728 E UNIVERSITY AVENUE, Gainesville, FL 32601

• 6 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,043 sqft

Property Description

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. 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.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

February 5, 2026

Data Last Updated:

February 11, 2026 at 6:22AM

Listing Office:

PAIS REALTY : 352-215-1580

Listing Agent:

David Pais : 352-215-1580

MLS ID:

GC537058

Interior

• General: Eat-in KitchenHigh CeilingsSolid Wood CabinetsThermostat
• Rooms: AtticInside Utility
• Appliances: CooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigerator
• Laundry: Laundry Room
• Flooring: TileWood
• A/C: Central AirMini-Split Unit(s)
• Heating: CentralElectric
• Fireplace: DecorativeFireplace

Exterior

• General: Sidewalk
• Style: Victorian

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: FrameWood SidingTwoCrawlspace

Location

• Road/Access: Paved
• Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
• County: Alachua

Lot

• Zoning: MU1DOIG/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 5001/163211921-000-000
• View: City

Utilities

• Utilities: BB/HS Internet AvailableCable AvailableNatural Gas ConnectedPublicUnderground Utilities
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: Stellar MLS
• Ownership: Fee Simple