$529,000
728 University Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32601
Listing updated: May 6, 2026 at 6:53 AM ET
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
This elegant, fully renovated, Historic (1906 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)- U2 Zoning allows use as a commercial office. 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 sprinkler system. A wraparound front porch and two back decks provide ample space for entertaining. There is a large metal storage shed. 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.
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history90 days on market
- Status: ActiveFeb 5, 2026
- Listed$559,000Feb 5, 2026
- Price reduced$529,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 90
- Cumulative DOM
- 290
- Subdivision
- Doig & Robertsons Add
- County
- Alachua
- Year built
- 1906
- Living area
- 2,043 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $259
- Building area
- 2,509 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 8,276 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/2 to less than 1
- Flood zone
- X (12001C0314D)
- Annual taxes
- $6,243 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 11921-000-000
- Zoning
- MU1
- MLS #
- GC537058
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Accessibility Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- Two
- Direction faces
- South
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- No Minimum
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Sidewalk
- Construction materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawlspace
- Road surface
- Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Underground Utilities
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | First | 15x14 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 14x8 |
| Living Room | First | 15x15 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-02-02
- On market date
- 2026-02-05
- Original list price
- $559,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 32601 - Gainesville
- Listing AOR
- Gainesville-Alachua
- Status changed
- 2026-02-05
- Tax legal description
- DOIG/ROBERTSON ADD DB N-468 E 54 FT OF W 108 FT OF S 150 FT OF E1/2 OF BK 1 RG 2 OR 5001/1632
Flood risk
Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
University Ave (SR 26) to corner on NE 7th
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