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#2097699, JANE OWEN, Listing office: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY
$1,125,000 List price
1740 Challen Ave Jacksonville, FL 32205
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,216 sqft
$350 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1740 Challen Ave
Welcome to this stunning Mediterranean Revival home in Avondale! The inviting front porch and beautifully arched front door and windows of the foyer create a grand entrance. This home perfectly blends traditional formal rooms with comfortable living areas. The thoughtfully designed kitchen boasts a charming butler's pantry, highlighting the home's rich history. A built-in banquette provides a cozy space for casual dining, while the formal dining room is perfect for special occasions. The first floor also includes a convenient powder room and a dedicated office area. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms with plenty of closet space and three bathrooms. The primary suite is a true oasis, featuring a separate tub and shower, two separate vanities, and two separate closets. The private backyard is absolutely lovely, offering a serene escape. The barrel tile roof is 8 years old, and the AC and duct work with a UV light are also 8 years old. Buyer to verify square footage
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size3,216 sqft
Year built1925
ParkingDetached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
MLS #2076182
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Breakfast Nook, Built-in Features, Butler Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, His and Hers Closets, Jack and Jill Bath, Pantry, Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Exterior: Porch Front
- Architectural Style: Historic
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $1,125,000
- Price/SqFt: $349
- Annual Tax Amount: $10,884
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Historic
- Directions: Heading N on Roosevelt Blvd (Hwy 17); exit and go R on Edgewood Ave towards St Johns River, cross Park St, L on Herschel, 1st R on Challen to home on Right
- Year Built: 1925
- Living Area: 3,216 SqFt
- MLS Number: 2076182
- MLS Name: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
- Office Name: MILLER & COMPANY REAL ESTATE
- Office Phone: (904) 388-0000
- Office Email: homes@millerjacksonville.com
- Listing Agent: SHEILA THOMPSON
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $635,450 | $10,884 |
| 2022 | $616,942 | $10,004 |
| 2021 | $598,973 | $10,004 |
| 2019 | $589,327 | $10,000 |
| 2018 | $581,928 | $9,956 |
| 2017 | $330,208 | $5,482 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
West Riverside Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
0.7 mi
•2801 Herschel St
6
Fishweir Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
0.9 mi
•3977 Herschel St
8
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•1090 Dancy St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $63,737. The most common annual income of people living in Jacksonville, FL is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
22%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
12%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
61%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Skiing/snowboarding
Men's Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Banana Republic
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Sonic
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
BMW
Lexus
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Talk/Personality
News
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1740 Challen Ave
The listing price of 1740 Challen Ave property is $1,125,000.
The property 1740 Challen Ave is a house located in Jacksonville, Florida, 32205.
Active Listing: 1740 Challen Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1740 Challen Ave are: West Riverside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Fishweir Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ruth N. Upson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lake Shore Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Young Mens/Womens Leadership Academy at Eugene J Butler (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kipp Impact K-8 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Riverside High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Jacksonville Classical Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), The Bridge to Success Academy at W Jacksonville (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $10,884 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1740 Challen Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1740 Challen Ave is 3,216 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1740 Challen Ave is 1925.
This home is located at 1740 Challen Ave in Jacksonville, FL and zip code 32205 in the Southwest Jacksonville neighborhood. This 3,216 square foot home was built in 1925. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,125,000.
While more than 145 listings in Jacksonville, FL in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 254 listings sold at asking price, and more than 597 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Jacksonville, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 3.6%. Listings spent 59 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $303,089 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.