NAI Hallmark Brokers Major Lease of Former Automotive Dealership to United Rentals

JACKSONVILLE, FL – October 15, 2025 – NAI Hallmark, Jacksonville’s largest locally owned commercial real estate brokerage and property management firm, is proud to announce the successful lease of a former automotive dealership along one of the busiest commercial corridors in the North East Florida region to United Rentals, an American equipment rental company. The transaction was brokered on behalf of the landlord, DDN St. Johns, by Vice President, Retail Specialist Austin Kay, and Vice President, Land Specialist Eugene Stiltner.

Located at 2898 US Highway 1 South in Saint Augustine, FL, the property was previously home to a Hyundai dealership. Encompassing more than 15,630 square feet across multiple buildings, the site features:

With nearly 500 feet of frontage and dual access points, the property offers exceptional visibility and convenient access to more than 41,000 vehicles traveling along the corridor each day.

“This lease represents a strong continuation of investment activity along the US Highway 1 South corridor,” said Eugene Stiltner, Vice President and Retail Specialist at NAI Hallmark. “United Rentals’ decision to locate here underscores the site’s exceptional visibility, access, and position within one of Northeast Florida’s most active commercial trade areas.”

The lease further demonstrates the sustained demand for well-located commercial properties in the St. Augustine corridor and NAI Hallmark’s role in facilitating strategic partnerships that drive regional growth.

For more information about the lease at 2898 US Highway 1 South, or inquiries regarding commercial real estate opportunities across Northeast Florida, please contact Eugene Stiltner at es@naihallmark.com or Austin Kay at ak@naihallmark.com.

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