 2026 · refreshed twice daily
3Bedrooms
4.5Bathrooms
2,791Sq Ft
2004Year Built
$591Per Sq Ft
WaterfrontNo CDD
Momentum Research: independent market analysis, flood data, insurance estimates, buyer leverage, and objective property scoring, alongside the MLS listing. Not just the listing sheet.
in line with
$/sq ft vs community
$591 here vs $591 median sold (12 mo)
Buyer leverage
Buyer advantage
257 days on market
Zone AE
Flood risk
Confirm requirements with FEMA; ~22 ft elevation
$6k–$12k/yr
Est. insurance · illustrative
Not a carrier quote; premiums vary widely by property. Get a real quote.

Sources: Stellar MLS (listings + 12-mo closed sales), FEMA, modeled insurance. Interpretation: Momentum Research. Data notes

Highlights

As of September 6, 2026, 174 Ne 972Nd Street in Suwannee River Acres, Branford is listed at $1,650,000 (2,791 sq ft, about $591 per sq ft). It has been 257 days on market. Listing facts: built in 2004, waterfront, no HOA. The parcel maps to FEMA flood zone AE, a special flood hazard area where lenders generally require flood insurance. Figures are from the MLS record and county data; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

  • No CDD assessment on record
  • Built 2004 · 22 yrs
  • 2,791 sq ft of living area
  • 257 days on market
  • HOA ~$50/mo (estimate; confirm)
Property timeline

This home’s history

  • 2004BuiltPer public record
  • Jul 10, 2026First trackedObserved at $1,650,000
  • NowActiveCurrently for sale

Build year is from public record. Listing milestones reflect movewithmomentum.com’s own observations since we began tracking this listing and are not the MLS listing history; dates and prices are deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Financing

Estimated monthly payment

$10,707/mo
  • Principal & interest $8,526/mo 80%
  • Taxes $1,444/mo 13%
  • Insurance $687/mo 6%
  • HOA $50/mo 0%

$10,707/mo at 20% down, 30-yr @ 6.71% · edit any field to update.

Editable estimate — not a loan offer. Estimates only; see data & estimate notes.

Cost to own

Property taxes

✓ Based on certified county tax roll
Estimated property taxes after purchase
$28,300/yr
$2,358/mo·effective rate ~1.72%
Estimated from today’s asking price and current Dixie County tax rates.
⚠️

Many first-time Florida buyers are surprised when property taxes jump after closing. This estimate helps you budget before you make an offer.

Current owner pays $12,150/yr ($1,012/mo)
+$16,150 more each year
(+133%)

Most of this comes from Florida’s Save Our Homes assessment cap resetting when the home sells — the current owner’s protected assessment doesn’t transfer to a new buyer.

🛡️
Current ownerProtected by Save Our Homes
🔄
Home sellsResets the January after
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Buyer paysBased on purchase price
$50,722
Save Our Homes benefit
The current owner’s protected taxable value sits this much below market — which is why today’s bill is lower than a new buyer’s.
$737,600
Market value
$737,600
Assessed
$686,878
Taxable
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Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll (2025), Stellar MLS. County public record, not MLS data — matched to this home by parcel ID. Estimates are not a tax bill.

Momentum Scores

Momentum Property Score

42/100
Strongest on: Price vs area (50), Affordability (50)
0 limited50100 exceptional

42/100 is below average across the objective indicators below. It reflects only those measures — not the home’s quality, condition, or desirability.

A 0-100 score built from objective property and market data: flood risk, insurance, pricing, supply, affordability, and recent sales. Higher means more measures line up in a buyer’s favor. It reflects only the factors below.

Price vs area50
This home $591/sq ft vs the community 12-month median $591/sq ft.
Affordability50
List price $1,650,000 vs the community median $1,650,000. Not a measure of personal affordability.
Flood safety50
FEMA Zone AE, ~22 ft elevation. Verify the parcel with FEMA.
Insurance cost37
From FEMA Zone AE and a 2004 build. Obtain a property-specific quote.
Renovation upside24
From a 2004 build and $591/sq ft vs the community median $591/sq ft. Not a condition assessment.

Momentum Scores are objective, rules-based indicators computed from listing facts, public records, and recent nearby sales. They are not appraisals, valuations, investment advice, or judgments about a neighborhood or who should live there. Verify independently.

