Welcome home! This charming property is unique and full of character. Bonuses include lovely, peaceful and picturesque marsh views, and there are ***two homes*** on this property. The cozy, adorable 2-bedroom 1-bath brick, cottage-like home (built 1948 ) has several upgrades and renovations including new flooring, fresh paint, and more. The vintage fireplace adds ambiance. The 2-bedroom, 1-bath garage apartment (built in 1960) is equipped with a kitchen, walk-in pantry, and plenty of storage space in the garage for a workshop and/or storage for those outdoor toys. The lovely landscaping includes pecan trees, bamboo, grape vines, and more. This could be your oasis in the city. Calling all investors and renovators at heart to finish some projects and add your special touch to this home. Please note that COJ lists the home as 832 sq. ft. and garage apartment as 936 sq. ft. 832 sq. ft. + 936 sq. ft. = 1768 sq. ft.
*** Recently Reduced*** Investor Special!! This affordably priced waterfront property has plenty of potential. There are two homes: a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom red brick house in the front, and a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom garage apartment in the back. Bring your serious offers today. ***Cash, Hard Money, or Renovation Loan only.***
Public Records
Jul 30, 2004
Sold
$103,500
$59/sq ft
realMLS #194724
Aug 2, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jul 23, 2004
Sold
$103,000
$58/sq ft
Feb 24, 2004
Listed
$97,500
$55/sq ft
2BR, 1BA brick house with 2BR, 1BA frame, garage apt in back, property sold 'as is',normally rents for $420 and $550
Public Records
Jan 9, 2002
Sold
$88,000
$50/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 14, 1993
Sold
$40,300
$23/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 7, 1978
Sold
$62,500
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,548 (+15.5%)
$71,682 + $144,991
$216,673
2024
$3,937 (−12.8%)
$71,682 + $144,991
$216,673
2023
$4,515 (+169.8%)
$78,482 + $152,955
$231,437
2022
$1,673 (+6.6%)
2021
$1,569 (−51.2%)
$68,282 + $831
$69,113
2020
$3,214 (+57.8%)
$68,282 + $93,781
$162,063
2019
$2,037 (+1.4%)
2018
$2,009 (+1.4%)
2017
$1,982 (+0.8%)
2016
$1,966 (−0.9%)
2015
$1,983
2014
$1,984
Tax history for 3928 Bessent Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,548 (+15.5%)
$71,682 + $144,991
$216,673
2024
$3,937 (−12.8%)
$71,682 + $144,991
$216,673
2023
$4,515 (+169.8%)
$78,482 + $152,955
$231,437
2022
$1,673 (+6.6%)
2021
$1,569 (−51.2%)
$68,282 + $831
$69,113
2020
$3,214 (+57.8%)
$68,282 + $93,781
$162,063
2019
$2,037 (+1.4%)
2018
$2,009 (+1.4%)
2017
$1,982 (+0.8%)
2016
$1,966 (−0.9%)
2015
$1,983
2014
$1,984
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
374 ft.
Lot size
2.73 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
832
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Duval County
APN
0211540000R
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 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
Aug 26, 1998 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Assigned
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Exterior
Pool Features
Private YN: No
No
Pool Features: None
Exterior Features
Fencing: Chain Link
Property Information
Waterfront Features: Marsh
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Current Use: Residential, Single Family
Lot Information
Waterfront
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling
Heating: Central
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: One Time
Association Fee2 Frequency: One Time
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Highlands
Elementary School: Garden City
High School: Jean Ribault
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 832
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.73 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Duval County
APN: 0211540000R
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Garden City Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
3/10
Highlands Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
2/10
Jean Ribault High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$302,000 – $365,000
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