221 SE 7th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Circle
Listed by: art nagan
Office: bhgre thomas group
MLS#:GC536429
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,250,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$213.57
About this home
The Laurel Oak Inn is a landmark Victorian hospitality property located on one of north central Florida’s most historically significant streets, just steps from downtown. Originally built in 1885, this grand mansion has long been regarded as one of the crown jewels of the district and underwent a comprehensive restoration in 2005 to preserve its architectural integrity while modernizing its systems and functionality.
The inn features nearly 1,000 square feet of covered wraparound porches showcasing classic Victorian woodwork and providing an inviting outdoor gathering space. The interior offers tall ceilings, expansive windows, extensive millwork, and original heart pine floors throughout. The main level includes a spacious living room, formal dining room, guest suite with en suite bath, half bath, and a large eat-in kitchen designed to support hospitality operations.
The second floor houses laundry facilities and four additional guest suites, each with a fireplace and private en suite bathroom. The third level features a private penthouse apartment with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchenette, a dining area, a living room, and an office, making it ideal for an owner-operator residence, extended stay guests, or multigenerational use.
Set beneath mature laurel oaks draped in Spanish moss, the grounds provide a serene setting well suited for events or guest enjoyment. The property is approved for a liquor license and restaurant license and has a proven operating history as a successful historic inn. It is offered with the option to convey fully furnished, allowing for a true turnkey hospitality investment.
The Laurel Oak Inn presents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished, income-producing historic property with flexible use potential in one of Gainesville’s most desirable and walkable districts....
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Home facts
- Year built:1885
- Subdivision & Development:GAINESVILLE ROPERS ADD
- Listing ID #:GC536429
- Added:200 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 01, 2026 at 12:54 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:7
- Total bathrooms:8
- Full bathrooms:7
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Dining Description:Eat In Kitchen
- Kitchen Description:Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters
- Bedroom Description:High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Basement Description:Crawlspace
- Living area:5,019 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Electric, Exhaust Fan
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1885
- Building area:5,019 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.52 Acres
- Lot Features:Oversized, Paved, Sidewalk
- Architectural Style:Historic, Victorian
- Construction Materials:Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Balcony, Courtyard, Covered Porch/Patio, Front Porch, Lighting, Patio, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Sidewalk, Wrap Around
- Levels:Three Or More Story
Schools
- High school:Gainesville High School-AL
- Middle school:Abraham Lincoln Middle School-AL
- Elementary school:Joseph Williams Elementary School-AL
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,250,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$213.57
- Tax amount:$22,815 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer
- Amenities:Accessibility Features, BB/HS Internet Available, Built-In Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Chair Rail, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
- Pool features:Public Pool
Parking
- Parking description:Circular Driveway, Guest, Off Street, On Street
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