Momentum Research

The Momentum read

🟡 Asking $591 per square foot, about in line with the community’s $591 median. SUWANNEE RIVER ACRES’s 12-month median sold price per square foot is $591. MLS facts: Stellar MLS closed sales. A per-square-foot gap is context, not an appraisal; condition, lot, and view set the final number here.

What’s unique here: no CDD assessment.

Jump to: About this home · Every number, sourced · Monthly cost · Flood & risk · History · FAQ

Updated September 6, 2026 · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

Listing description

About this home

Enjoy true riverfront living on the Suwannee River in North Central Florida. This beautifully crafted two story riverfront home showcases solid construction and thoughtful design inside and out, offering an exceptional blend of comfort, function, and river lifestyle. Step inside to beautiful woodwork with custom built ins and cabinetry, along with vaulted ceilings that create an open and welcoming atmosphere.

The craftsmanship throughout the home is truly impressive and best appreciated in person. Just off the entryway, a full size bar with sink and wine fridge sits beside the recreation room with pool table. An elevator adds everyday convenience, making it easy to transport groceries, supplies, and more between levels.

The fully equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances with custom cabinetry and opens to a spacious living room with a gas burning fireplace. The primary suite is located on the second floor and includes a large walk in closet, master bath, a private office, and a balcony overlooking the river, perfect for enjoying peaceful mornings or evening sunsets. Additional bedrooms and bathrooms provide ample space for guests.

Outdoor living is where this property truly shines. A large screened porch sits just off the dining area, while elevated Trex decking features an outdoor kitchen with grill and bar area with sink, plus a full outdoor bathroom with private shower. A paver walkway leads down to a firepit area, perfect for cool evenings.

The private two story dock includes a boat lift, a screened room on the lower level, and a spacious upper sitting area with an outdoor dock shower. At night, the lighting along the home and dock creates a stunning view from the river’s edge. Two large storage rooms beneath the home provide additional space.

Also included is a separate building featuring a home gym with sauna, along with an RV and boat storage area with a half bath. This building has its own septic system, water, and electric, including four 50 amp RV hookups, offering excellent flexibility for storage, hobbies, equipment, or room for extra guests. The property sits on a 2.2 acre lot that is fully fenced and secured with an electronic gate.

Additional features include a paved circular driveway, irrigation system, and mature landscaping. Conveniently located just 400 feet off Highway 340, with easy access to Newberry, High Springs, and Alachua. A public boat ramp is approximately 300 feet away, and Rock Bluff Springs is just about 1,000 feet from the property.

This exceptional Suwannee River retreat offers privacy, space, and the laid back river lifestyle North Florida is known for. A truly one of a kind property.

Description provided by WATSON REALTY CORP and reproduced from the MLS; not independently verified.

Property facts & sources

Every fact, sourced

Listing data, public records, our calculations, and what to verify — each fact shown once. Estimates and calculations shown are for general information only, are not appraisals or advice, and should be independently verified.

Listing facts MLS

List price$1,650,000
Bed / bath3 / 4.5
Living area2,791 sq ft
Year built2004
Property typeSingle Family Residence
MLS #GC536074
Listing status257 days on market

Public records & third-party data

FEMA flood zoneZone AE
Ground elevation~22 ft
Windstorm exposureLow
CountyDixie
Estimated first-year tax~$17,325/yr
CDD assessmentNone on record
HOA (estimate)$50/mo

Calculated estimates

Price per sq ft$591
Estimated monthly payment$10,707
Insurance (illustrative)$6k–$12k/yr
Comparable-sales median$1,650,000

Buyer should verify Buyer verify

Exact HOA dues, fees, and restrictionsRoof age and conditionHVAC age and conditionA property-specific insurance quoteSurvey and lot boundariesPermit historyFlood-insurance requirementsSchool zoning (confirm with the district)Property taxes after sale (homestead reset)CDD / community assessmentsSquare footage and room dimensions
Listing courtesy of WATSON REALTY CORP · Listing agent: Haley Woodard · 352-377-8899Provided via the Stellar MLS Internet Data Exchange, as distributed by MLS GRID · Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID · Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. · deemed reliable but not guaranteedIDX 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 by the MLS to be accurate.
The Messtimate™

The Messtimate

This is a deliberately dumb estimate — living area times a range of recent neighborhood $/sq ft, and nothing else. It is not an appraisal, not market value, and not a valuation of this home. Even a tight range from comparable sales can’t price a specific home — here’s why.

