Florida Construction News staff writer
The University of North Florida, Chance Partners and Fansler Construction broke ground this week on 30° North, a new apartment complex for students. Located on First Coast Tech Parkway south of The Flats at UNF, construction will be completed by Fall 2027. The land owned by UNF and leased to an affiliate of Chance Partners LLC, a Jacksonville-based real estate development company.
“Today marks an exciting milestone in UNF’s continued commitment to growth, innovation and student success,” said UNF President Moez Limayem. “We’re proud to partner with Chance Partners and Fansler Construction to bring the vibrant new residential student community vision to life.”
The new four-building apartment complex will include 237 fully furnished units, offering single, double, triple and quad layouts with 702 beds. Each unit includes a full kitchen with granite countertop, bed(s), bath, desk, couch, coffee table and TV.
“30 North represents an impactful collaboration with UNF to deliver a best-in-class residential experience to the UNF student body,” said Judd Bobilin, Principal, Chance Partners, LLC. “The entire administrative team have been an excellent partner throughout the planning and development process with the focus on creating a forward-leaning housing option on campus.”
There will also be a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, dog park and dog spa, putting green, pickleball and volleyball courts, nature jogging and walking path, fire pit and bike sharing area.
“We are thrilled to be a part of UNF’s newest student housing project,” said Jason Fansler, Fansler Construction President/CEO. “30° North marks our third Jacksonville project with Chance Partners and we are certain it will be another success.”
Jeff Ryan, Fansler Construction project manager, is a UNF alum and shared that it is rewarding to experience the full-circle moment of returning to campus to build this project and be part of this next chapter of growth for the University.
This will be the second new student housing complex that UNF has undertaken over the last two years. Osprey Ridge residence hall opened in July, providing housing for over 500 students. The expanded housing options reflect UNF’s commitment to strategic growth and student success.
