This home is in Riverside, Jacksonville.
Sold·Closed Aug 17, 2026·54 days on market·Recent sales in Riverside·Riverside
2598 Herschel Street
Jacksonville, FL 32204
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About this home
Riverside
In the heart of Riverside, this 1929 home offers the kind of scale, craftsmanship, and livability that have made the neighborhood's historic homes so enduring. Spanning three full stories, the home unfolds with generous proportions, abundant natural light, and a floorplan ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. From the moment you step inside, the home feels welcoming and substantial, with historic character carried throughout in the original wood floors, large windows, and thoughtfully preserved details that speak to its era while still living comfortably for today. Beginning with the wraparound porch, which invites slow evenings and conversation, this is the home you've been waiting to see! The first floor is anchored by a spacious foyer that opens into separate living and dining rooms, creating distinct yet connected spaces for gathering.
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What this home actually costs per month at the asking price — not just the mortgage.
- • Homeowners insurance is on top — in Florida it varies widely with roof age and wind/flood zone (see the Reality Check below). Budget it before you offer.
- • In CDD communities (Nocatee, eTown, Seven Pines…), bond assessments are collected on the property-tax bill, and the amount varies home to home — a prior owner may have prepaid the bond — so we confirm this home’s exact line rather than trust a community average.
- • Taxes are estimated at YOUR purchase price — Florida assessments reset on sale, so the seller’s current bill is usually lower than yours will be (that applies to the reference bill above too).
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Florida Reality Check
The storm-and-insurance facts every Florida buyer should know up front.
Zone X — minimal flood hazard
Flood insurance is typically not required by lenders (always optional).
Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowners insurance — it’s always a separate policy.
Hurricane evacuation zone C
Zone C evacuates after zones A, B in an approaching storm.
Roof: material not specified — year not disclosed (home built 1929)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Sewer & public water · JEA
County records show this parcel on central sewer served by JEA — no septic system to inspect or maintain.
Source: Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).
Solar potential: ~1,567 usable sun-hours per year
A strong solar roof by Florida standards — worth pricing panels if energy bills matter to you.
Krista can connect you with local insurance quotes before you make an offer.
Ask about this homeAs of July 2026, this Reality Check is informational only — it draws on FEMA/FDEM hazard layers, Florida DOH water records, and the listing’s own fields at this property’s coordinates. None of it is a determination, survey, or inspection, and public records can lag or conflict with on-site conditions. Independently verify anything you’ll rely on: the flood zone at msc.fema.gov and floridadisaster.org/knowyourzone (and confirm flood-insurance cost with your lender and a licensed insurance agent), and the sewer/septic, roof, and utilities with a professional inspection.
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Taxes & assessment
| Year | Market value | Taxable value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $556,698 | $496,945 | ▲ $26,090 |
| 2024 | $532,233 | $482,233 | — |
| 2023 | $541,897 | $491,897 | ▼ $23,826 |
| 2022 | $540,104 | $490,104 | ▼ $138,094 |
| 2021 | $556,586 | $159,988 | ▲ $166,646 |
| 2020 | $378,688 | $157,089 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $9,364/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$15,300/yr
Florida’s Save Our Homes cap limits how fast the current owner’s assessment can rise — and it resets when a home sells, so a buyer’s tax bill is typically based on the purchase price, not the seller’s bill above. Estimate uses the median effective rate across 3,305 current Duval listings and includes typical non-ad-valorem assessments; actual taxes depend on exemptions and taxing district. Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll (2025), NEFMLS.
History
Price & status history
- Aug 17, 2026Closed$819,000
- Jul 20, 2026Active Under Contract$819,000
- Jul 10, 2026Price change$819,000−$10,000
- May 27, 2026Listed$829,000
History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.
Closed sales
What sold nearby
Closed sales within about two miles in the last 18 months, same property type, similar size. Closed prices from the MLS, not estimates. Their median is $256/sq ft; this home is listed at $294/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2653 Forbes Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204Listed by COWFORD REALTY & DESIGN LLC | Aug 2026 | $125,000 | $61 | 3/2 | 2,045 | 0 | 0.2 |
| 2301 Oak Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS JACKSONVILLE | Aug 2026 | $875,000 | $274 | 6/3.5 | 3,198 | 41 | 0.3 |
| 2772 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205Listed by ONE SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY | Aug 2026 | $815,500 | $252 | 5/4 | 3,230 | 80 | 0.3 |
| 2738 Downing Street, Jacksonville, FL 32205Listed by COMPASS FLORIDA LLC | Jul 2026 | $725,000 | $298 | 3/2.5 | 2,436 | 2 | 0.3 |
| 2789 Selma Street, Jacksonville, FL 32205Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS ST JOHNS | Oct 2026 | $675,000 | $242 | 5/4 | 2,784 | 32 | 0.4 |
| 2686 Green Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204Listed by SOUTHEAST ATLANTIC REALTY | Aug 2026 | $523,000 | $256 | 3/2.5 | 2,041 | 183 | 0.4 |
Sold data from the realMLS IDX feed. A closed price is what a buyer paid, not what this home is worth; Krista runs the adjustments per home.
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Listing Courtesy of: COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided through the IDX program of realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service). © 2026 Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved.
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About Riverside
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