$1,451,320the mess$1,847,642

Actual list price: $1,650,000 — compare it against the range above. The Messtimate is a blind sqft estimate; the list price reflects this specific home.

A 27% spread on the same house — and that gap is exactly what an automated guess can't see:

  • Condition & updates — a renovated kitchen or new roof vs. dated finishes can swing value six figures; sq ft can't see it.
  • The lot — this listing is waterfront; water frontage is priced far off a per-sq-ft average of the neighborhood.
  • Outliers skew it — one flip or distressed sale in the comps drags the whole $/sq ft up or down.
  • Carrying costs & concessions — CDD, HOA, insurance, and seller-paid buydowns change what a buyer actually pays.

And here's what the live market is doing — which the number above ignores entirely:

  • 53 active listings competing, 2 under contract

For reference, this home is listed at $1,650,000 ($591/sq ft) — a number set with analysis a Messtimate can't do.

Want a property-specific review from a licensed agent? A Momentum Realty agent will do a real, free comparative market analysis — walking the home, the lot, the condition, and the live market. That's the difference between a Messtimate and a valuation.

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Methodology: 2,791 sq ft × $520–$662/sq ft from recent nearby closed sales (public records). Estimate for general information only; not an appraisal, valuation, or offer. Updated September 6, 2026.

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Transparency

Price & listing history

Listed for $1,650,000Momentum Realty · on market 257 days
Public records

Building permits

Permit history not yet linkedConfirm permit history with the county building department.
Estimated ownership costs

Estimated costs & disclosures

Estimated ownership costs for general information. Confirm each with the county, your lender, and an insurer. See data & estimate notes.

Property tax (first-year est.)
~$17,325/yr

A rough first-year estimate only, applying a typical Dixie rate to the list price before any exemptions. Florida bills vary substantially after reassessment, homestead and other exemptions, and local taxing districts — this is not your expected bill. Confirm with the county property appraiser.

CDD assessment
None

No CDD assessment on record for this community.

Insurance (illustrative range)
$6k–$12k/yr

An illustrative modeled range, not based on carrier underwriting and not a quote. Florida premiums vary significantly by roof age, wind-mitigation features, claims history, and carrier — a real quote can land well outside this range. Flood zone AE — confirm flood coverage. Get a quote from a licensed insurer before relying on any figure.

HOA
$50/mo

Covers the master association & common areas. Confirm exact dues and what they include.

Environmental data

Flood zone & elevation

Sourced environmental data for the parcel. Confirm with FEMA and your insurer.

FEMA flood zone
Zone AE

From the FEMA flood map. Lender-required flood insurance may apply; confirm for the parcel.

Ground elevation
~22 ft

Approximate parcel elevation from USGS; confirm exact elevation with a survey.

Windstorm / insurance
Obtain a quote

This is a coastal Florida county. Premiums and coverage vary by home; obtain a quote from a licensed insurer.

Connectivity

Internet & broadband

Fiber
Check availability

AT&T Fiber covers much of NE Florida; confirm availability at the address.

Cable
Likely

Xfinity/Spectrum cable broadband is widely available.

5G Home
Backup

T-Mobile / Verizon fixed-wireless as a backup option.

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Market data · public records

Recent sales activity in SUWANNEE RIVER ACRES

Recent comparable closed sales near this home, from public records. Summary figures are for general reference only and are not a valuation of this property. See the SUWANNEE RIVER ACRES neighborhood guide for more.

Comparable sales found
0

Recent nearby closings in the data set.

Community median sale price
$1,650,000

Canonical 12-month median closed price. Reference only.

Community median $/sq ft
$591

Canonical 12-month median $/sq ft. Reference only.

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Assigned schools

Assigned schools

Schools currently assigned to this address in Dixie County, provided as neutral factual data. Assignments can change — confirm current zoning with the school district. This is not a statement about the home's suitability for any person or family.

