Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom brick home located in University Park! Thoughtful modern updates blend with the timeless character and charm of this established home. Recent updates include new kitchen tile flooring, new ceiling fans throughout, and 5-year old HVAC equipment and ductwork. New roof and gutters were installed in 2026, offering added peace of mind and enhancing curb appeal. The flexible layout includes a privately situated bedroom that could make an ideal home office or guest space. Enjoy the covered patio and fenced backyard with room to relax, entertain or garden. The double carport and additional driveway provide ample parking. Centrally located with convenient access to Mayport, NAS Jax, JIA, and Downtown Jacksonville. Perfect for the outdoor lover! Just minutes away from community accessible hiking, fishing, swimming, golf, pickleball and so much more. Schedule your private showing today to see all this home has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$189Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Mission Home Group HAYS• BETTER HOMES & GARDENS REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLES REALTY
Listed by Christie Hays HAYS• BETTER HOMES & GARDENS REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLES REALTY
University Park, located between San Jose Boulevard and the St. Johns River, is a residential and campus-adjacent Jacksonville neighborhood with mid-century streetscapes and a leafy, low-rise feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the University Boulevard West and San Jose Boulevard corridor, where coffee counters, casual eateries, and everyday services keep the sidewalks active. Ranch homes and brick cottages sit under mature oaks, with curving streets that soften the edges of busier arterials. The University of North Florida presence shapes the rhythm with bike lanes, study spots, and weekend events. Nearby riverfront parks and creeks add a calm, outdoorsy counterpoint to the commercial strips. Community touchstones include the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, Sun-Ray Cinema, and the Riverside Arts Market.
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Offer insights
5539 Riverton Rd · $324,900
$325K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $325K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
30 days
The average home goes pending in 55 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.4%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Ceiling fan(s)
Entrance foyer
Primary bathroom with shower (no tub)
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric oven
Electric range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Electric water heater
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air
Exterior features
Covered front porch
Rear covered patio/porch
Wood fencing in backyard
Smoke detector(s)
Asphalt road access
Home design
Single-family residence
One level
Parking
Attached covered carport (2 spaces)
Security
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Brick construction
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public sewer
Electricity connected
Water connected
Sewer connected
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
This property offers convenient access to a wide range of business, educational and recreational facilities with its proximity to downtown, Jacksonville University, Blue Cypress Park and more. Blue Cypress Park is a public outdoor recreation site offering a golf course, sports fields, pickle ball courts, and more. The kitchen has been beautifully updated. The bathrooms have been carefully renovated balancing modern amenities with the character of the original design. Original hardwood floors have been refinished to maintain their quality and appearance. Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring in areas where hardwood is not present. Flex space that can serve as an office or fourth bedroom. The back porch can be customized to your preferences. Stop by and take a tour today!
Public Records
Sep 17, 2014
Sold
$120,000
$70/sq ft
realMLS #731767
Sep 16, 2014
Listing Removed
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Sep 12, 2014
Sold
$120,000
$70/sq ft
Aug 11, 2014
Listed
$134,900
$78/sq ft
This charming all brick home is looking for a new family. Lovingly maintained, this home features a spacious kitchen with large breakfast room, a formal dining room and spacious family room. The backyard with brick patio is delightful and the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day. House has been re-plumbed and the roof is only 6 years old.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,107 (+4.6%)
2024
$3,928 (+14.9%)
2023
$3,419 (+16.1%)
2022
$2,944 (+10.8%)
2021
$2,658 (+10.5%)
2020
$2,405 (+0.3%)
$29,120 + $95,437
$124,557
2019
$2,397 (+8.8%)
2018
$2,204 (+8.1%)
$18,200 + $92,808
$111,008
2017
$2,039 (+3.1%)
$18,200 + $82,031
$100,231
2016
$1,977 (−3.7%)
$18,200 + $82,031
$100,231
2015
$2,054 (+87.1%)
$18,200 + $76,933
$95,133
2014
$1,098
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
80 ft.
Lot depth
108 ft.
Lot size
8,396 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,721
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,721
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Duval County
APN
1126630000R
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
Oct 3, 2006 • Final
Electrical
Work on regrounding the electrical system.
Electrical
Sep 26, 2006 • Final
Plumbing
Repipe plumbing fixtures in a residential building.
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.
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 106° 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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Historical weather
Jacksonville, FL • 32277
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Sun exposure
66/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.1 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5539 Riverton Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $225,000 and $355,000.
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