Located just north of downtown, the Springfield neighborhood boasts a rich and vibrant history, dating back to 1869. It was once the crown jewel of the city, attracting wealthy residents and even earning the nickname “Winter White Castle of the South” for its popularity as a winter resort. Early Beginnings (1869-1880s): Golden Age (1880s-1920s): Challenges […]
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 […]
Have family in town for the holidays and looking for some things to do? Jacksonville has several art museums and galleries where you can explore a wide range of artistic styles and collections and many of them have great holiday events too. Here are some of the notable art museums in Jacksonville: Please note that […]
The holiday season is often associated with festivities, family gatherings, and cozy moments by the fireplace. It’s a time when many people put their real estate plans on hold, assuming that buying or selling a home during this period is not ideal. However, the reality is quite different. In fact, selling your home during the […]
One of Jacksonville’s most unique features is the St. Johns River that runs right through out city. There is actually a Northbank and Southbank of downtown. Our river defines out great city and is one of our greatest assets. Here are some great facts to check out:
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Are you like me? in the sense that you love plants but every plant that you buy dies? that’s how I used to be actually, because I used to buy the wrong plants for my home, and also very high-maintenance plants. Nobody likes high maintenance anything! LOL. Well, guess what? These 5 houseplants are easy […]
From the Root Team: – Dany Amparano I cannot start my day without my Cup of Joe, I love waking up at 6:30 am to the aroma of fresh coffee, and my husband, who doesn’t drink coffee AT ALL, doesn’t get my obsession with it; every time we travel, he dreads having to stop by […]
Garage sales can be ubiquitous in some communities, as a driveway is suddenly populated with a fondue set that hasn’t been used in 20 years, an old power drill that still works, furniture exiled thanks to a major redecoration, and books that have been crowded off shelves. The owners make money from the sales and […]
