HARRIETT DOWNS REAL ESTATE --- Serving Williston and Levy County for over 24 Years - Williston, Florida

Welcome home to Williston, Florida!
The Way Life Ought to Be.

**An American Heartland Small Town**

Williston lies in the northeast corner of Levy county and represents a crossroads. An American heartland small town with approximate population of 2300 people, surrounded by a variety of working farms, later-day private homesteads and miles of scenic back-roads. The area attracts independent minded people from all over Florida as well as many new Floridians who want to put a little distance between their homes and the Interstate/shopping center/traffic jam scenes that so dominate our modern activities.

The area has many hidden treasures that make it a wonderful place to live and work, raise a family or retire. Locals take for granted the peace and quiet of the surroundings, the low crime rate, and the overall healthy, unpolluted environment.

Harriett Downs Real Estate has been proudly servicing your real estate needs for over 24 years with coverage throughout Williston and the surrounding areas including Morriston, Raleigh, Bronson, and Montbrook. As a buyer or seller, looking for a real estate partner, experience and knowledge are key factors. Our associates live here, work here and are proud of our town. Just ask!
OUR ASSOCIATES
Linda Jane Cramer    cell 352/843-1133   office 352/528-5515
Bill McCurdy                cell 352/812-4599    office 352/528-5515
Marc Pompeo              cell 352/538-5551    office 352/528-0907
Bethaney Swanson    cell 352/339-1065    office 352/528-0907
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Location
    Williston is located in rural Levy County in north central Florida.
Population
    According to recent population estimates, there are 2,297 people in Williston and 24,450 people in Levy County. Over 600,000 people live within 50 miles of Williston.
Terrain
    The elevations around Williston vary from 75 to 100 feet above mean sea level, the city is surrounded by rolling green hills, although the city's Industrial Community is almost perfectly flat.
Climate
    Williston has a temperate climate. Average temperatures range from 57.9/F in January to 82.1/F in August. Average annual rainfall is 45.3 inches. The city's inland location greatly reduces any dangers from tropical storms.
Education
    Williston has five schools including four public schools. Two community colleges, a vo-tech center, and the University of Florida are within 25 miles of Williston.
Media
    Two weekly and two daily newspapers serve the area. No local television stations. Most networks are available through cable or satellite.
Library
    The Williston public library is located at 10 SE 1st Street and Noble Avenue. It has 10,000 books and is a member of the Levy County Library System.
Churches
    There are 15 churches, representing most major denominations.
Organizations
    Social and fraternal organizations are available for the civic minded.
Government
    Williston has a Mayor-Council form of government. The city can arrange revenue bonds to help qualified industries establish local plan facilities.
Medical Services
   Nature Coast Regional Hospital has 40 beds and provides 24 hour emergency services and a 4 bed intensive care unit.
   Oakview Nursing Home has 180 beds.
   There are 10 physicians, 3 dentists and 2 chiropractors in Williston.
Utilities
    Electric service is provided by the city of Williston to customers inside the city limits. The city offers water, sewer, and natural gas service inside the city limits. These services will be extended to the industrial community when warranted by sufficient demand. Embarq(formerly Sprint) provides telephone service to the city and both Embarq & Bell South provide service to the county.
Services
    A 13 man police force protects both the city and the Industrial Community.
    A 22 man volunteer fire department offers protection to the city and the Industrial Community. Williston has a fire insurance rating of 7.
Lifestyles and Recreation
    Williston offers a great deal more than most comparable sized small cities. Recreation is centered around the outdoors with excellent opportunities for golf, hunting, fishing, camping, boating, cave diving and horse back riding. The city has several parks including lighted tennis courts and athletic fields. Residential areas are quiet and shaded by large oak trees. Newer neighborhoods feature modern homes of brick and glass. Apartments are available.
Finance
    Williston has two banks.
Southwind Industrial Community
    Located 2 miles south of Alternate 27 and U.S. 41. Approximately 700 acres are available for light and medium industrial uses. Parcels vary in size from 1 to 30 acres. The city prefers to lease parcels to provide a continuing source of revenue to fund planned improvements. The community is zoned M-1 for industrial land uses. Minimum lot size is one acre with required setbacks.
TRANSPORTATION
Highways
    The city is located on U.S. 41 and U.S. 27. Interstate 75 is minutes away to the east and north.
Railroads
    CSX Transportation tracks run through the city. Freight service is available.
Airports
    Williston Municipal Airport is located adjacent to the Industrial Community. It features 2 runways of 7000 and 5000 feet. A portion of the larger runway is lighted. Facilities include a fixed base operator, aircraft maintenance and charter services. Adjoining acreage within the fenced airport tract are excellent locations for aviation related industries.
    Gainesville Regional Airport located 22 miles north, provides daily flights by a number of national airlines. Charter service is available at Williston Municipal Airport.
Trucking
    At least three trucking companies from Gainesville and Ocala serve the Williston area.

    The City of Williston has a lot to offer your business or industrial operation!! In fact, Williston probably has more to offer than any comparably sized city in Florida. Along with all the natural climate and tax advantages Williston offers you a central location, access to strategic markets, a cooperative municipal government and a wholesome rural atmosphere.

    The City of Williston wants to grow, but not at any cost. Williston's way of life is rooted on the surrounding countryside. Agriculture is still a primary activity. Orderly growth and the attraction of clean, well managed enterprise are the city's goals. The city is eager to work with industries which respect the land as much as the people of Williston do themselves.