This home is in Avondale, Jacksonville.
Sold·Closed Jun 29, 2026·11 days on market·Recent sales in Avondale·Avondale
1405 Challen Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32205
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About this home
Avondale
*Open House Sat, 5/23 & Sun 5/24 11A-1P* HISTORIC AVONDALE CHARM with over 4000 square feet meets modern functionality on an oversized 50' x 240' lot! This beautifully maintained property offers a rare combination of character, space, and flexibility with a 2829 square foot main house, DETACHED 4-CAR GARAGE and an 1178 square foot, FULL 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT perfect for guests, multigenerational living, rental income, or a home office setup. The main home welcomes you with a covered front porch and timeless historic details. The UPDATED KITCHEN features leathered granite countertops, farmhouse sink, built-in refrigerator, double drawer refrigerator, pot filler, and gas stove. MULTIPLE FLEX SPACES provide endless options for a home office, playroom, gym, or additional living areas. The living room is equipped with surround sound speakers, and the upstairs AC has been recently replaced. The DETACHED APARTMENT includes a kitchen, full bathroom, 2 bedrooms, great room
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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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Flood zone not yet determined
Check the exact parcel at msc.fema.gov or ask Krista to pull it.
Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowners insurance — it’s always a separate policy.
Evacuation zone not yet determined
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Roof: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 1924)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Solar potential: ~1,650 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 homeThis 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 | $850,330 | $730,278 | — |
| 2024 | $877,625 | $708,990 | ▲ $114,590 |
| 2023 | $793,605 | $686,884 | ▲ $39,106 |
| 2022 | $715,422 | $665,422 | ▼ $1,904 |
| 2021 | $613,593 | $613,593 | — |
| 2020 | $576,013 | $576,013 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $13,857/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$17,100/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.
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 $324/sq ft; this home is listed at $336/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1452 Avondale Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205Listed by BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY | Aug 2026 | $955,000 | $318 | 4/2.5 | 3,000 | 18 | 0.1 |
| 1410 Edgewood Avenue S, Jacksonville, FL 32205Listed by COWFORD REALTY & DESIGN LLC | Jul 2026 | $755,000 | $332 | 4/2.5 | 2,275 | 72 | 0.1 |
| 1453 Belvedere Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS JACKSONVILLE | Sep 2026 | $655,000 | $311 | 3/2.5 | 2,103 | 60 | 0.2 |
| 1345 Talbot Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205Listed by ROOT REALTY LLC | Aug 2026 | $800,000 | $324 | 4/2.5 | 2,467 | 33 | 0.2 |
| 1511 McDuff Avenue S, Jacksonville, FL 32205Listed by BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY | Jun 2026 | $528,000 | $258 | 3/1.5 | 2,045 | 204 | 0.5 |
| 1856 Challen Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205Listed by COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY | Aug 2026 | $1,650,000 | $476 | 3/3.5 | 3,470 | 4 | 0.6 |
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: KELLER WILLIAMS JACKSONVILLE
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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