Your Vision. Gainesville’s Legacy. Historic Charm. Cutting-Edge Community. Bring your business to life in the heart of Gainesville‘s Innovation District, within the legendary Seagle Building. This ground-floor retail space features direct access and frontage on W. University Avenue, Gainesville‘s main thoroughfare connecting the University of Florida and Downtown Gainesville. Whether you‘re opening a coffee shop, boutique or studio, this location is a high-visibility, high-potential gem ready to be tailored to your vision. Originally built in the 1920s as the Hotel Kelly, the Seagle Building stands as a testament to Gainesville‘s architectural and entrepreneurial heritage. Today, it anchors the Gainesville Innovation District — a fast-emerging corridor of research, startups, and bold ideas. With six floors of commercial space and deep roots in Gainesville’s skyline, this building offers authenticity and story — something you can’t replicate in new construction. Area Highlights • Directly on W. University Ave with prominent signage opportunity • 8 blocks from the University of Florida campus • Walking distance to Downtown Gainesville • Surrounded by tech companies, student housing and innovation hubs • Plenty of available parking