Churchwell
Lofts in Jacksonville, FL

Established downtown Jacksonville loft condo market · Jacksonville · ZIP 32202

A small historic loft condominium in a converted early 1900s dry goods building on East Bay Street in downtown Jacksonville's Northbank, built for buyers who want authentic exposed-brick character within walking distance of the riverfront.

Historic loft condoDowntown Jacksonville, Duval CountyWalk to the riverfront

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

This is a small, individually owned condominium rather than a large complex, so inventory is thin and each unit trades on its own floor, layout, and condition. Verify current availability and pricing with a live MLS search rather than relying on any single listing.

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"Churchwell Lofts is a niche play: an early 1900s dry goods building converted into loft-style condos about two blocks from the St. Johns River in downtown Jacksonville's Northbank. With roughly two dozen units total, this is one of the smaller condo buildings downtown, which means thin resale inventory and real unit-to-unit variation in layout and natural light. The location thesis rides on downtown Jacksonville's ongoing riverfront and entertainment-district reinvestment; the building's age means condo association reserves, and any deferred maintenance on a century-old structure, deserve real scrutiny before you buy."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Churchwell Lofts occupies a converted early 1900s dry goods building at 301 East Bay Street in downtown Jacksonville's Northbank, in Duval County. The building keeps its historic character, including exposed brick walls and wood ceiling beams, reworked into loft-style residential units across roughly five stories.

Because this is a small, individually owned condominium rather than a large complex, the resale market here is thin. Units are close in overall size, generally in the range of roughly 995 to 1,200 square feet, but each trades on its own floor, natural light, layout, and condition, so buyers should expect to compare specific units rather than a single headline price.

The bigger picture is downtown Jacksonville's Northbank riverfront district, which sits about two blocks away and has been the focus of ongoing public and private investment, including the redeveloped Riverfront Plaza on the former Jacksonville Landing site and other Downtown Investment Authority projects nearby. That reinvestment supports the urban-living thesis, though buyers in a century-old building should weigh the condo association's reserve funding and maintenance history alongside the location.

Quick Match

Who Downtown Jax is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want authentic historic loft character, exposed brick and wood beams, in a small boutique building
Buyers who want to walk to downtown Jacksonville's riverfront, entertainment district, and urban core
Buyers comfortable with lock-and-leave condo living in a century-old building

Probably not for

Buyers who need a large pool of comparable listings for easy price discovery, since this is a very small building
Buyers who want a large-scale amenity package such as a pool, fitness center, or concierge found in bigger downtown high-rises
Buyers unwilling to review a historic building's condo association reserves and maintenance history closely

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How Downtown Jax is performing right now

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Live market metrics for Churchwell Lofts update as realMLS listings and sales post. Figures shown reflect current recorded activity; confirm specifics by address.

Live from realMLS, as of July 10, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Downtown Jax listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

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Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Home Street Lofts or Jacksonville. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Churchwell Lofts buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Downtown Jax on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from realMLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

Drive times from Downtown Jax. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

Downtown Jacksonville riverfront (Riverfront Plaza)Walkable · about 2 blocks

Downtown entertainment districtWalkable · approximate

Southbank Riverwalk5 to 10 min · approximate, across the St. Johns River

San Marco10 min · approximate

Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)25 to 30 min · approximate

Jacksonville beaches30 to 35 min · approximate

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

Downtown Jax (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Duval County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Confirm current ratings before relying on them
Private and parochial options nearby

Downtown Jax is served by Duval County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

High

Andrew Jackson High School (Duval County Public Schools); verify by address

Middle

Northwestern Middle School or your address-zoned middle school (verify by address)

Elementary

Long Branch Elementary School or your address-zoned elementary school (verify by address)

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Downtown Jax address.

The takeaway

The story here is downtown Jacksonville's ongoing riverfront reinvestment. The city and private developers have been putting real money into the Northbank riverfront and entertainment district around East Bay Street, which is the immediate backdrop for this building.

