At the end of a winding drive, in the highly desired neighborhood of Ortega, sits one of Jacksonville's most exquisite homes. Tastefully designed by premier architects and completely renovated by a team of master craftsmen, the attention to detail and quality of finish will take your breath away. Featuring antique wide plank flooring, rare Calacatta Borghini marble kitchen counters, hand forged light fixtures, a Pennsylvania blue stone patio looking out over unparalleled views of downtown... this home lends itself to entertaining groups of all sizes - from intimate family gatherings to celebrations under the evening stars with a multitude of friends.. Come home to 4997 Morven Road and let your next chapter begin.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
1.3 acresLot Size
$795Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Jane Slater SLATER• BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY
Bought with Elizabeth O'Steen O'STEEN• BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY
Classic riverfront Ortega home, updated and beautifully maintained. Spectacular downtown views, large lot.
Public Records
Nov 2, 1994
Sold
$650,000
$90/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$74,279 (−4.2%)
2024
$77,560 (−4.5%)
2023
$81,224 (+27.8%)
$1,842,048 + $2,709,022
$4,551,070
2022
$63,540 (+14.2%)
$1,363,824 + $2,352,995
$3,716,819
2021
$55,663 (−5.3%)
$1,363,824 + $1,802,973
$3,166,797
2020
$58,808 (−0.3%)
$1,505,520 + $1,820,650
$3,326,170
2019
$58,979 (+9.5%)
2018
$53,863 (−1.6%)
$1,204,416 + $1,770,739
$2,975,155
2017
$54,737 (+19.7%)
$1,363,824 + $1,730,173
$3,093,997
2016
$45,746 (+13.5%)
$1,363,824 + $1,730,173
$3,093,997
2015
$40,304 (+126.7%)
$1,363,824 + $1,323,659
$2,687,483
2014
$17,779
Tax history for 4997 Morven Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$74,279 (−4.2%)
2024
$77,560 (−4.5%)
2023
$81,224 (+27.8%)
$1,842,048 + $2,709,022
$4,551,070
2022
$63,540 (+14.2%)
$1,363,824 + $2,352,995
$3,716,819
2021
$55,663 (−5.3%)
$1,363,824 + $1,802,973
$3,166,797
2020
$58,808 (−0.3%)
$1,505,520 + $1,820,650
$3,326,170
2019
$58,979 (+9.5%)
2018
$53,863 (−1.6%)
$1,204,416 + $1,770,739
$2,975,155
2017
$54,737 (+19.7%)
$1,363,824 + $1,730,173
$3,093,997
2016
$45,746 (+13.5%)
$1,363,824 + $1,730,173
$3,093,997
2015
$40,304 (+126.7%)
$1,363,824 + $1,323,659
$2,687,483
2014
$17,779
*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
4
Baths
7
Stories
2
Lot width
123 ft.
Lot depth
461 ft.
Lot size
1.29 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
7,255
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Duval County
APN
1020990000R
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RLD-90
Residential Low Density-90 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
Oct 6, 1998 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Mar 21, 1996 • Final
Plumbing
Install or repair lawn sprinklers.
Plumbing
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.
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Built-in Features, Central Vacuum, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower, Primary Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Water Softener Owned
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Flooring: Wood
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 5
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
Room Information 1
Living Room
Room Information 3
Family Room
Exterior
Pool Features
Private YN: No
Pool Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Boat Lift, Dock
SecurityFeatures: Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen
Current Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Waterfront
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling
Heating: Central
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: One Time
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 7,255
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Duval County
APN: 1020990000R
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Ortega Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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Lake Shore Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
4/10
Robert E. Lee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
3/10
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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
8/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 107° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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7 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$5.48M – $6.63M
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