Community First Credit Union offered a first look at designs of its proposed transformation of the former Edgewood Bakery building into its Murray Hill branch.
The building is at 1012 Edgewood Ave. S. at Post Street.
Renderings accompanying an Oct. 27 news release show a front lawn, a shaded outdoor dining and gathering area that includes what the release describes as a “food feature;” raised planters; streetside benches; walk-up ATM; and interior community room.
The release says the branch will include “unique architecture features not normally seen at other Community First branches.”
Other elements of the project include a drive-thru and full exterior updates, a redesigned parking lot and an interior mural depicting historical photos of the neighborhood. Saying “renovations can take longer than new construction,” the release said completion of the branch is expected in late 2026.
“We are very passionate about preserving the history of this building in the Murray Hill neighborhood,” said Sam Inman, Community First president and CEO, in the release. “Our team has spent considerable time being thoughtful about our design, how we serve this neighborhood and the critical nature of this location to the overall revitalization of the area.”
Community First said TTV Architects designed the branch; Auld & White Constructors is the building contractor; NAI Hallmark is the development partner; and Kimley-Horn is performing civil engineering for the project.
The credit union unveiled the renderings Oct. 25 during the Murray Hill-O-Ween block party and parade.
Inman said it is “important for us to continue to engage the greater Murray Hill neighborhood in our renovation progress as we build a financial branch that is innovative, creative and unique to their community.”
Community First bought the property in October 2024 for $1.65 million, property records show.
The building and grounds were owned by restaurateur John Valentino through Pie High Real Estate Holdings LLC. He acquired it for $700,000 in 2016, the year Edgewood Bakery closed.
The property had been the Edgewood Bakery since 1947.
Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan’s company Stache Investments bought it in 2015 before selling it to Valentino.
In June 2025, Community First announced it would renovate and repurpose the property.
The institution identifies itself as one of the largest credit unions in Florida, with $2.8 billion in assets and 180,000 members. It operates from 24 locations with a staff of more than 450 employees.