The Strategy

The Downtown Jax buying strategy.

If we were buying in Downtown Jax, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Ask the condo association for its most recent reserve study, milestone structural inspection status, and any planned special assessment before you make an offer on a century-old building.

Get a bindable homeowners or condo-unit insurance quote for the specific unit, since older downtown buildings can carry real insurance cost.

Confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for the address with Duval County Public Schools, since downtown attendance zones can differ block to block.

Compare the specific unit's floor, natural light, and layout against other units in the building and against other downtown lofts before you commit.

Verify the current condo fee amount, what it covers, and the parking arrangement, since off-site parking is common for buildings of this age downtown.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A higher-floor unit with good natural light and confirmed sound condo reserves.

Biggest Risk

Deferred maintenance or an underfunded reserve on a century-old structure.

Best Lot

Not applicable; this is a condo, so prioritize floor, exposure, and unit condition instead of a lot.

Smart Timing

Inventory-driven. With only about two dozen units in the building, watch for a listing that fits rather than waiting for a market cycle.

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

The Homes

Type

Historic loft condominium (converted early 1900s dry goods building)

Size range

Roughly 995 to 1,200 sq ft (verify by unit)

Layouts

Studio to two-bedroom loft layouts (verify by unit)

Character

Exposed brick walls and wood ceiling beams

Costs & Fees

Condo fee

Applies (amount not published; confirm with the association or listing agent)

CDD

None identified; confirm on the parcel tax record

Property use

Primary residence, second home, or investment (confirm rental rules with the association)

Amenities

Marketed

Historic architectural character; parking generally off-site or nearby

Status

Small boutique building; no large-scale resort-style amenity package identified

Location

Area

Downtown Jacksonville, Northbank, Duval County

St. Johns River

About two blocks away

Downtown core

Walkable to Jacksonville's urban core and entertainment district

Downtown Jax Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Downtown Jax.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in Downtown Jax today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry

At the entry tier you are generally looking at smaller studio or compact one-layout units, often on lower floors or with more interior exposure. This is where the most accessible pricing in the building tends to sit.

Lowest entry

The Core

In the core of the market you find the typical one-bedroom loft layout with a balance of exposed brick character and usable square footage. This is where most units in the building trade.

Most inventory

The Top

At the top are the largest layouts, including any two-bedroom units, with the best floor position and natural light. Verify the exact layout and square footage against the current listing before you rely on it.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Entry

The Core

In the core of the market you find the typical one-bedroom loft layout with a balance of exposed brick character and usable square footage. This is where most units in the building trade.

The Top

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Downtown Jax, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Better lots and views resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Downtown Jax is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Downtown Jax holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Historic characterExposed brick and wood beams

Building age or reserve riskVerify reserves and inspections

Unit-to-unit conditionVaries by floor and owner

Resale inventory depthVery few units trade at once

Location walkabilityAbout two blocks to the riverfront

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Downtown Jax

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Underbudgeting the carrying costs
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The value here is not scale, it is character: genuine early 1900s brick and beam charm about two blocks from the river.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

6.0C+ · Buy Score

Resale Strength5.5/10

Renovation Risk5.0/10

Location Efficiency8.0/10

Long-Term Defensibility5.8/10

Carrying Cost Advantage5.5/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Downtown Jax is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live realMLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No automated estimate, no guesswork.

Live realMLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from realMLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

This is a condo, so there is no private lot; floor, exposure, and layout are the differentiators.
Higher floors and units with more genuine exposed-brick character tend to carry the most appeal.
Verify the specific unit's floor plan and square footage before you rely on any listing summary.
Ask which units back to shared walls, stairwells, or mechanical areas that can affect noise and light.
Parking arrangement varies; confirm it directly for the specific unit.

