A Walk Through Time: Exploring Jacksonville’s Historic Home Styles Jacksonville, Florida, boasts a rich architectural tapestry, with historic homes whispering tales of bygone eras. From grand Victorian mansions to cozy Craftsman bungalows, each style reflects the city’s evolution and the aspirations of its residents. Let’s embark on a journey through some of Jacksonville’s most captivating […]
HGTV and Instagram have popularized historic homes – they are photogenic, have unique architectural elements that are hard to replicate, and definitely NOT cookie cutter. If you’re in the market for a new home, buying a historic property might be an option worth considering. Let’s explore the benefits and challenges of purchasing a historic home […]
Many of us love the idea of growing our own food. In fact, veggie growing is my personal favorite, so I just love visiting my fellow veggie gardeners and learning from them. Many folks think that vegetable gardens are unsightly and can only be used seasonally – tomatoes and peppers are the most popular vegetables […]
Once the residence of Jacksonville Philanthropist, Dorcas Drake (whose name you will note on the transom over the front door), this updated historic home in Springfield won’t disappoint. **Bonus – NEW ROOF** Meet the neighbors or sip your morning coffee on the large front. porch. The foyer is a perfect place to drop your shoes […]
Welcome to your own private, little bungalow on one of Springfield’s less familiar streets! The first thing you’ll notice is a welcoming front porch with its own porch swing waiting for you. The home retains much of its original character including hardwood floors, two fireplaces with Ionic columns, and trim throughout. As you enter, you’ll […]
First up is Riverside Avondale Preservation’s Garden Tour that is set to be held on Saturday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This tour brings neighbors and businesses together to share the transformative nature of front yards, backyards, gardens and landscapes that are sure to give inspiration and encourage budding gardening ideas to bloom. Tour admission […]
325 W 60TH ST, JACKSONVILLE, FL Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Click Here to Get Directions $129900 2bed – 1bath – ADORABLE BUNGALOW – MOVE IN READY!! Enjoy the covered porch and the joys of home ownership without the hassel of having to update everything yourself. This home has a new roof, new carpet […]
CLOSE TO EVERYTHING! With it’s gorgeous wrap around porch + proximity to all the new businesses on Main St. you’ll love this cute home w/a paved entry way! As you enter, you will immediatley notice the open floor plan + beautiful original heart of pine floors. The spacious kitchen w/breakfast bar is great for cooking […]
It’s that time of year again – Jacksonville’s free porchfest in Historic Springfield. What is Porchfest? Every year members of Historic Springfield open up their porches to dozens of bands to perform. Stroll from porch to porch and enjoy this beautiful historic community while enjoying some great music and food from local food trucks. The […]
