Phoenix
Renovated bungalows illustrate rejuvenation efforts
Bungalows with welcoming porches are prominent here. Many of the homes sold in the past year have been renovated to highlight their historic charm. Revitalization has spurred investor interest. For now, most of the activity is concentrated in Springfield. That means Phoenix’s housing remains attractively priced. “We have worked with a number of investors that have bought distressed properties, renovated them and sold them to owner-occupants,” Cavanagh says. “There’s more flipping than buy-and-holds. We’re seeing a renaissance as homes are being turned over and prices are going up. But it’s still the most affordable real estate in Jacksonville.” Prices range from the low $100,000s to the mid-$200,000s. Phoenix’s median sales price of $110,000 is about 70 percent less than Springfield’s median of $375,000. “It’s an up-and-coming area that is good for first-time homebuyers,” Cavanagh says. Residents enjoy an average of 220 sunny days each year, and winters are mild. Snow is rare. The city recorded measurable snow in early 2025 for the first time in 36 years.Nearby Springfield's Main Street is the new center of Urban Core dining
Residents are just minutes away from Springfield’s Main Street district, which features an array of contemporary restaurants and bars. Crispy’s Springfield Gallery, Fred Cotton’s Landmark BBQ and Uptown Kitchen & Bar are popular destinations. Shantytown Pub is a Main Street staple known for its dive bar setting and live entertainment. The Springfield Superette is among several small grocers in the area, while Publix anchors the Gateway Town Center about 3 miles away.Henry L. Brown Kooker Park is a highlight of the area's many parks
Edwards Park is a walkable community green space with a playground. Nearby Henry L. Brown Kooker Park is a larger recreational area notable for its colorful basketball courts. The park is named after a longtime employee of the Boys and Girls Club of Northeast Florida, which still operates there. “There are a lot of parks in that area,” Cavanagh says. “Jacksonville has a lot of parks, period.” The Historic Springfield Learning Center offers children’s programs and serves as hub to help residents with job skills and financial decisions. Springfield is also home to the ironically named Phoenix Arts & Innovation District, which features an array of colorful murals.Students can attend the county's oldest historically black high school
Long Branch Elementary and Matthew W. Gilbert Middle schools, rated C and C-minus, respectively by Niche, are conveniently located in neighboring communities. William M. Raines High, rated C, is the oldest historically black high school in Duval County. The school offers career and technical education programs in computer science and culinary arts. The district’s Controlled Open Enrollment program allows eligible students to attend schools outside of their geographic zones.Buses provide local travel; interstates converge nearby
Residents can catch the bus along several roads in and around the neighborhood. Springfield’s Main Street provides a direct route to nearby downtown Jacksonville by bus or car. Residents can also take U.S. 1-Alternate, which forms the neighborhood’s east side, across the St. Johns River. Interstates 10 and 95 converge downtown, providing travel throughout the region. Jacksonville International Airport is about 15 miles north via I-95.Despite positive changes in the area, the neighborhood’s crime rate is higher than the national average. Its Cap Index score is 7-out-of-10.
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Matt Pallister
Photography Contributed By
Gian Lorenzo Ferretti
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Wesley Wood
Wesley Wood
COLDWELL BANKER ANABASIS REALTY
(904) 875-2149
15 Total Sales
1 in Phoenix
$93,000 Price
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Pamela Alewine
Pamela Alewine
904 REALTY LLC
(904) 861-6276
23 Total Sales
1 in Phoenix
$58,000 Price
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Pepper Greenwell
Pepper Greenwell
FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC
(352) 661-2179
61 Total Sales
1 in Phoenix
$110,000 Price
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Adrienne Lord
Adrienne Lord
Responds QuicklySTAGED TO SELL REALTY
(904) 569-9611
96 Total Sales
1 in Phoenix
$70,000 Price
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T HETMAN
T HETMAN
Responds QuicklyATLANTIC SHORES REALTY OF JACKSONVILLE LLC
(904) 204-5756
91 Total Sales
1 in Phoenix
$45,000 Price
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Larry Boyles
Larry Boyles
Responds QuicklyFORWARD REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT GROUP LLC
(904) 569-9869
159 Total Sales
1 in Phoenix
$125,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 3rd to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Edwards Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Phoenix | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Phoenix Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Phoenix, Jacksonville sell after 93 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Phoenix, Jacksonville over the last 12 months is $175,000, down 45% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$479,000
Median Sale Price
$175,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$459,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$475,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-45%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$268
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
481
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1923
Months of Supply
5.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,195
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,371
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,302
Median Age
38
Population under 18
29%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$31,328
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,764
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
58.6%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
3.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
% Population in Labor Force
51.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Long Branch/Fairfield
Brightly painted cottages near industrial employers
Brentwood
Suburban neighborhood near downtown Jacksonville
Panama Park
Community and urban activities 15 minutes from downtown
Springfield
This historic community has an artistic spin and popular spots on Main Street
Downtown/Riverfront
Waterfront neighborhood home to the Jacksonville Jaguars Stadium
East Jacksonville
A neighborhood near downtown on the National Register of Historic Places
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