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Downtown Former Fire Station Site
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$1,500,000

427 S Main Street Gainesville, Gainesville, FL 32601

Commercial land in Gainesville’s Downtown Business District, formerly Fire Station 1, demolished in March 2026.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market43

Property Features for 427 S Main Street Gainesville

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Land

Amenities

No
Chain Link
Other
1.04
Listing Agency:
Listed By: Christina Freeman
Source: Movetojacksonville
Added: Jul 5 Changed: Aug 15 Last Checked: Aug 16 at 3:20AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Christina Freeman

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This commercial land site was previously home to “Fire Station 1,” which served from about 1962 through 2017 before closing. The former facility was constructed in 1980 and included 15,168 square feet of vertical space, with 10,632 square feet heated. The structure has since been demolished as of March 2026.

Located in the Downtown Business District of Gainesville, Florida, the property is situated at 427 S Main Street. With the former building removed, the site is presented as vacant land for future redevelopment or reuse consistent with applicable requirements.

As a former fire station location, the asset may be of interest to buyers seeking a downtown infill parcel with an existing history as a public safety facility and cleared improvements.

Key Highlights

  • Former Fire Station 1 in Gainesville’s Downtown Business District, built in 1980
  • 15,168 sq ft vertical space (10,632 sq ft heated) when in use
  • Used as Fire Station 1 from about 1962 through 2017, then closed

Property Analytics

Current Use

Commercial land

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom Plumbing Service Daycare Center

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,129
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 32601, FL

22,039
Population
11,204
Households
2
Avg Household Size
27
Median Age
62%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
4.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
4,791
Density / Sq Mi
$30,878
Median Household Income
$18,954
Median Earnings
$1,092
Median Rent
$284,200
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Commercial land - Commercial land in Gainesville’s Downtown Business District, formerly Fire Station 1, demolished in March 2026.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 427 S Main Street Gainesville Gainesville, FL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Former Fire Station 1 in Gainesville’s Downtown Business District, built in 1980; 15,168 sq ft vertical space (10,632 sq ft heated) when in use; Used as Fire Station 1 from about 1962 through 2017, then closed
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