$279,000
Jacksonville, FL 32210
MLS# 2130904
2 beds | 1 baths
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Property Description
RARE OPPORTUNITY in Old Ortega! Walk among the mansions to Ortega Bridge and local parks. Charming 1922 home named ''The Guest Cottage'' is a true front-to-back single story piece of history. The lot features double parking in the front, an accessory building in back, and cozy ''artist style cottage'' home. Enter the sitting room area, adjacent to the primary bedroom with lofted ceiling and original timber beams. The full bath has vintage Schumacher wallpaper, tub/shower and pedestal sink. The 2nd single bedroom has built-in storage drawers and closet space. In the back of the home is a galley kitchen, dining area with further built-ins and french doors to the deck. Additionally, the back mudroom could be a home office or storage. Backyard building w/laundry & garden storage on left side & space on the right to create an art studio or gym with a little imagination. Metal roof 2015, brand new H2O heater, updated electrical 2015, HVAC in last 10 yrs. Unique opportunity, amazing location!
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Contract Information
Current Price: $279,000
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Status: Active
List Price: $279,000
Listing Contract Date: 2026-02-19
Location Tax and Legal
Street Number: 2813
Street Name: PRINCETON
Street Suffix: Avenue
County: Duval
State: FL
Postal Code: 32210
MLS Area Major: 033-Ortega/Venetia
Subdivision Name: Old Ortega
General Property Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Total: 1
Living Area: 835
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1922
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.08
Lot Size Dimensions: 32 x 100
Association YN: No
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: No
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 1
Entry Level: 1
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: Southwest
Directions: From Roosevelt Ave southbound, turn east on SR-128. (Look for the Longhorn Steakhouse on the corner at the light)
Cross over the Old Ortega Bridge into Old Ortega and then turn right onto McGrits Blvd and then Left on Princeton, home is on left across from the school.
Public Remarks: RARE OPPORTUNITY in Old Ortega! Walk among the mansions to Ortega Bridge and local parks. Charming 1922 home named ''The Guest Cottage'' is a true front-to-back single story piece of history. The lot features double parking in the front, an accessory building in back, and cozy ''artist style cottage'' home. Enter the sitting room area, adjacent to the primary bedroom with lofted ceiling and original timber beams. The full bath has vintage Schumacher wallpaper, tub/shower and pedestal sink. The 2nd single bedroom has built-in storage drawers and closet space. In the back of the home is a galley kitchen, dining area with further built-ins and french doors to the deck. Additionally, the back mudroom could be a home office or storage. Backyard building w/laundry & garden storage on left side & space on the right to create an art studio or gym with a little imagination. Metal roof 2015, brand new H2O heater, updated electrical 2015, HVAC in last 10 yrs. Unique opportunity, amazing location!
List Price/SqFt: 334.13
Status Change Information
Major Change Timestamp: 2026-05-09T01:52:31Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-05-09T01:52:31Z
DPR Eligible
DPR Eligible: Yes
Property Features
Architectural Style: Cottage
Levels: One
Rental Restrictions: No Minimum
Appliances: Dryer; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer
Interior Features: Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring: Tile; Wood
Laundry Features: In Garage
Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Patio And Porch Features: Deck; Front Porch
Roof: Metal
Parking Features: Off Street
Lot Features: Historic Area
Fencing: Back Yard; Fenced
Current Use: Residential; Single Family
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional
Seller Disclosure 
Listing Office: KELLER WILLIAMS ST JOHNS
Last Updated: May - 09 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.