The demand for attainable housing and thoughtfully designed residential communities continues to grow throughout Gainesville and Alachua County. Opportunities that offer strong zoning flexibility, existing utility access, and a strategic location are becoming increasingly difficult to find. That is why the Hawthorne Road Cottage Development Opportunity presents an exciting investment and development opportunity for builders, investors, and residential developers looking to capitalize on Gainesville’s continued growth.

Located at 3711 SE Hawthorne Road in Gainesville, Florida, this proposed 5.5-acre cottage neighborhood offers the potential for up to 30 cottage-style residential units with R1-A zoning that allows cottage development by right. The property is positioned along a major corridor with convenient access to downtown Gainesville, the University of Florida, major employment centers, and public transportation via RTS Bus Route 7.

One of the most attractive aspects of this development site is the combination of infrastructure and entitlement advantages already in place. Utilities are available on-site, the property is considered high and dry, and the conceptual layout creates the opportunity for a walkable neighborhood with shared green space and a strong community feel. In today’s market, reducing entitlement uncertainty and development timelines can significantly improve overall project feasibility and returns.

The offering is priced at $548,500, which equates to approximately $18,283 per potential cottage unit. As Gainesville continues to experience population growth and increased housing demand, smaller-format residential communities with attainable pricing and lower-maintenance living options remain highly desirable.

From an investment standpoint, this site checks several important boxes:

• Infill Gainesville location
• Existing utilities on-site
• Cottage development by right
• Strong accessibility to downtown Gainesville and UF
• Public transportation access
• High and dry topography
• Potential for efficient residential density
• Attractive price-per-door basis

With continued growth across the Gainesville market, especially within residential and mixed-use development sectors, sites that offer both flexibility and development efficiency are drawing significant interest from investors and builders alike.

For additional information regarding the Hawthorne Road Cottage Development Opportunity, contact:

Eric Ligman
Director | Commercial & Land Division
Bosshardt Realty Services
352.256.2112
EricLigman@BosshardtRealty.com