Property Description

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. One-of-a-kind student housing and premier investment opportunity! Ideally located directlyacross from the University of Florida campus and UF Health ShandsHospital, and just one block from Sorority Row, this iconic whitebrick home with its distinctive orange and blue shutters is one of thebest-known student rental properties in the UF corridor. 1254 SW 9thRoad offers 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 2,579 square feet of livingspace on a 0.23-acre lot. Zoned U-9 (University Urban Core) forresidential, multifamily, and commercial uses, the property is alsolocated within an Opportunity Zone, providing exceptional long-terminvestment and redevelopment potential. Designed with student livingin mind, several of the oversized bedrooms are large enough tocomfortably accommodate two students, creating outstanding rentalflexibility and income potential. A separate cottage-style 1-bedroom,1-bath living area provides additional options for rental income,guest accommodations, private living quarters, or a home office. Thehome features real hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with stainlesssteel appliances and newer cabinetry, a newer HVAC system, spaciousliving areas, and a distinctive spiral staircase that gives the homecharacter rarely found in student housing. Outdoor amenities areequally impressive, including a welcoming covered front porch, acharming brick front patio, and a large rear wood deck overlooking ascenic creek, creating an ideal setting for entertaining or relaxing.A dedicated full-size laundry room adds convenience. The property alsofeatures six dedicated on-site parking spaces, plus abundant on-streetparking, an exceptionally rare amenity in this prime campus location.With outstanding visibility and frontage along SW 9th Road, unmatchedproximity to the University of Florida, UF Health Shands Hospital, andSorority Row, flexible zoning, strong rental potential, and futureredevelopment possibilities, this is a truly exceptional opportunityfor investors, parents purchasing housing for students, or anyoneseeking a landmark property in one of Gainesville's most desirable andhigh-demand locations. For buyers seeking an extraordinary investmentopportunity, the adjacent property at 949 SW 13th St. is alsoavailable and may be purchased together as a package for $2.2 million.This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is currently leased, providing immediaterental income, and offers plenty of parking. Together, these twoproperties create one of the most recognizable gateway campus cornerassemblages at the University of Florida, combining immediate cashflow, exceptional visibility, abundant parking, and outstandinglong-term redevelopment potential in one of Gainesville's mostsought-after investment corridors. Investment opportunities of thiscaliber rarely become available in the heart of the University ofFlorida. Schedule your private showing today.