Pierce Education Properties Acquires Student Housing Community Near the University of Florida

GAINESVILLE, FLA. — Pierce Education Properties LP has acquired The Pavilion on 62nd, a 990-bed student housing community located just west of the University of Florida (UF) campus in Gainesville. The 312-unit, garden-style community offers two-, three- and four-bedroom, fully furnished units with bed to bath parity, full-sized appliances, washers and dryers and balconies. Community amenities include two resort-style pools, a 24-hour fitness center, outdoor basketball court, upgraded game room and high-speed internet access. In addition to UF, The Pavilion also serves Santa Fe College students. KeyBank Real Estate provided acquisition financing for the transaction.