201 SE 2ND AVE #416 Gainesville, FL 32601

This gorgeous, must-see unit in Union Street Station in downtown Gainesville originally was a 3 bed/3 bath unit with 1,783 heated and cooled sq. ft. The first floor was reconfigured to change one of the bedrooms into a larger office/den and to expand the kitchen with additional built-in cabinetry and a walk-in pantry. The owners have invested more than $100K in upgrades, including: a completely new kitchen, new bamboo flooring throughout the house, a redesigned stairwell, new stairwell railings, and new cabinetry with a mini-frig on the 2nd floor landing. New double-hung windows were installed when the home was purchased and a new HVAC system was installed in 2018. Few units in Union Street Station have been so carefully renovated and meticulously maintained. The enlarged downstairs office/den can be easily restored to a 3rd bedroom by simply adding a built-in closet. When you enter this custom home, you'll experience a living space like few others in the city. It's a two-story condominium with a total of 1,847 total sq. ft. under roof, including the balcony. On the front side, it overlooks a massive open courtyard with a Mediterranean fountain, handsome tiles, wrought iron detailing and greenery throughout. Completely hidden from view, this spacious, landscaped courtyard is a private paradise available only to residents. Here you can lounge in the sun, dine under shaded tables, or host a party for friends. On the back side, both floors overlook the Hippodrome, Florida's official state theater; the Sun Center, with its shops and restaurants; and Paynes Prairie in the distance. Downstairs you'll find an open floor plan with living and dining areas and the enlarged office/den; a full bath; and a custom cooks' kitchen with floor-to-ceiling cabinets and a roll-out pantry, quartz countertops, and an induction range. Upstairs, there are two oversized, spacious bedrooms, each with an en-suite bath; a laundry room; and ample storage. You'll also enjoy double-hung windows, bamboo flooring, crown molding, and many extras on both floors! The HOA fee includes high speed 1GB internet, cable, state-of-the-art electronic entry to the building, and one parking space in an adjacent garage (additional parking spaces are available). The building is accessed through two over-street walkways from the parking lot that provide complete security for residents. If you are looking for a premiere downtown condo close to the University of Florida, Shands Health Centers, the VA Hospital, area high tech businesses, entertainment venues, and restaurants, this is the one for you! (Realtors please see additional private remarks and attached flier).