Long Branch/Fairfield Multifamily Home for Sale

Long Branch/Fairfield in Jacksonville is a neighborhood characterized by its mix of long-term residents and first-time homebuyers, with many renting their homes. The area features homes built in the 1930s to 1950s, including bungalows, cottages, and ranch-style houses, shaded by mature trees with Spanish moss. Street parking is common due to short driveways. Homes range from 700 to 1,500 square feet, typically with at least two bedrooms. The community features several pocket parks, such as Glen Myra Park with its baseball field, playground, and splash pad, and Russell Bill Cook Jr Park, which offers grills, picnic tables, and basketball courts. Henry L. Brown Kooker Park, recently renovated, hosts youth sports programs. EverBank Stadium, located about 3 miles south, is a local highlight for Jacksonville Jaguars fans. Dining options on East 21st Street include Sha-Garee’s and Soul Food Express, with convenience stores like A and E Grocery nearby. Downtown Jacksonville, 4 miles south, provides additional dining and entertainment. The Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway connects the neighborhood to Interstate 95, though it poses challenges for pedestrians and cyclists. Public transportation is available via Jacksonville Transit Authority buses. The University of Florida Health System’s Jacksonville hospital is 3 miles west, and Jacksonville International Airport is 15 miles north. Schools in the area, part of Duval County Public Schools, have mixed ratings, with Jean Ribault High School offering an Aviation Program in partnership with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.