Close Price: $460,000 Days on Market: 61 Buyer Representation: None $77k above market average Market average: 80 2 Buyers came from direct marketing The 1909 Craftsman duplex on Hubbard Street had everything that makes a Springfield property worth holding onto – corner lot, wraparound porches on both levels, original fireplaces and trim, and two well-updated […]
People think Springfield is either “up and coming” or “still rough,” but neither of those really explains what it is. That’s usually where buyers get stuck. They’re trying to simplify it, and Springfield doesn’t fit into a clean category. It’s one of the oldest neighborhoods in Jacksonville, it’s gone through decline and a full revival, […]
People think Riverside and Avondale are basically the same neighborhood, and that’s usually where things start to go sideways. On a map they sit right next to each other, and a lot of people group them together, but when you actually spend time in both, they feel completely different. Riverside has more layers to it. […]
People think Avondale is just an extension of Riverside. It’s not. That’s the first-place people get it wrong. Yes, they sit next to each other. Yes, they share history. But Avondale has always been its own thing. It was planned that way from the beginning, and it still shows today. If you’re considering living in […]
Riverside in Jacksonville, Florida, is a historic in‑town neighborhood along the St. Johns River, just southwest of downtown. It’s known for tree‑lined streets and character homes. Additionally, Riverside boasts a strong local business scene centered around walkable commercial pockets like Five Points and King Street. Where Riverside Is and What It Looks Like Riverside stretches […]
Avondale is a neighborhood where oak-canopied streets, Mediterranean Revival homes, and a strong sense of community blend into timeless charm. Established in the 1920s, it remains one of the city’s most picturesque and walkable districts. It’s perfect for morning strolls, weekend brunches, and sunset bike rides. At the heart of the neighborhood is The Shoppes […]
1533 Ionia Historic Home of the Month Springfield
The Roy M. Ingersoll House, ca 1897 About the Home’s History Can you tell us the story behind this home’s fascinating past—especially the embezzlement tale I’ve heard whispers about? The first owner of the house was a man called Roy M. Ingersoll. By the 1900 census, he was found to be living in the home […]
Jacksonville’s popular neighborhood, Arlington, boasts a rich tapestry of history that reflects the broader narrative of the region. From its early indigenous roots to its modern suburban landscape, Arlington’s evolution offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. Ancient Beginnings Long before European settlers arrived, Arlington was inhabited by Native American cultures dating back to as […]
Bungalows can often be overlooked when highlighting historic homes. The large homes with grand porches and fancy columns often overshadow them. 225 E 10th Street in Jacksonville is hard to overlook however. The trim details and cheerful color have often made me wonder what it’s story is. Luckily, the owner Kiley Secrest, is a history […]
