Now offered at an exceptional value and motivated sellers! 1521 Charon Road combines flexibility, privacy and location with features that are hard to find. The property includes a separate two-story ADU with a loft-style bedroom--ideal for guests, extended living, a private office or potential income-producing use, subject to applicable requirements. The main home features wood flooring, a wood-burning fireplace, split-bedroom layout and a first-floor primary bedroom. Enjoy a fenced backyard with no rear neighbors, mature fruit-bearing trees, RV parking and a 50A 125/250V outlet ready for EV charging. Walk to Fishweir Park and enjoy easy access to Murray Hill, the Shops of Avondale and Downtown Jacksonville. Two distinct living spaces, added privacy and exceptional versatility make this a standout opportunity. Schedule your showing today!
Avondale, located between the St. Johns River and Riverside, is a historic and walkable Jacksonville neighborhood with a riverfront edge and a village-style retail strip. The character concentrates around St. Johns Avenue near Talbot Avenue, where sidewalk patios, boutiques, and small galleries line the blocks. Brick streets and early-20th-century bungalows and Tudors set a classic streetscape under mature oaks. The Shoppes of Avondale frames daily errands with independent storefronts and café windows. Community pillars include the Sun-Ray Cinema, Fishweir Brewing Company, and Biscotti’s.
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Offer insights
1521 Charon Rd · $419,000
$418K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $418K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
68 days
The average home goes pending in 55 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.5%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Ceiling fans
In-law floorplan
Primary bathroom has a shower (no tub)
Primary bedroom on the downstairs level
Split-bedroom layout
Wood-burning fireplace (1 total)
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Electric water heater
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup on the lower level
Flooring
Tile flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Back yard with wood privacy fencing
Located in a historic area
City street frontage
Asphalt road surface
Guest house on the property
Shingle roof
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Off-street parking
On-street parking
RV access/parking
Construction
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public sewer
Electricity connected
Sewer connected
Water connected
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to your dream home! Located in the coveted Avondale/Riverside area, this rare property is a true gem. The main home has original hard wood floors and features 3 bedrooms along with 2 full bathrooms, perfectly suited for family living. Additionally, there's a separate 2-story, 1 bed/1 bath apartment in the back, offering a versatile space for multi-generational living, a home business (perfect for Air BnB), or guest accommodations. Relax in your outdoor oasis complete with lush landscaping, new concrete patio for your outdoor gatherings plus a hot tub, providing you with the ultimate private retreat. This home also has updated windows, a new HVAC, updated electric panel and includes an RV hook up. Located outside of the Riverside Avondale Preservation (RAP) boundary line, offering all of the charm and allure of Avondale without the Historic District restrictions. This home combines classic appeal with modern amenities, perfect for Jacksonville living at its finest.
realMLS #1037140
Mar 19, 2020
Sold
$300,000
$204/sq ft
Feb 11, 2020
Pending
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Feb 10, 2020
Contingent
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Feb 6, 2020
Listed
$300,000
$204/sq ft
+36
3/2 Plus a 1/1 Guest house. Roof 7 years old Updated Plumbing and electric New driveway This beautiful 3-bedroom/2-bathroom home features a separate two-story 1-bedroom/1-bath backyard retreat ensconced in a beautifully manicured zeroscaped yard. Surrounded by picturesque oaks, a Japanese holly and pecan trees, and with a yard full of fruit-bearing trees and native edible plants and herbs, there's virtually no yard upkeep at all for this very special home. Inside, you are treated to an immaculate living space, freshly painted throughout with hardwood and tile floors, and curved wall edges. Enjoy each room's unique features: The master bedroom suite boasts cathedral tongue-and-groove ceilings, an inset wall display area with fader-enabled mood lighting, custom closets, and plenty of storage above and in the laundry area The guest room features a cutaway alcove and two closets, and a third bedroom or office space features custom-made cabinetry and a lovely window seat overlooking the verdant front yard. The recently updated, kitchen features generous cabinet space and an extra-deep sink. The front rooms -- living, dining and sunroom -- all connect in an open floor plan featuring a cozy fireplace. Lounge on the back deck under the centerpiece Japanese holly, soak in the hot tub or take a short stroll over backgate footbridge to Fishweir Park, which features a wetland preserve, wild blackberry bushes and a playground. Walk just a few blocks to Fishweir Elementary, ride bikes to the St. John's Ave. shopping district, or down Park Street to the Boone Park tennis courts or to the Park and King district. FSCJ and its serene duck pond lie just across Park Street. Upgrades include new roof, new driveway, all new windows, wood floors , new ceiling fans in most rooms, new A/C in the guest house, recently painted exterior and freshly painted interior. This is a one-of-a-kind home in Riverside/Avondale neighborhood, just minutes from I-10, I-95 and Roosevelt Blvd.
realMLS #1021066
Jan 2, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Nov 28, 2019
Price Changed
$299,000
$203/sq ft
Nov 16, 2019
Price Changed
$305,000
$207/sq ft
Nov 8, 2019
Price Changed
$310,000
$210/sq ft
Nov 1, 2019
Price Changed
$315,000
$214/sq ft
Oct 24, 2019
Price Changed
$319,000
$217/sq ft
Oct 17, 2019
Listed
$329,000
$223/sq ft
realMLS #1005645
Jul 18, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jul 15, 2019
Listed
$315,000
$214/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 25, 1997
Sold
$60,000
$41/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1988
Sold
$51,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,033 (+32.7%)
$103,230 + $205,360
$308,590
2024
$3,793 (+2.9%)
$103,230 + $205,360
$308,590
2023
$3,687 (+9.2%)
2022
$3,376 (+0.7%)
2021
$3,351 (−2.2%)
$89,280 + $131,823
$221,103
2020
$3,425 (+244.0%)
$89,280 + $93,235
$182,515
2019
$996 (+2.0%)
2018
$976 (+2.0%)
2017
$957 (+1.4%)
2016
$944 (−0.7%)
2015
$951 (+0.1%)
2014
$950
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
115 ft.
Lot size
6,786 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2010
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,473
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,473
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Duval County
APN
0929640000R
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RLD-60
Residential Low Density-60 District
This category includes residential developments in a density range of up to 7 dwelling units per acre when full urban services are available. Generally, single-family dwellings will be the predominant land use in this category, although patio homes, townhomes, and multiple-family dwellings may also be permitted in appropriate locations. Minimum lot size shall be one-half acre per dwelling unit when both centralized potable water and wastewater treatment are not available. The lot size may be reduced to one quarter acre per dwelling unit if either one of these services is available. Secondary and supporting nonresidential uses described herein may also be permitted, subject to the criteria set forth in this Section below.; The following primary and secondary zoning districts may be considered in the Low Density Residential Category depicted on the Future Land Use Map series of the Comprehensive Plan.; The Residential Low Density RLD zoning districts allow for single-family dwellings at minimum lot sizes permitted in each district along with certain supporting open space uses, community facilities and utilities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Golf related
Park & open space
Jun 6, 2024 • Final
Building
ADU
Mar 21, 2006 • Final
Building
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Jacksonville, FL • 32205
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Jacksonville. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1521 Charon Rd
$409,011
$9,989 under list price of $419K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $300K to $390K.