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$540,000

728 E UNIVERSITY AVENUE
GAINESVILLE, FL 32601

Single Family Residence|Sold 08/14/2026
6
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,043
SqFt
$264
/SqFt
1906
Built
Subdivision:
DOIG & ROBERTSONS ADD
County:
Alachua
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This elegant, fully renovated, historic (1906 Gertrude Robinson McIntosh House) Victorian home conveniently borders Gainesville’s Duckpond neighborhood; ONLY blocks from Downtown Gainesville and less than 2 miles from University of FL. Ideal as a private residence or AIR BNB rental (current use)- U4 Zoning allows use as a commercial office in the prime Northeast Residential Historic District. The sale includes two separately deeded parcels — the 2,043 sq ft home and an adjacent commercially zoned, buildable corner lot with 18+ private off-street parking spaces — presenting a genuine opportunity for commercial growth and long-term investment. The home features six bedrooms with high ceilings and abundant natural light, along with two and a half bathrooms. The enormous chef’s kitchen offers extensive cabinetry, a coffee bar, and a separate pantry—ideal for eating in and for entertaining. The laundry room provides washer and dryer and additional storage. The inviting living room features original pocket doors and a decorative fireplace, while bedrooms #1, 4, and 5 also showcase charming, decorative fireplaces. A bonus room in attic offers space for an office, studio, or extra storage. Fire alarm and fire suppression system (2016). A wraparound front porch and two back decks provide ample space for entertaining. There is a large metal storage shed. Furnishings negotiable. The separate buildable corner lot features private parking for over 18+ off-street spaces— a great benefit a commercial office or further development. The property also has central heating and air conditioning, with mini-split units in each bedroom for personalized comfort. An Excellent Investment opportunity as multi-generation family residence, air BnB rental, or commercial/professional space- all within the heart of Gainesville.

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Listing Snapshot
Bedrooms 
6
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,043 sqft
Lot Size 
0.51 Acres
Year Built 
1906
MLS® Number 
GC537058
Status 
Sold
Property Tax 
$6,243.32
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a month agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.51
Direction Faces 
South
Levels 
Two
Number Of Stories 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Fire Sprinkler System
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
2509
Style 
Victorian
Utilities 
Natural Gas AvailableCable AvailableNatural Gas ConnectedUnderground Utilities
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
MU1
Interior Features
Appliances 
CooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigerator
Basement 
Crawl Space
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Decorative
Flooring 
TileWood
Furnished 
Negotiable
Heating 
CentralElectric
Interior 
Eat-in KitchenHigh Ceilings
Laundry Features 
Laundry Room
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 15x14Level - First
Living Room 
Dimensions - 15x15Level - First
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14x8Level - First
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
FrameWood Siding
Lot Features 
Corner Lot
Roof 
Shingle
View 
City
Waterview 
City
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Accessible EntranceAccessible Approach with Ramp
Community Features 
Street Lights
MLS Area 
32601 - Gainesville
Township 
10
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
Roads 
Paved
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Joseph Williams Elementary School-AL
Middle School
Howard W. Bishop Middle School-AL
High School
Eastside High School-AL
Listing courtesy of PAIS REALTY (352) 215-1580



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