Urban Mixed-Use Development
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238 W University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
Cleared downtown acreage carries UMUH land use and Downtown zoning with 40 permitted uses.
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Days on Market141
Property Features for 238 W University Avenue
General Information
Standard status
Pending
Property subtype
Land
Listing Agency:
Coldwell Banker Commercial M.M. Parrish Realtors Gainesville
Listed By:
Greg Johnson · License #FL
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Crexi
Added: Apr 12
Changed: Aug 29
Last Checked: Aug 29 at 3:33PM
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This 2.51-acre commercial land parcel has been cleared of all buildings and is designated Urban Mixed High Intensity (UMUH). Downtown zoning allows development up to 12 stories and 172 feet, while a portion within 100 feet of the Pleasant Street historic district along NW 2nd Ave. is limited to 3 stories.
The site is located on West University Avenue in downtown Gainesville, one block from the Santa Fe College Downtown campus, which is currently under construction with 86,300 SF planned. Nearby parking includes 100 spaces in a parking garage. Permitted uses span 40 categories, including hotels, apartments, retail, offices, research and development labs, and personal or business services. Density is allowed at 100 units per acre by right, with up to 125 units per acre through a special use permit. The property is also within an Opportunity Zone.
The site is located on West University Avenue in downtown Gainesville, one block from the Santa Fe College Downtown campus, which is currently under construction with 86,300 SF planned. Nearby parking includes 100 spaces in a parking garage. Permitted uses span 40 categories, including hotels, apartments, retail, offices, research and development labs, and personal or business services. Density is allowed at 100 units per acre by right, with up to 125 units per acre through a special use permit. The property is also within an Opportunity Zone.
Key Highlights
- 2.51‑acre cleared commercial land parcel on West University Avenue
- Urban Mixed High Intensity (UMUH) land use and Downtown zoning
- Development permitted up to 12 stories and 172 ft; 3‑story limit applies within 100 ft of the historic district
Property Analytics
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Trade Area within ½ mile
2,708
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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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What type of property is this?
Commercial land - Cleared downtown acreage carries UMUH land use and Downtown zoning with 40 permitted uses.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 238 W University Avenue Gainesville, FL.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2.51‑acre cleared commercial land parcel on West University Avenue; Urban Mixed High Intensity (UMUH) land use and Downtown zoning; Development permitted up to 12 stories and 172 ft; 3‑story limit applies within 100 ft of the historic district
