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Springfield Duplex For Sale in Jacksonville: 1509-1511 Silver St

There is a spot on the front porch at 1509-1511 Silver St, sitting under a canopy of old oaks, where it is easy to picture pulling up a chair most evenings. If you’ve been searching for a duplex for sale in Jacksonville, this Springfield duplex has that kind of porch. And it’s the kind that […]

414 E 3rd Street Jacksonville

414 E 3rd Street: A Springfield Home That’s Already Done the Work For You

Most old houses come with a to-do list. New roof, new wiring, new plumbing, etc. New everything, usually all at once, usually right after you move in. The kind of stuff that usually eats up a new owner’s first year and savings account. This one doesn’t. At 414 E 3rd Street, the big stuff has […]

Springfield Jacksonville Condo For Sale | 111 E 1st St #28

Just Listed: A Two-Bedroom Condo Between Springfield and Downtown

There is a gated little community off E 1st Street that most people driving through this part of Jacksonville never even notice. No sign out front. No unit visible from the road. You would have to know it is there. If you are searching for a condo in Jacksonville close to Springfield that’s for sale, […]

new construction in Springfield

A New Home That Feels Like Old Springfield: The Story of 330 E. 3rd

Most people drive through Springfield for the old houses. The wide porches, the tall windows, the front gables that have looked over the streets for a hundred years. So here’s the part that surprises folks – you can also buy new homes in the neighborhood. And, built in 2016, 330 E. 3rd Street is one […]

How Rising Insurance Costs Affect First-Time Buyers in Jacksonville

Buying your first home is already a lot to figure out. Down payment, credit score, mortgage rates – the list feels never-ending. But there is one cost that is catching a lot of first-time buyers off guard in Jacksonville right now, and it is homeowners insurance. Florida has one of the most challenging insurance markets […]

1924 Murray Hill bungalow for sale Jacksonville

From Sitting on the Market to Sold in Five Days: The 4612 Polaris St Story

It had already been listed once When the sellers of this Murray Hill bungalow first called me, their home had already been on the market. It didn’t sell. A past client of mine knew the sellers were stuck and sent them my way. That happens more than people think. A home doesn’t sell and everyone […]

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New Construction in Jacksonville: What Nobody Tells You About CDD Fees, HOA Rules, and What’s Actually Included

You drive through a brand-new community, see the model home, and think – this looks amazing. Everything is fresh, nothing is broken, no one has lived here before you. It feels like the easy choice. But here’s the thing: new construction has its own set of rules, fees, and surprises that nobody hands you a […]

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Is it cheaper to rent or buy a home in Jacksonville in 2026?

Trying to decide whether to keep renting or finally buy a home in Jacksonville can feel overwhelming. Prices, rates, and headlines change constantly, and friends will give you very different advice. Instead of guessing, you need to compare what renting and buying look like for you over the next several years in this specific market. Jacksonville in […]

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Should I buy new construction or a resale home for my first house in Jacksonville?

Buying your first home in Jacksonville is a big decision, and one of the first choices you’ll face is whether to focus on new construction or resale homes. Both options can work beautifully in our market, but they serve different needs and personalities. Rather than chasing a “right” answer, you want to align the type […]

Springfield Jacksonville historic home for sale

53 W 10th Street, Springfield – How I Sold This All-Brick Springfield Home in 28 Days – and Why It Closed Over the Zestimate

When the couple who owned 53 W 10th decided to sell, it wasn’t part of the plan. A job transfer in another city made the call for them. It was the first home they’d ever sold – and the first one they’d ever made fully their own. They wanted someone who understood what that meant. […]

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How To Sell Your House in Jacksonville Without Losing Your Mind

Selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people ever make. Add the heat, the humidity, and the fast-moving Jacksonville real estate market into the mix, and things can feel overwhelming fast. The good news? It does not have to be that way. Whether you are upsizing in Mandarin, downsizing in Riverside, […]

Living in Murray Hill Jacksonville Florida

Living in Murray Hill: Neighborhood Guide & Things To Know

People don’t always have Murray Hill on their radar right away. They start looking in Riverside or Avondale, maybe Springfield, and then they realize they either want a little less space, a slightly lower price point, or something that feels a bit less intense day to day. That’s usually when Murray Hill enters the conversation. […]