Historic Avondale Estate | Luxury Lease Opportunity
$5,500 per Month
Experience one of Historic Avondale's most distinguished residences, thoughtfully restored by The Tides Group, whose preservation work earned the Riverside Avondale Preservation (RAP) 2025 Preservation of the Year Award for another historic restoration in the neighborhood. 2979 Saint Johns Avenue was also nominated for RAP's 2025 Preservation of the Year Award, reflecting the exceptional quality of its restoration.
Encompassing 4,964 square feet, this remarkable home offers five spacious bedrooms, three and one-half bathrooms, soaring ceilings, beautifully restored hardwood floors, multiple formal and informal living spaces, a gas fireplace, and a light-filled Florida room showcasing original mosaic tile flooring. The elegant kitchen features timeless black-and-white Italian marble floors and a separate scullery, offering additional preparation space and storage.
Additional features include two laundry areas, a spacious basement for storage, covered parking, additional off-street parking, a fully fenced yard, a private brick patio ideal for relaxing or entertaining, and a second-floor side deck that provides a peaceful place to enjoy the outdoors.
Located just one block from the St. Johns River and within walking distance of the Shoppes of Avondale, neighborhood parks, acclaimed restaurants, cafes, and boutique shopping, this home offers one of Jacksonville's premier walkable historic lifestyles.
This is a rare opportunity to lease a meticulously restored historic residence that seamlessly combines timeless architecture with modern conveniences in one of Jacksonville's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Lease Rate: $5,500 per month
Qualified applicants only. Income, credit, rental history, and background screening required. Pets may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Private showings are available by appointment only through The Tides Group.
ASK ABOUT OUR RENT TO OWN OPPORTUNITY!
Tenant pays for electric, gas and household water.
Owner pays for irrigation water and lawn maintenance.
House for rent
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2979 Saint Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32205
5beds
4,964sqft
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Single family residence
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Garage parking
Central
What's special
Fully fenced yardGas fireplaceFive spacious bedroomsThree and one-half bathroomsAdditional off-street parkingCovered parkingElegant kitchen
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has basement: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,964 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 0779910000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Parking
Location
- Region: Jacksonville
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 8/9/2026 | Price change | $5,500-3.5%$1/sqft |
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| 8/3/2026 | Price change | $5,700-1.7%$1/sqft |
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| 7/26/2026 | Price change | $5,800-1.7%$1/sqft |
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| 7/22/2026 | Price change | $5,900-1.7%$1/sqft |
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| 7/18/2026 | Listed for rent | $6,000-3.2%$1/sqft |
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| 7/2/2026 | Listing removed | $1,550,000$312/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Price change | $1,550,000-1.6%$312/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $1,575,000-0.9%$317/sqft |
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| 4/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,590,000+165%$320/sqft |
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| 3/31/2026 | Listing removed | $6,200$1/sqft |
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| 3/18/2026 | Listed for rent | $6,200-3.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/16/2026 | Listing removed | $6,400$1/sqft |
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| 3/6/2026 | Price change | $6,400-1.5%$1/sqft |
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| 2/23/2026 | Price change | $6,500-7.1%$1/sqft |
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| 1/10/2026 | Price change | $7,000-6.7%$1/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $7,500$2/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Listing removed | $7,500$2/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Price change | $7,500-6.3%$2/sqft |
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| 10/25/2025 | Listed for rent | $8,000$2/sqft |
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| 11/1/2024 | Sold | $600,000-31.4%$121/sqft |
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| 10/25/2024 | Pending sale | $875,000$176/sqft |
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| 8/9/2024 | Price change | $875,000-5.4%$176/sqft |
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| 5/20/2024 | Price change | $925,000-2.6%$186/sqft |
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| 5/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $950,000+75.9%$191/sqft |
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| 7/25/2005 | Sold | $540,000$109/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Riverside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10West Riverside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Lake Shore Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 3/10Robert E. Lee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi







