Riverside in Jacksonville

Riverside
Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

All 3,920 homes for sale in Jacksonville, FL · median $299,250 · 142 homes for sale in 32205 · Duval County homes for sale

Community in Jacksonville · Duval County · ZIP 32205
658 homesBuilt 1906–2024
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Built fromLive realMLS data22 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, the MLS records 40 closed sales in Riverside Addition in Jacksonville, FL since 2004, the most recent in June 2025. Recorded prices since 2024 ran from $216,000 to $775,000 (median $319,900), on homes of 840 to 3,186 sq ft. Across Jacksonville as a whole, 8,868 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $311,990, 44 median days on market, with 2,399 homes for sale today. At that median and Duval County's FY2025-26 rate of 17.86 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,720 ($4,980 with the full homestead exemption).

Part of the Riverside master-planned community in Jacksonville, FL — see all Riverside homes for sale (55 listings across 14 villages and sections in the MLS).

Part of Riverside, Jacksonville, FL — see all Riverside homes for sale (46 listings across 3 sections in the MLS).

Live · Riverside Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
100%
Under contract
Duval: 30% (1,695 of 5,600)
0 · 1
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
51%
Owner-occupied · Riverside
335 of 658 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
49%
Non-owner-occupied · Riverside
incl. 18% trust or LLC-held · 7% out-of-state
658
Homes in the community
658 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 22 years of records
56
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $280K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 1906
Community established
homes built 1906-2024, median 1939 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Riverside Addition is an old-stock neighborhood — the housing traces back to 1902, with the median home built in 1939 and a median footprint around 1,411 square feet. In a market like this, price is driven less by a formula and more by condition and originality. A carefully restored bungalow and a deferred-maintenance fixer can sit on the same block and trade at very different numbers, which is why we lead with the single median figure and describe the rest qualitatively rather than pretending a tidy price band exists.

With roughly 2,299 homes and new construction as recent as 2024 mixed into the fabric, there is genuine variety in what comes to market. The owner-occupancy signal is split almost down the middle — a homestead share just under half — so a buyer should expect a real mix of long-held owner properties and investment-held stock. Read every listing on its own condition, systems, and updates; averages will mislead you here.

The 60-Second Overview

Riverside Addition is a historic Jacksonville neighborhood where the housing stock spans more than a century, and value hinges on how much of that history has been maintained or updated in each individual home.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers drawn to historic homes who can budget for renovation or maintenance on top of purchase
  • Buyers comfortable with a compact footprint who prioritize location and character over square footage
  • Investors who can price condition accurately in a market with a roughly even owner-occupied split

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need a large, uniform, new-construction floor plan
  • Buyers wanting a turnkey home with no tolerance for older systems or deferred maintenance
  • Buyers who want a predictable, narrow price band rather than a condition-driven spread

The market around Riverside

Riverside is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32205, 189 homes are on the market and 25% are under contract — a steady corner of Jacksonville.

Across Duval County, 3,905 homes are active and 1,695 pending (30% under contract).

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Riverside specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in Riverside Addition, Jacksonville

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
15.38%
2 of 13 listings · short sale 2
Distress share trend — 15.38% now (2026-09-04 → 2026-09-16)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Riverside

Live MLS inventory for Riverside. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Riverside listings as of 2026-09-16, priced high to low. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Tap any home to ask about it.

If we were buying in Riverside today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Riverside.

Best Buy
Buyers who want historic character and are prepared to underwrite condition home by home.
Biggest Risk
Pre-war stock means older systems and condition-driven surprises without a thorough inspection.
Sweet Spot
An updated 1,400-ish-square-foot home that has kept its character while modernizing the essentials.
Avoid If
You need move-in-ready uniformity or a large modern floor plan.

An old-stock neighborhood, priced by condition

The defining fact of Riverside Addition is age. A median build year of 1939, and homes reaching back to 1902, means original detail, older systems, and the trade-offs that come with pre-war construction. Some homes have been thoughtfully renovated; others are closer to their original state. That spread is the story, and it is why a single median price tells you far more about the middle of the range than about any specific house.

The typical home is compact by modern standards, near 1,411 square feet, which suits buyers who value character and layout over raw size. Newer builds do appear in the mix, extending as recently as 2024, so a buyer wanting a lower-maintenance property has options here too — they are simply the exception rather than the rule. Inspections, roof and system age, and prior permit history matter more here than in a subdivision of uniform vintage.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Riverside. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

A neighborhood this old and this varied rewards local underwriting. We read each home on its condition, its updates, and its systems rather than leaning on the median — because in Riverside Addition the median is a starting point, not an answer. Whether you are buying a fixer or selling a restored home, we price and position on the specifics that actually move a deal in a mixed-vintage market.

Riverside in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want historic character and are prepared to underwrite condition home by home.
Biggest advantageReal variety in vintage, size, and update level across roughly 2,299 homes.
Biggest riskPre-war stock means older systems and condition-driven surprises without a thorough inspection.
Sweet spotAn updated 1,400-ish-square-foot home that has kept its character while modernizing the essentials.
Avoid ifYou need move-in-ready uniformity or a large modern floor plan.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Riverside sales matched to your home.

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Real comps, not an automated estimate.
How much local inventory is already under contract

20% of homes for sale in ZIP 32204 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-09-17).

Riverside Addition Market Scorecard

Thin data

Riverside Addition is currently a thin data market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

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Days on mkt
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Typical home value in the 32204 ZIP is $321,217, about 18.2% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Riverside?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 658 homes in Riverside (public records).
What share of Riverside is owner-occupied?
51% of Riverside parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Riverside built?
Homes in Riverside were built between 1906 and 2024, with a median year built of 1939.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Riverside?
The best agent for Riverside is one who actively works Jacksonville and knows the community's pricing, fees, 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 Riverside.
How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Riverside?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Riverside and the wider Jacksonville area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Riverside?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Riverside purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers drawn to historic homes who can budget for renovation or maintenance on top of purchaseExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable with a compact footprint who prioritize location and character over square footageExcellent fit
Investors who can price condition accurately in a market with a roughly even owner-occupied splitExcellent fit
Buyers who need a large, uniform, new-construction floor planProbably not
Buyers wanting a turnkey home with no tolerance for older systems or deferred maintenanceProbably not
Buyers who want a predictable, narrow price band rather than a condition-driven spreadProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsrealMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 16, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 32204/32205))
Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-09-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2004 (40 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of realMLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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