1870 Challen Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32205
MLS# 608875
Status:
Closed5 beds | 6 baths
Property DescriptionNestled among towering oaks on nearly 1 acre park-like setting on one of Avondale's most sought after streets, this classic residence offers sweeping views of the river & the distant downtown skyline. During 2 major 1990's renovations considerable attention was devoted to preserving original historic details while creating modern living spaces & amenities.Nearly every sun-filled room of this move in ready,meticulously presented home is graced with river views! In 1991 Kendale designed and built the family room on the east side of the home.In 1996 a brand new kitchen and upstairs master suite were added(architect-Bill Leuthold).The kitchen opens to a covered brick terrace & the family room opens to a charming brick courtyard-convienent for outdoor entertaing.GO TO SUPPLEMENT FOR MORE DETAIL
Property Attached YN: No
Current Price: $2,500,000
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Status: Closed
Sold Price: $2,500,000
Listing Contract Date: 2012-01-26
Parcel Number: 0793590000
Tax Legal Description: AVONDALE
Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot Size Dimensions: 124x325x126x321
Living Area: 6018
Living Area Source: Public Records
CDD Fee YN: No
CDD Fee Amount: 0
Association YN: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Association Fee: 0
Association Fee Frequency: One Time
Waterfront YN: Yes
Directions: S. on Roosevelt to left on Edgewood then left on St Johns Ave to first rt on Challen. Property on River,Rt side of Cul-de-sac
Public Remarks: Nestled among towering oaks on nearly 1 acre park-like setting on one of Avondale's most sought after streets, this classic residence offers sweeping views of the river & the distant downtown skyline. During 2 major 1990's renovations considerable attention was devoted to preserving original historic details while creating modern living spaces & amenities.Nearly every sun-filled room of this move in ready,meticulously presented home is graced with river views! In 1991 Kendale designed and built the family room on the east side of the home.In 1996 a brand new kitchen and upstairs master suite were added(architect-Bill Leuthold).The kitchen opens to a covered brick terrace & the family room opens to a charming brick courtyard-convienent for outdoor entertaing.GO TO SUPPLEMENT FOR MORE DETAIL
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 2
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Stories: 2
List Price/SqFt: 431.21
Sold Price/SqFt: 415.42
Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 5
Bathrooms Total: 6
Year Built: 1927
Dryer: 1
Electric Water Heater: 1
Electric Dryer Hookup: 1
Washer Hookup: 1
Cul-De-Sac: 1
Historic Area: 1
Sprinklers In Front: 1
Sprinklers In Rear: 1
Circular Driveway: 1
Detached: 1
Security System Owned: 1
Smoke Detector(s): 1
Navigable Water: 1
River Front: 1
Breakfast Bar: 1
Breakfast Nook: 1
Entrance Foyer: 1
Kitchen Island: 1
Pantry: 1
Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower: 1
Walk-In Closet(s): 1
Wet Bar: 1
Public Historical Remarks 1: Utilities-Underground: Y, Bulkhead: Y, Bath-Owner Bath W/Whirlpool: Y, Interior aMENITIES-Prewired Audio: Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Parking Facilities-Keypad Entry: Y, Structure Off Grade: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Interior Amenities-French Door(s): Y, Fenced Partial: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Occupant Type: Appointment, Call Listing Agent
Street Number: 1870
Street Name: Challen
Street Suffix: Avenue
County: Duval
State: FL
Postal Code: 32205
MLS Area Major: 032-Avondale
Subdivision Name: Avondale
Major Change Timestamp: 2023-11-14T18:36:10Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2012-08-01T20:21:42Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2012-12-17
Close Date: 2012-12-28
Close Price: 2500000
Approx Parcel Size: .51 to 1 Acre
Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup
Utilities: Cable Connected
Cooling: Central Air; Zoned
Heating: Central; Heat Pump; Zoned
Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior Features: Balcony; Dock
Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio
Parking Features: Circular Driveway; Detached; Garage
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Historic Area; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear
Waterfront Features: Navigable Water; River Front
| Room Name | Level | Remarks |
| Office | | |
| Utility Room | | |
| Other | First | Breakfast Room |
| Living Room | First | |
| Family Room | First | |
| Bonus Room | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | |
| Bedroom 1 | Second | |
| Bedroom 2 | Second | |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | |
| Bedroom 4 | Second | |
Listing Office: WATSON REALTY CORP
Last Updated: November - 06 - 2024
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.