Jacksonville is one of the most historic cities here in the Sunshine State. As an important hub going all the way back to 1822, it was a huge part of Florida becoming the premier destination it is today. Our real estate agents want to help you see everything Jacksonville has to offer with some of the top home tours and historic walks in town. 

Let's drop by some of the sights you shouldn't miss out on here in Jacksonville:

• William J. Kelly Residence – 1521 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  William J. Kelly Residence is an anchor property that represents the historic "Row" of Riverside Avenue, once a home to many opulent mansions. More than 50 such buildings stood in the area's heyday. The Kelly Residence, now one of two remaining examples, is known for its beautiful veranda.
  
  
• Copeland House – 1630 Copeland Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  Copeland House is an example of the Colonial Revival style that captured the imagination of Jacksonville's most wealthy residents around the turn of the century. Massive white columns were a prominent aspect of this style, which was used on banks, churches, and government buildings. Copeland House is built on an elevated lot.
  
  
• Leon Cheek Residence – 2263 River Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  Leon Cheek Residence was built by the founder of Cheek-Neal Coffee Company, which later became nationally known as the Maxwell House brand. This house stands out among Jacksonville properties as the top example of Jacobethan Revival, combining many stylistic touches that are only found within that style.
  
  
• Lucius T. Smith Residence – 2821 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  Lucius T. Smith Residence sprawls luxuriously across its large corner lot, adding to the ambiance of its Prairie style. Built for natural cooling and ventilation across all seasons, its different elements create an airy feeling. Overhanging canopies, eaves, and large windows are among the iconic items at the Smith Residence.
  
  
• Helen Parrott Residence – 3116 St. John's Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  Helen Parrott Residence is considered one of the finest Mediterranean Revival mansions not only here in Jacksonville, but throughout Florida. Famed architect Marion Sims Wyeth was the original designer. Thanks in part to the beauty of Parrott Residence, his works spread widely in Jacksonville and Palm Beach.
  
  
• The Marble House – 1704 Avondale Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  The Marble House is a unique take on the Mediterranean Revival style that is set apart from the crowd due to the extensive use of marble in the exterior veneer. The marble was quarried in Georgia, giving it even more of the regional flair. Completed in 1928, it cost $70,000 at the time – about $1.3 million in today's dollars.
  
  
• Max Knauer Residence – 3404 St. John's Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204
  Max Knauer Residence is a unique find even here in a city full of them. It was especially inspired by the palaces of Venice, Italy, which architect Jefferson Powell had seen during a European tour shortly before he began work on the project. The mission tile roof is perhaps the most obvious nod to the Italian style.

After learning about Jacksonville's history, are you reading to learn more about its present?

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