School zoningThis address is in the Dixie County School District. Specific elementary, middle, and high-school assignments vary by street and can change. Confirm current zoning with the district before relying on it.
How it stacks up

Comparable recent sales

Recent closed sales nearby, with photos, so you can compare. Sold prices are public record, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

No closely comparable recent sales were found in this data set.

If you rent it out

Investment snapshot

Objective rental and cash-flow estimates for a buyer weighing this as an investment. Rough figures for general information only — not a guarantee of rent, an appraisal, or investment advice. Verify independently.

Estimated rent$7,562 – $11,000/moa rough gross-rent-yield range on list price (comp-based estimate coming).
Estimated cap rate4.5%Net operating income ÷ list price; excludes financing.
Est. monthly cash flow−$3,369 – −$275At 25% down, 30-yr; after a 10% vacancy/maintenance/management reserve.
Before you decide

Buyer research checklist

Items worth confirming for 174 Ne 972Nd Street, chosen from what the record shows. This is general guidance, not advice about this specific property.

  • Built in 2004 (22 years): ask for the roof and HVAC replacement dates — insurers commonly ask for roof age on homes this old, and it changes the premium.
  • The listing reports no HOA: confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to this parcel.
  • FEMA flood zone AE: lenders generally require flood insurance here — get an elevation certificate and a flood quote before the inspection period ends.
  • Get a homeowners insurance quote for this specific address in Dixie County; a wind-mitigation inspection and, on older homes, a four-point inspection can change the premium.
  • Waterfront: confirm seawall or dock condition and permits, and ask who owns and maintains the shoreline.
  • Listed living area is 2,791 sq ft: verify it against the property appraiser's record and measure before relying on it.
  • Order a survey to confirm lot boundaries and easements.
  • Review permit history with the county.
  • Property taxes: the estimate on this page (about $17,325/yr) assumes reassessment at the list price; the seller's homestead cap does not transfer, so their current bill is not a guide.
  • Confirm school zoning directly with the district.
Nearby & commute

Approximate distances

Approximate drive times for general reference only.

City
BRANFORD

Groceries, dining, and parks for this city — see the city guide.

County
Dixie

Schools, taxes, and services are county-administered — see the county guide.

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Community
SUWANNEE RIVER ACRES

Amenities and HOA/CDD detail on the neighborhood guide.

Provenance

Data sources & freshness

Listing recordStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 6, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, as of September 6, 2026
Flood zone & elevationFEMA flood maps + USGS elevation (Zone AE shown above)
Taxes & monthly costEstimated from county rates; not a quote
Insurance figureModeled estimate; obtain a real quote before offering
Schools2025-26 district assignments; verify with the district

Momentum Research lines are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates are informational, not appraisals or advice. Methodology: how Momentum scores are computed.

Answered before you ask

Frequently asked questions

How big is 174 Ne 972Nd Street and when was it built?

Per the listing record, 174 Ne 972Nd Street was built in 2004 and has 2,791 sq ft of living area, 3 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. Living area and lot size come from the MLS record and should be verified against the county property appraiser.

What community is 174 Ne 972Nd Street in?

174 Ne 972Nd Street is in Suwannee River Acres in Branford, Dixie County. The community section on this page shows recent closed sales, days on market, and active inventory for Suwannee River Acres from the same MLS data.

Does 174 Ne 972Nd Street have an HOA?

The listing reports no HOA. Confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to the parcel.

Why might property taxes on 174 Ne 972Nd Street differ from the current owner's?

The estimate on this page (about $17,325 per year) assumes reassessment at the list price. Florida's Save Our Homes rule caps annual assessment increases for homesteaded owners, and the assessment resets after a sale, so a new owner's bill may differ from the seller's. Any tax figure shown here is an estimate, not the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser and tax collector.

Is 174 Ne 972Nd Street in a flood zone?

The FEMA flood map places this parcel in Zone AE, a special flood hazard area where lenders generally require flood insurance on a mortgaged purchase. Confirm the parcel's status with FEMA and your insurer, and ask for an elevation certificate.

Can I rely on the figures on this page?

No. Estimated taxes, insurance, payments, and any market or comparable-sales summary are opinions and estimates for general information only and should not be relied upon. Verify all information independently before making any decision.

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