2249 FORBES Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204
$449,900
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
2
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
1,400
Status:
Active Under Contract
Current Price:
$449,900
List Date:
12/05/2025
Last Modified:
12/14/2025
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 neighborhoods.
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 Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach. And an easy commute to NAS Jax, Naval Station Mayport, Jacksonville International Airport.
More Information MLS# 2120455
Contract Information
Property Attached YN: No
Current Price: $449,900
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Status: Active Under Contract
List Price: $449,900
Listing Contract Date: 2025-12-05
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
General Property Information
Bathrooms Half: 0
Living Area: 1400
Living Area Source: Appraiser
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Association YN: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Waterfront YN: No
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.
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
Stories: 1
List Price/SqFt: 321.36
Bedrooms Total: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Year Built: 1926
Status Change Information
Contingent Date: 2025-12-14
Major Change Timestamp: 2025-12-14T23:46:08Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Contingency: Active Under Contract
Appliances
Gas Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Tankless Water Heater: 1
Construction Materials
Frame: 1
Wood Siding: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Current Use
Residential: 1
Fencing
Back Yard: 1
Wood: 1
Fireplace Features
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring
Tile: 1
Wood: 1
Heating
Central: 1
Electric: 1
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup: 1
Washer Hookup: 1
Listing Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
FHA: 1
VA Loan: 1
Other Structures
Workshop: 1
Parking Features
Detached: 1
Garage: 1
Off Street: 1
Possession
Close Of Escrow: 1
Road Frontage Type
City Street: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Utilities
Electricity Connected: 1
Natural Gas Connected: 1
Sewer Connected: 1
Water Connected: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Architectural Style
Historic: 1
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Pantry: 1
Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower: 1
DPR Eligible
DPR Eligible: Yes
Contingency Reason
Financing: 1
Inspection: 1
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
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
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Listing Office:
LINDA STRICKLAND REALTY
Last Updated: December - 14 - 2025
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.