Fifth Avenue Multifamily Homes & Duplexes for Sale

Fifth Avenue in Gainesville is a neighborhood with a rich history, featuring homes from the early 20th century to the 1950s. The area predominantly showcases bungalows and minimal traditional cottages, often with wood siding or brick and concrete exteriors. Many properties are in mixed-use and high-density multifamily zones, attracting investors and students from the nearby University of Florida. While some homes have been updated with restored oak hardwood floors and new roofs, others require significant renovations. The neighborhood is culturally vibrant, with the Wilhelmina Johnson Center hosting the Cultural Arts Coalition and the annual Fifth Avenue Festival. Sharmie Ffar Park offers a playground and picnic areas, and residents are close to Oakview Park and Pleasant Park. Local dining options include Cindy B Goods, SweetBerries, and Underground Kitchen, which supports vocational training for aspiring chefs. The area is walkable and bikeable to the University of Florida and downtown, with frequent bus services along University Avenue. Traffic congestion is common, but essential amenities like a Publix Super Market and Starbucks are conveniently located. The neighborhood is safer than the national average. Schools in the area include the highly rated Westwood Middle and Gainesville High. The University of Florida is about a mile away, and Santa Fe College Blount Campus is nearby.