$399,500
1655 CHALLEN Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205, Jacksonville, FL 32205
Avondale Estates
- Price
- $399,500
- Beds / Baths
- 3 / 2
- Living area
- 1,066 sqft
- Year built
- 1956
- Type
- Residential
- Lot
- 0.13 ac
- Garage
- 1
- HOA
- None
- CDD
- No
- Flood zone
- Unknown
- County
- Duval
- Days on market
- 50
- Elementary
- West Riverside
- Middle
- Lake Shore
- High school
- Riverside
$375/sqft asking, vs a $202/sqft median across 899 closed sales in 32205 over the last 12 months — 86% above the area's closed prices. Condition and lot vary; that's what a showing is for.
Welcome to 1655 Challen a charming Avondale-area bungalow with meaningful updates and hard-to-find features. This home has been rewired with a new electrical panel, and all supply lines are CPVC or PEX, offering added peace of mind. The roof was recently replaced in 2022, making this property a standout option for buyers seeking character with important improvements already completed. Unlike many bungalows in the area, this home features two full bathrooms, adding everyday convenience and flexibility. It also includes a garage, a rare find in the Avondale area and a valuable bonus for parking, storage, hobbies, or workshop space. With classic bungalow appeal, key system updates, and sought-after extras, this home is a unique opportunity in one of Jacksonville's most desirable historic neighborhoods.
What to check on this one
- Verify roof replacement documentation from 2022 — get warranty details and installer info.
- Confirm electrical panel upgrade date and get copy of permit/inspection records.
- Obtain plumbing records showing CPVC/PEX installation — verify no polybutylene remains.
- Pull flood zone designation from FEMA map; request elevation certificate if in AE/VE zone.
- Confirm no HOA/CDD fees; verify property taxes and insurance rates reflect age/updates.
- Get 4-point inspection estimate (age + insurance requirement in Florida).
Flagged from the listing itself — not an inspection, and no substitute for one. Bring these to the showing.
What this home really costs per month
Loan $319,600 at 6.75% · 30 yr
Not a loan quote. Rate, insurance, and tax are stated assumptions — a lender and an insurance agent give real numbers. Homestead exemption lowers taxes after you file.
Listing courtesy of CASTLEWISE REALTY GROUP, LLC.. Data via realMLS (Northeast Florida MLS), updated Aug 12, 2026, 12:07 PM.
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