Riverside Terrace
Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL
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As of October 2026, Riverside Terrace in Jacksonville, FL has 1 home for sale. As of October 2026, the MLS records 16 closed sales in Riverside Terrace in Jacksonville, FL since 2015, the most recent in June 2024. Across Jacksonville as a whole, 7,643 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $315,000, 43 median days on market, with 4,168 homes for sale today. At that median and Duval County's FY2025-26 rate of 17.86 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,630 ($4,890 with the full homestead exemption).
Part of the Riverside master-planned community in Jacksonville, FL — see all Riverside homes for sale (60 listings across 14 villages and sections in the MLS).
Riverside Terrace is an older, small-footprint pocket of Jacksonville — a median build year of 1946 and a median of roughly 1,432 square feet tell you most of what drives price here. This is a condition-and-character market, not a square-footage market. With homes spanning 1905 to 2020, two houses on the same block can trade far apart depending on renovation status, systems, and original detail, so the single median price masks a wide spread.
About 68% of homes here are homesteaded, which points to owner occupants who tend to hold rather than flip. That usually means steadier inventory and less speculative churn. For a buyer, expect to underwrite each property on its own merits — age, updates, and structural condition matter more than any neighborhood average. For a seller, the premium goes to homes where the work is already done and documented.
Figures in this note are as of July 12, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
The 60-Second Overview
With 107 homes and a build range stretching more than a century, Riverside Terrace rewards buyers who read individual properties closely rather than trusting a blended average. The compact median footprint means space is at a premium, and price tracks condition more than size.
realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 7 homes in Riverside Terrace that have changed hands since 2018, built between 1909 and 1947 (median 1947), with a median living area of about 1,550 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 86% are single-family homes. Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida) closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
County records show 3 qualified sales in Riverside Terrace across 2024–2025 (2 in 2024, 1 in 2025), median $320,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
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.
Who Riverside Terrace is best for.
Best for
- Buyers who value historic character and a compact footprint over maximum square footage
- Buyers with a renovation budget and patience to underwrite an older home's systems
- Long-term owners looking for a stable, mostly homesteaded pocket rather than a quick flip
Probably not for
- Buyers who need turnkey new construction with modern layouts and minimal maintenance
- Buyers prioritizing large square footage above all else
- Buyers who want to skip detailed inspections and condition-based pricing
The market around Riverside Terrace
Riverside Terrace is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32205, 223 homes are on the market and 19% are under contract — a steady corner of Jacksonville.
Across Duval County, 4,384 homes are active and 1,562 pending (26% under contract).
In ZIP 32205 (Jacksonville), 429 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $272K ($216/sq ft), up 2.1% year over year, with a median 47 days on market. Right now 76 active and 26 pending listings put supply at about 5.4 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32205 housing market and the Duval County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Riverside Terrace specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Homes For Sale Right Now in Riverside Terrace
Live MLS inventory for Riverside Terrace. 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 Terrace listings as of 2026-10-20, priced high to low. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Tap any home to ask about it.
Schools
- Duval County Public Schools
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- Magnet and choice options may be available
- West Riverside · Elementary
- Riverside · High
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Riverside Terrace listings and can change; always confirm with Duval County Public Schools for a specific address.
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The Riverside Terrace buying strategy.
If we were buying in Riverside Terrace today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
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.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
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 Terrace.
An older housing stock with a wide condition curve
The defining fact here is age. A median year built of 1946 means a large share of this stock predates modern electrical, plumbing, and framing standards. That is not a strike against the community — older homes here carry detail and scale that new construction rarely matches — but it does mean inspections, insurance, and renovation budgets deserve real scrutiny before you commit.
The 1905-to-2020 build range signals scattered infill and rebuilds among the historic homes, so you will find genuine variety within a small area. The median footprint of about 1,432 square feet keeps most homes modest in size, which favors buyers who prize location and character over sheer volume.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Riverside Terrace. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a market this age-driven, the deal lives in the details — the sewer line, the roof, the panel, the foundation. We walk these homes with a critical eye, help you separate cosmetic updates from structural ones, and price accordingly. That candor protects buyers from overpaying for a fresh coat of paint and helps sellers prove the value of work that is genuinely done.