Because Churchwell Lofts is a small historic condominium rather than a lot-based community, the durable differentiator between units is not land but position within the building: floor, natural light, exposure, and how much of the original exposed brick and wood beam character carries through. Interior units near stairwells or shared mechanical spaces can lag on resale, while higher floors with genuine loft character and better light tend to hold appeal. Confirm the specific unit's layout, condition, and parking arrangement rather than assuming from the building's overall description.

The 15-Second Verdict

Downtown Jax in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want authentic historic loft character in a walkable downtown Jacksonville location.

Biggest advantageGenuine early 1900s architectural character, exposed brick and wood beams, about two blocks from the riverfront.

Biggest riskThin resale inventory and real reserve or maintenance scrutiny needed on a century-old structure.

Sweet spotA higher-floor unit with strong natural light and confirmed sound condo reserves.

Avoid ifYou need a large amenity package, dedicated parking, or a deep pool of direct comparables.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

Condo fee applies; get the current amount and what it covers in writing.
Ask for the reserve study and milestone inspection status given the building's age.
No large-scale amenity package identified; this is a small boutique building.
Parking is generally off-site or nearby; confirm the specific arrangement.
Budget for downtown condo insurance as a real cost; get a bindable quote.

Churchwell Lofts is a condominium, so a monthly condo association fee applies and funds building upkeep on a century-old structure. A current fee amount is not published here; confirm the exact figure, what it covers, and the reserve funding with the association or listing agent before you buy.

Confirm in writing, but condo fees in a building like this typically fund building insurance, common-area and exterior maintenance, and reserves for a structure of this age. There is no verified large-scale amenity package such as a pool, fitness center, or concierge here.

There is no golf course or private club associated with this building.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Downtown Jax buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxDuval County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Downtown Jax.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in Downtown Jax

Thinking of selling a Churchwell Lofts unit?

Selling in a small historic condo building takes real local knowledge, not an automated estimate. We will show you the honest math against the handful of comparable downtown lofts that actually compete with your unit.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across the Jacksonville metro for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus the Jacksonville metro average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Downtown Jax, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Home Street Lofts, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

What is your Downtown Jax home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Downtown Jax matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

See homes for sale in Churchwell Lofts on the map →

Real comps, not an automated estimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Churchwell Lofts year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Duval County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,795/mo

Duval County typical true cost to own

$110/mo

Duval County typical home insurance

Check CDD

Confirm before you offer

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Duval County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Live market metrics for Churchwell Lofts are being compiled from realMLS activity and will appear here as listings and sales post. For current county-level figures, see the market data links below.

Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Recent Developments in Churchwell Lofts

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Churchwell Lofts, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.

