Prime ±20-Acre Mixed-Use Development Opportunity — Gainesville, FL Unlock the potential of approximately 20 acres in one of Gainesville’s most sought-after growth corridors. Situated just off the high-visibility intersection of Williston Road and US-441, this site offers exceptional accessibility and strong traffic counts—ideal for mixed-use, residential, medical, or commercial development. Unbeatable Location & Regional Connectivity • 6 minutes to the University of Florida, UF Health Shands, and the Malcolm Randall VA Medical Center • 4 minutes to I-75 for seamless regional access • Under 10 minutes to Butler Plaza, Celebration Pointe, and Downtown Gainesville’s dining, shopping, and entertainment Income-Producing Assets The property currently includes two rental units plus revenue-generating billboards along high-traffic Williston Road, providing immediate cash flow while planning future development. Community Amenities Directly across the street, Squirrel Ridge Park offers a well-maintained, popular dog park and green space—an attractive feature for future residents or tenants.
East Gainesville, located between Downtown Gainesville and Newnans Lake, is a historic and residential Gainesville neighborhood with a grid of shaded streets and a strong civic footprint. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard corridor near SE 4th Avenue, where murals, small storefronts, and community institutions set an active street rhythm. The Historic Thomas Center and the Hippodrome Theatre anchor nearby cultural calendars, while Depot Park adds a waterfront promenade and food-hall energy. Housing ranges from mid-century ranches to older bungalows, with pockets of newer infill. Sidewalks and bike routes trace toward the Hawthorne Trail and the University of Florida campus edge. Green space and local venues shape a grounded, day-to-day pace.
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Property details
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Interior features
Mixed-use zoning permitted (R-1A)
Exterior features
Approximately 20 acres of land
Property includes 3 lots
Lot dimensions about 1165 x 768
Gravel road frontage
Approximately 571 feet of frontage
Zoning compatible with current use
Home design
Land property
Construction
No structures listed
Utilities
Electricity available
Septic tank on site
Water nearby
Sewer available
Other utilities available
HOA & community
Not in a development
Financial info
Annual property tax reported (2023)
Other
Property has additional parcels
Located near 441 south and 331 (look for sign)
Electricity and solar
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The single-family residential districts implement the estate residential, urban residential, and rural cluster policies of the Comprehensive Plan and the associated designations on the Future Land Use Map.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
May 11, 2020 • Final
Roofing
Roofing
Mar 18, 2018 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gainesville, FL • 32608
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1602A SW Williston Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $325,000 and $550,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $325K to $550K.