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- 1164 Day Avenue · $389,900 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Sep 1, 2026 · listed by Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty
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- Day Avenue (3 homes on record)
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Recent Developments in Riverside Terrace
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Riverside Terrace, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- October 2026Retail & Dining
Council committee defers vote on incentives for Downtown Publix at 119 W. Beaver St.
The Finance Committee deferred a $49.65 million incentive package for Gateway Jax's $140.15 million high-rise anchored by a Publix at 119 W. Beaver St. The tower is planned with 259 apartments and about 400 parking spaces. The committee is scheduled to revisit the bill Nov. 4, the day after the Amendment 3 vote.
What it may mean for the marketThe timing of the first full-size grocery store in the Downtown core depends on the incentive vote, affecting nearby retail access. The site is about 1 mile northeast of Riverside Terrace.
Source: Jacksonville Today - September 2026Infrastructure
JEA advances about $690 million in infrastructure projects including Fulton Cut transmission line raise near JAXPORT
JEA is moving forward with three water reclamation projects (Blacks Ford in northwest St. Johns County, over $220 million; near Jacksonville International Airport, about $193 million; East Arlington, just under $165 million) and the $117 million Fulton Cut transmission line clearance over the St. Johns River near Blount Island. Fulton Cut, shared with JAXPORT and the city, is expected to finish in summer 2027 and all four projects by 2030.
What it may mean for the marketRaised power lines support larger ship access to port terminals, and new reclamation capacity supports growth in surrounding areas. The site is about 11 miles northeast of Riverside Terrace.
Source: News4JAX - September 2026Development
Gateway Jax seeks more than $70 million in city incentives for Riverfront Plaza tower and Hotel Merrydelle
Gateway Jax is requesting about $55.4 million in incentives for a 17-story, roughly $271.5 million Riverfront Plaza tower with 130 to 170 hotel rooms and 50 to 150 residences on Independent Drive. It also seeks a $15 million loan for the nearly $50 million renovation of the former Ambassador Hotel at 420 Julia Street. The Downtown Investment Authority board votes Sept. 16 and City Council has the final say.
What it may mean for the marketIf approved, the projects would add hotel rooms, residences and restaurants along the Downtown riverfront. The site is about 2 miles northeast of Riverside Terrace.
Source: Jacksonville Today - September 2026Development
Downtown review board approves concept for first new University of Florida graduate campus building in LaVilla
The Downtown Development Review Board voted 7-0 on Sept. 10 for a six to eight story, roughly 185,000 square foot academic building on a 2.34-acre site bounded by West Bay, Forsyth and North Lee streets. It is the first new building in a multiphase UF graduate and semiconductor institute campus estimated at $345 million. UF hopes to break ground in December, pending final design review and permitting.
What it may mean for the marketA large graduate campus adds education and technology jobs and daytime foot traffic to the western Downtown core. The site is less than a mile northeast of Riverside Terrace.
Source: Jacksonville Today - July 2026Development
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 site is about 2 miles east of Riverside Terrace.
Source: News4Jax - February 2026Infrastructure
JAXPORT details $250M Blount Island modernization and record cargo in 2026 State of the Ports
At its February 2026 State of the Ports address, JAXPORT outlined a $250 million modernization of Blount Island's container and vehicle-handling capabilities and reported record fiscal-2025 cargo volumes. The port also said an air-draft expansion to accommodate larger ships is on track to finish by the end of 2026.
What it may mean for the marketContinued heavy investment in the Blount Island port complex anchors long-term industrial employment on the northeast side, a structural demand driver for the surrounding area. The site is about 11 miles northeast of Riverside Terrace.
Source: News4Jax
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.
19% of homes for sale in ZIP 32205 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 (2026-10-20).
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | realMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 20, 2026) |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32205)) |
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-10-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2015 (16 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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