Don't miss this 3-bed/2-bath concrete block home with converted bonus room and detached concrete block building in a centrally located NW Gainesville community with large shaded yards and no HOA! The home features updated double pane windows throughout, a new hot water heater (2024), and a newer roof (2021). Natural light greets you as you step into the living room that opens to the big eat-in kitchen with beautiful wood cabinets and sliding glass doors leading to the back patio and huge yard. Off the kitchen is the laundry room and converted bonus room with French doors. Down the hall to the right are two guest bedrooms, an updated guest bath with tub, and a primary suite that includes an updated handicap accessible bath with pocket door and walk-in shower. The backyard is filled with unique delights. There is a solid concrete block privacy wall, a nice large lawn, a firepit and seating area, a storage shed, and an awesome concrete block structure with three rooms and electricity, which can be used as a workshop, gym, and home office, to name a few. Located in the sought-after neighborhood of Northwood South, the property is in a good school district, and conveniently close to the YMCA, Santa Fe College, University of Florida, I-75, US 441, schools, restaurants, shopping centers, nature parks, and bio-tech research and development parks. This is a real gem with lots of potential in an amazing location, so schedule your private showing today!