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615 W. University Avenue - 900± SF of Retail/Office Space with direct frontage on W. University Ave.

For Lease

615 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

You can currently find 1 retail space(s) available for lease at 615 W. University Avenue - 900± SF of Retail/Office Space with direct frontage on W. University Ave.. Designated use type for space listed here includes retail.

Space Available For Lease 1

Contacts

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Lauren Edwards

Colliers

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Daniel J. Drotos

Colliers

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Rory P. Causseaux

Colliers

Property Details

  • Property Type Retail
  • Date Updated May 8, 2025

Unlock the Potential in Gainesville’s Innovation District

Position your business in one of Gainesville’s most dynamic and hightraffic corridors. This 900± SF retail/office space offers unparalleled visibility on West University Avenue, right in the heart of the Innovation District — a thriving hub that bridges Downtown Gainesville and the University of Florida campus.

Located just one block from Santa Fe College Blount Hall, 0.5 miles to Downtown, and 1 mile to UF, this space places your brand front and center amid a vibrant mix of students, faculty, professionals and entrepreneurs.

Property Highlights
• Prime visibility with direct frontage on W. University Avenue
• High foot & vehicle traffic from both students and professionals
• 900± SF of flexible open space – ideal for retail, office or service use
• On-building signage available to maximize exposure
• New restroom planned to enhance functionality
• DT zoning (Downtown District) – supports a wide range of commercial uses
• Surrounded by innovation – walkable to research, tech and startup centers
• Covered rear patio
• Dedicated parking lot in the rear of the building

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Highlights

  • 0.5 miles from Downton Gainesville
  • 1 block from Santa Fe College Blount Hall
  • Direct road frontage on W. University Ave.
  • Heavy vehicle and foot traffic with 21,000± AADT
  • New bathroom is being installed
  • Open space to make it your own
  • Perfect for retail or office
  • Storefront windows across front of space

Getting around

  • 91/100

    Walk Score ®

  • 100/100

    Bike Score ®

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Location

  • City Gainesville, FL
  • Neighborhood Springhill - Kirkwood
  • Zip Code 32601
  • Market North Central Florida

Points of Interest

  • Refresh

    0.28 miles

  • Sunoco

    0.53 miles

  • GATE

    0.59 miles

  • Wawa

    1.13 miles

  • Citgo

    1.15 miles

  • Marathon

    1.15 miles

  • Kangaroo Express

    1.22 miles

  • ChargePoint

    1.23 miles

  • Facilities Services Motor Pool

    2.28 miles

  • Shell

    2.55 miles

  • Ayers Plaza Parking lot

    0.08 miles

  • Ayers Plaza Overflow Parking

    0.25 miles

  • Lot 10

    0.31 miles

  • Norman Garage

    0.59 miles

  • Tigert Hall Parking

    0.60 miles

  • Norman Field Lot Parking

    0.61 miles

  • Yulee Reid Parking

    0.62 miles

  • Fine Arts C Parking

    0.63 miles

  • Cypress Parking

    0.67 miles

  • Housing Orange Parking

    0.74 miles

  • Reggae Shack Cafe

    0.01 miles

  • Leonardo's 706

    0.06 miles

  • Grill Express

    0.12 miles

  • Taco Bell

    0.15 miles

  • Checkers

    0.17 miles

  • Sweetberries

    0.23 miles

  • Caribbean Queen

    0.26 miles

  • Dick Mondell's

    0.26 miles

  • Tikka Express

    0.26 miles

  • Five Star Pizza Downtown

    0.27 miles

  • Publix

    0.47 miles

  • Chun Ching Supermarket

    0.56 miles

  • Winn-Dixie

    1.01 miles

  • Ward's Supermarket

    1.50 miles

  • Burlington

    1.76 miles

  • Walmart Supercenter

    1.99 miles

  • ALDI

    2.51 miles

  • Kohl's

    3.20 miles

  • Ross

    3.52 miles

  • Target

    3.80 miles

615 W University Ave Listing Brief

  • A property’s location contributes to the asking rent almost as much as its characteristics do. For instance, central urban locations with high walkability or suburban locations with ample parking and easy access by car will claim higher rents but offer superior access to your customer base. Likewise, the quality of the building systems and property finishes have a significant impact on how businesses can conduct their activity there, as well as on the experience of their customers.

    615 W University Ave is located in Springhill - Kirkwood, which is home to a total of 5 listing(s). The rent for retail space at 615 W University Ave is available upon request. Feel free to reach out using the contact form conveniently included on this page to find out more about what the property can offer for your business.

  • The property includes 900 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 900 square feet are Retail.

    For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, use the convenient contact form on this page to get in touch with a representative.

  • You should keep in mind that different areas gradually build a reputation as hotspots or desirable corridors for shopping, eating, or other entertainment and consumer activities. So, while renting retail space in an area with a well-established high-end reputation might mean more customers that are more willing to spend, it will also place you in a more competitive environment.

    Knowing your ideal customer is essential. For your consideration, the average age of residents in Springhill - Kirkwood is 26. The average household income here is $45,530 per year.

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