2500 NE 15th Street is situated in a Qualified Opportunity Zone (Ozone)! This designation, along with Commercial Institutional zoning present a number of opportunities for the savvy buyer. Some of the institutional uses include theological-office use, sanctuary and religious services, infant and child care. Property is part of a residential neighborhood, currently zoned as Conditional Use and located on 2.59 Acres. The church foundation traces its roots to 1900 with an effective year built in 1964 and recent rehab work in 2014. The property houses a sanctuary space with state-of-the-art ceiling renovation; state of the art sound equipment, a separate Fellowship Hall building with classrooms, full kitchen, foyer for hosting parishioners, resource center, administrative offices and a dedicated youth facility.
The location of this property is unbeatable, with high traffic counts and excellent visibility on one of Gainesville’s busiest streets and not far from the University of Florida. The property is situated directly across from the Smokey Bear Park, a historic Gainesville landmark. The park features a playground with a quarter-mile walking trail, an open air picnic pavilion, and an off-leash dog park area. Additionally, the property is surrounded by a variety of businesses and amenities, including restaurants, retail shops, and medical facilities, making it an ideal location for any business looking to establish a strong presence in the area.
In the last few years, the property has been utilized as a Day Care Center. Currently about 20% of the church grounds is being utilized as a Daycare with the potential to render care to 150 customers. There are 20 parking spaces and room to increase classroom space by adding modular classrooms or building out from the existing structure.