#2090365, LESLIE RIOS WILKINS, Listing office: COWFORD REALTY & DESIGN LLC
$635,000 List price
2259 Forbes St Jacksonville, FL 32204
5 beds
3 full
2,388 sqft
0.09 acres
$266 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2259 Forbes St
Welcome to a piece of Riverside history! Nestled peacefully on quintessential Forbes Street, this timeless picturesque home offers quiet living just a short stroll from the river and all the vibrant attractions of Riverside. You'll be proud to call this house your home, as it greets you with distinctive character and undeniable charm. Welcome your mornings on the spacious front porch—coffee in hand—swaying gently on the swing. Step inside to your bright, airy entryway with its soaring ceilings, grand staircase, and original glass windows that wave as they dance in the sunlight. Entertain effortlessly with newly updated kitchen appliances, and a generous dining room warmed by one of two cozy fireplaces. With four roomy bedrooms and an additional upper-level porch, there's space for everyone to relax and feel at home. We'd love to introduce you to this truly special place—come see why it's so easy to fall in love!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Multi Unit(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
Size2,388 sqft
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built1921
ParkingOn Street
MLS #2086895
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: On Street
- Exterior: Courtyard, Porch/Covered, Porch Front, Porch, Screened Porch
- Architectural Style: Historic, Traditional
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Multi Unit(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $635,000
- Price/SqFt: $265
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,669
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Historic
- Directions: From the Historic 5 Points area, Take Park Street West, to Right on Copeland Street, To left on Forbes, House on Right
- Year Built: 1921
- Living Area: 2,388 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
- MLS Number: 2086895
- MLS Name: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
- Office Name: TRADITIONS REALTY LLC
- Office Phone: (904) 683-5230
- Office Email: sally.suslak@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Sacha Higham
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $169,486 | $2,669 |
| 2022 | $164,550 | $2,451 |
| 2021 | $159,758 | $2,451 |
| 2019 | $154,011 | $2,375 |
| 2018 | $151,140 | $2,343 |
| 2017 | $148,032 | $2,312 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Central Riverside Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.5 mi
•2555 Gilmore St
7
West Riverside Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
0.7 mi
•2801 Herschel St
8
Ruth N. Upson Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.0 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 $47,024. Residents of Jacksonville, FL typically earn less than $<35k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
40%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
68%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
9%
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
43%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Continuing Education Courses
NBA/WNBA
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Forever 21
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Qdoba
Starbucks
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
Pontiac
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2259 Forbes St
The listing price of 2259 Forbes St property is $635,000.
The property 2259 Forbes St is a house located in Jacksonville, Florida, 32204.
Active Listing: 2259 Forbes St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2259 Forbes St are: Central Riverside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), West Riverside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ruth N. Upson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Young Mens/Womens Leadership Academy at Eugene J Butler (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lavilla School of the Arts (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), John E. Ford PreK - 8 School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Jacksonville Classical Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Riverside High School (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 $2,669 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 2259 Forbes St has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 2259 Forbes St is 2,388 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2259 Forbes St is 1921.
This home is located at 2259 Forbes St in Jacksonville, FL and zip code 32204 in the Northwest Jacksonville neighborhood. This 2,388 square foot home, which was built in 1921, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $635,000.
Over 145 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Jacksonville, FL. In the same period over 597 listings were sold below the listed price and 254 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Jacksonville, FL there were 3.6% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $303,089 and the average listing age was 59 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.