2249 FORBES Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204 (MLS# 2120455)

2249 FORBES Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204

$410,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,400 Status: Closed

Current Price: $410,000 List Date: 12/05/2025 Last Modified: 8/21/2026

Overview

Description

Discover timeless charm in this meticulously preserved historic bungalow, located in the heart of Riverside. Ideally situated between vibrant Five Points and the King Street District, and just a short jaunt to the Shoppes of Avondale. This light-filled home showcases original hardwood floors, generously sized rooms, and an abundance of character throughout. A rare arched front door and cozy fireplace create an inviting first impression. Modern updates complement its historic charm for comfortable, effortless living. Outside, the beautiful paver driveway guides you to the private backyard offering a peaceful retreat, complete with a rear deck, perfect for entertaining. Also featured is an oversized two-car detached garage—an exceptional find in Riverside—with the potential to be transformed into an ADU or studio space. From its classic architecture to its modern livability, this bungalow blends history, warmth, and opportunity in one of Jacksonville's most sought-after neighborhood ... (Read more)

Supplements: This home is centrally located and convenient to SO MUCH that Jacksonville has to offer. Lots of area dining and shopping; Riverside Arts Market, 5-points, The King Street District, The Shoppes of Avondale, Brooklyn, Downtown Jacksonville, Springfield, Everbank Field, Vystar Arena, Daily's Place. Just a short drive to area beaches including Jackson ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2120455

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1400
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 1926
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Association YN: No
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From 95N exit Park Street. Take Park Street west to Right on Copeland Street. Left on Forbes. Home will be on the Right.
Public Remarks: Discover timeless charm in this meticulously preserved historic bungalow, located in the heart of Riverside. Ideally situated between vibrant Five Points and the King Street District, and just a short jaunt to the Shoppes of Avondale. This light-filled home showcases original hardwood floors, generously sized rooms, and an abundance of character throughout. A rare arched front door and cozy fireplace create an inviting first impression. Modern updates complement its historic charm for comfortable, effortless living. Outside, the beautiful paver driveway guides you to the private backyard offering a peaceful retreat, complete with a rear deck, perfect for entertaining. Also featured is an oversized two-car detached garage—an exceptional find in Riverside—with the potential to be transformed into an ADU or studio space. From its classic architecture to its modern livability, this bungalow blends history, warmth, and opportunity in one of Jacksonville's most sought-after neighborhoods.
List Price/SqFt: 321.36
Sold Price/SqFt: 292.86
Bathrooms Half: 0

Property Features

Architectural Style: Historic Appliances: Gas Range; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower Flooring: Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Frame; Wood Siding Other Structures: Workshop Parking Features: Detached; Garage; Off Street Fencing: Back Yard; Wood Current Use: Residential Road Frontage Type: City Street Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Financing; Inspection

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2025-12-05

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 2249
Street Name: FORBES
Street Suffix: Street
County: Duval
State: FL
Postal Code: 32204
MLS Area Major: 031-Riverside
Subdivision Name: Riverside

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-01-24T01:56:32Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-12-14
Close Date: 2026-01-21
Close Price: 410000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Location, Tax, and Legal

Country: US
Parcel Number: 091034 0000
Tax Legal Description: 2-24 22-2S-26E RIVERSIDE E 45FT OF W 54FT LOT 5 BLK 73

Appliances

Gas Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Tankless Water Heater: Yes

Construction Materials

Frame: Yes
Wood Siding: Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes

Current Use

Residential: Yes

Fencing

Back Yard: Yes
Wood: Yes

Flooring

Tile: Yes
Wood: Yes

Heating

Central: Yes
Electric: Yes

Laundry Features

Electric Dryer Hookup: Yes
Washer Hookup: Yes

Listing Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes
FHA: Yes
VA Loan: Yes

Other Structures

Workshop: Yes

Parking Features

Detached: Yes
Garage: Yes
Off Street: Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow: Yes

Road Frontage Type

City Street: Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer: Yes

Utilities

Electricity Connected: Yes
Natural Gas Connected: Yes
Sewer Connected: Yes
Water Connected: Yes

Water Source

Public: Yes

Architectural Style

Historic: Yes

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Pantry: Yes
Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower: Yes

Contingency Reason

Financing: Yes
Inspection: Yes

Documents

Flood Disclosure ›

Historic Dicslosure ›

LBP Disclosure ›

Listing Office: LINDA STRICKLAND REALTY

Last Updated: August - 21 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.