July 2026
Development
JWB secures funding for 108 affordable housing units in Jacksonville
Jacksonville Today reported that JWB Real Estate Capital secured about $28.59 million in gap funding for 108 income-restricted units across three Westside sites on Tracy, Justina and Ricker roads. Plans include 38 townhome-style units and two sets of 35 efficiency units, priced at or below 60% of area median income for 50 years. Groundbreaking is expected by September 2026 with completion in 2027.
What it may mean for the marketAdds new income-restricted rental and townhome housing supply on the Westside, increasing the stock of long-term affordable units and drawing public and tax-credit investment into three infill sites. The site is about 3 miles southwest of Churchwell Lofts.
Source: Jacksonville Today
July 2026
Development
Culinary Institute of America selects Jacksonville for Southeast campus
News4Jax reported that the Culinary Institute of America chose downtown Jacksonville for its Southeast hub, to be located at 330 E. Bay Street on the Northbank riverfront. The campus would anchor a $160.5 million hotel and convention center development. The city previously approved up to $35 million in incentives, and the Downtown Investment Authority is finalizing agreements on design and property details.
What it may mean for the marketAnchors a major downtown riverfront redevelopment that pairs an educational campus with hotel and convention space, adding institutional and commercial investment to the urban core alongside Riverfront Plaza and Pearl Square. The project is about 5 miles northeast of Churchwell Lofts, elsewhere in Duval County.
Source: News4Jax
June 2026
Development
Hillwood contracts with the City of Jacksonville for 192 acres at AllianceFlorida at Cecil Commerce Center
Master developer Hillwood contracted with the City of Jacksonville for 192 acres at AllianceFlorida at Cecil Commerce Center on Jacksonville's Westside, continuing the buildout of the former Naval Air Station Cecil Field into an industrial and logistics park.
What it may mean for the marketContinued absorption of large industrial parcels at Cecil signals sustained employment growth on the Westside, which can support housing demand across nearby communities. The site is about 10 miles west of Churchwell Lofts.
Source: Jax Daily Record
June 2026
Infrastructure
First Coast Expressway advances as an economic-development corridor across Clay and St. Johns
The First Coast Expressway (State Road 23), a tolled beltway looping around the west and south of the Jacksonville metro, continued to open land for development along its corridor, with the final St. Johns County phase from Interstate 95 to east of County Road 2209 in progress. FDOT held a St. Johns County open house on the final phase in January 2026.
What it may mean for the marketNew limited-access highway capacity shortens commutes and opens adjacent land, changes that have historically shaped where new communities and demand concentrate. The site is about 16 miles south of Churchwell Lofts.
Source: Jax Daily Record
April 2026
Development
Southeast Toyota opens $170M vehicle-processing facility at JAXPORT's Blount Island, adding 400-plus jobs
Southeast Toyota Distributors dedicated a new vehicle processing facility at JAXPORT's Blount Island Marine Terminal in April 2026. The company put the investment at $170 million and said the facility created more than 400 full-time jobs, most of them hired locally.
What it may mean for the marketA large new employment center on Blount Island adds sustained local job demand, a factor that has historically supported nearby housing absorption. The project is about 14 miles northeast of Churchwell Lofts, elsewhere in Duval County.
Source: JAXPORT
April 2026
Development
Hillwood seeks to mass-grade an AllianceFlorida site for a possible 1 million-square-foot building
Hillwood asked to mass grade a site at AllianceFlorida at Cecil Commerce Center to prepare for a possible 1 million-square-foot building, a step that typically precedes a large industrial or distribution user committing to the Westside park.
What it may mean for the marketA build-ready million-square-foot pad points to a potential large employer on the Westside, the kind of jobs anchor that can lift demand for nearby housing. The site is about 10 miles west of Churchwell Lofts.
Source: Jax Daily Record

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Churchwell Lofts a historic building?

Yes. It is a converted early 1900s dry goods building at 301 East Bay Street in downtown Jacksonville's Northbank, reworked into loft-style condominium units with exposed brick and wood beam details.

Is Churchwell Lofts a condo or an apartment building?

It is a condominium, with individually owned units. Some owners may lease their units, which is why the building also appears in rental listings, but ownership is by individual unit through a condo association.

How many units are in the building?

Reported at roughly two dozen units across about five stories. Confirm the exact unit count and building details with the condo association or a current listing.

How big are the units?

Reported unit sizes generally run roughly 995 to 1,200 square feet, spanning studio to two-bedroom loft layouts. Verify the exact square footage and layout for a specific unit before you rely on it.

Is there an HOA or condo fee, and how much is it?

Yes, there is a monthly condo association fee, which is standard for a condominium. A current fee amount is not published here; confirm the exact figure and what it covers with the association or listing agent.

Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?

No Community Development District was identified for this building, but CDD status is best confirmed on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser before you rely on it.

What amenities does the building have?

No large-scale resort-style amenity package, such as a pool, fitness center, or concierge, was identified. The building's draw is its historic architectural character and downtown location; parking is generally off-site or nearby.

Is Churchwell Lofts gated or age-restricted?

There is no verified information that the building is gated, and it is not marketed as age-restricted or 55 plus. Confirm access details with the condo association.

