Gainesville, Fla. — A joint venture between Gilbane Development Co. and CBRE Investment Management has broken ground on Zaya, a 702-bed development located near the University of Florida campus in Gainesville.
The community will offer 352 units with bed-to-bath parity. Shared amenities will include a rooftop deck with a pickleball court, pool, clubhouse and fitness center; study rooms on each floor; a co-working lounge; leasing lobby with a coffee bar; and three courtyards with lawn games, outdoor cooking space and lounges. Site work has commenced for the development with completion scheduled for summer 2027.
“We are excited to introduce this exceptional living environment to Gainesville,” says Russell Broderick, executive vice president with Gilbane. “Partnering with CBRE, our proximity to campus and premier retail destinations, combined with thoughtful amenities designed for academic success and community engagement, underscores our commitment to creating dynamic living spaces — all at a compelling price point that exceeds market standards.”