What schools serve this address?

It is in Duval County Public Schools. The zoned elementary, middle, and high schools should be verified by the specific address, since downtown attendance zones can differ block to block.

How walkable is the location?

The building is about two blocks from the St. Johns River and downtown Jacksonville's riverfront and entertainment district, and it is generally considered walkable to the urban core. Confirm your specific daily walking routes and needs.

Is parking included?

Parking is generally reported as off-site or nearby rather than on a dedicated on-site lot. Confirm the exact parking arrangement for a specific unit before you buy.

What is the biggest risk of buying here?

Building age. Confirm the condo association's reserve study, milestone inspection status, and any planned special assessment before you commit, since maintenance costs on a century-old structure can be significant.

How should I choose a unit?

Floor, natural light, exposure, and how much original exposed brick and wood beam character carries through are the lasting differentiators in a building like this. Compare specific units rather than relying on a single listing.

Should I get my own agent for a condo purchase here?

Yes. Your own agent reviews the condo association documents, reserve study, and price against comparable downtown lofts, and represents your interests rather than the seller's.

How current is the data on this page?

This page currently carries no live sales data for Churchwell Lofts specifically. Always confirm current listings, pricing, and availability with a live realMLS search before you make an offer.

Who is the best real estate agent for Churchwell Lofts?

The best agent for Churchwell Lofts is one who actively works Jacksonville and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Churchwell Lofts.

How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Churchwell Lofts?

Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Churchwell Lofts and the wider Jacksonville area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Churchwell Lofts?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Churchwell Lofts purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Downtown Jax?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

You want authentic historic loft character in a small boutique downtown building.Excellent fit

You want to walk to downtown Jacksonville's riverfront and entertainment district.Excellent fit

You are comfortable with condo living and reviewing an older building's reserves and maintenance history.Excellent fit

You value a lock-and-leave lifestyle over a private yard.Excellent fit

You need a large pool of comparable listings for easy price discovery.Probably not

You want a big amenity package such as a pool, fitness center, or concierge.Probably not

You need dedicated on-site parking rather than an off-site arrangement.Probably not

You are not comfortable evaluating a century-old building's condo reserves and structural history.Probably not

Get the inside read on Downtown Jax

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your Downtown Jax home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

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A Momentum Realty Downtown Jax specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

Median sale price in Churchwell Lofts, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.

Photography on this page is sourced from active and recently sold MLS listings in this community and remains the property of the listing brokerage and/or photographer. Source: Data provided by realMLS.

Thinking of selling in Churchwell Lofts? See the Duval County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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The 60-Second Overview

Who Downtown Jax is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Downtown Jax is performing right now

Downtown Jax on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Andrew Jackson High School (Duval County Public Schools); verify by address

Northwestern Middle School or your address-zoned middle school (verify by address)

Long Branch Elementary School or your address-zoned elementary school (verify by address)

The Downtown Jax buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

The Homes

Costs & Fees

Amenities

Location

What your money buys in Downtown Jax.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Downtown Jax holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Downtown Jax

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Downtown Jax is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Downtown Jax in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Downtown Jax buy.

Thinking of selling a Churchwell Lofts unit?

In Downtown Jax, condition and view decide your number

What is your Downtown Jax home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Recent Developments in Churchwell Lofts

JWB secures funding for 108 affordable housing units in Jacksonville

Culinary Institute of America selects Jacksonville for Southeast campus

Hillwood contracts with the City of Jacksonville for 192 acres at AllianceFlorida at Cecil Commerce Center

First Coast Expressway advances as an economic-development corridor across Clay and St. Johns

Southeast Toyota opens $170M vehicle-processing facility at JAXPORT's Blount Island, adding 400-plus jobs

Hillwood seeks to mass-grade an AllianceFlorida site for a possible 1 million-square-foot building

Frequently Asked Questions

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