3404 ST JOHNS Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205 (MLS# 2129445)

3404 ST JOHNS Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205

$2,683,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 5,252 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 13,939 Status: Closed
Current Price: $2,683,000 List Date: 3/12/2026 Last Modified: 4/13/2026

Overview

Description

On one of Avondale's most admired streets, this extraordinary St Johns Avenue estate stands as a true expression of luxury living in a historic setting. Featured in Jacksonville's Architectural Heritage, this remarkable residence is recognized as a prominent landmark and a celebrated example of Mediterranean Revival design. Designed by architect Jefferson D. Powell shortly after his return from Venice, the home draws direct inspiration from the palaces lining Italy's Grand Canal and was originally built for Max Knauer, a prominent Jacksonville hardware dealer. Just moments from the Shoppes of Avondale, it commands attention with architectural distinction, presence, and a sense of arrival that feels both grand and deeply rooted in place. The Venetian influence is unmistakable. The projecting two story entrance pavilion features a dramatic ogee arch and a star wheel motif inspired by the Palazzo Contarini Fasan. Arched windows of varying forms, columns,

Supplements: stylized leaded glass, brick and cast stone ornamentation, and crenelated parapets define the exterior. Even the chimneys are adorned with arched openings, all beneath a mission tile roof that completes the authentic Mediterranean profile. This is architecture with intention, artistry, and lasting significance. The main residence offers four bedro ...

Listing Details MLS# 2129445

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total
6
Bathrooms Full
4
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Bathrooms Total
5
Living Area
5252
Living Area Source
Public Records
Year Built
1929
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N
Yes
Homestead YN
Yes
Lot Size Acres
0.32
Association YN
No
CDD Fee YN
No
Accessibility Features YN
No
New Construction YN
No
Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
3
Carport YN
Yes
Carport Spaces
Yes
Pool Private YN
Yes
Water Body Access YN
No
Waterfront YN
No
Stories
3
Senior Community YN
No
Directions
From St Johns Ave and King Street, turn right on St Johns Ave. Home will be on the left.
Public Remarks
On one of Avondale's most admired streets, this extraordinary St Johns Avenue estate stands as a true expression of luxury living in a historic setting. Featured in Jacksonville's Architectural Heritage, this remarkable residence is recognized as a prominent landmark and a celebrated example of Mediterranean Revival design. Designed by architect Jefferson D. Powell shortly after his return from Venice, the home draws direct inspiration from the palaces lining Italy's Grand Canal and was originally built for Max Knauer, a prominent Jacksonville hardware dealer. Just moments from the Shoppes of Avondale, it commands attention with architectural distinction, presence, and a sense of arrival that feels both grand and deeply rooted in place. The Venetian influence is unmistakable. The projecting two story entrance pavilion features a dramatic ogee arch and a star wheel motif inspired by the Palazzo Contarini Fasan. Arched windows of varying forms, columns,
List Price/SqFt
532.18
Sold Price/SqFt
510.85

Property Features

Architectural Style: Historic Levels: Three Or More Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Appliances: Dishwasher; Gas Cooktop; Gas Oven; Refrigerator Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s) Flooring: Wood Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Pool Features: In Ground Parking Features: Garage; Off Street; On Street Lot Features: Corner Lot; Historic Area Current Use: Residential; Single Family Road Frontage Type: City Street Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Contingency Reason: Appraisal; Financing; Inspection

Contract Information

Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN
No
Listing Contract Date
2026-02-10

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
3404
Street Name
ST JOHNS
Street Suffix
Avenue
County
Duval
State
FL
Postal Code
32205
MLS Area Major
032-Avondale
Subdivision Name
Avondale North

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-04-13T19:28:03Z
Major Change Type
Status Change
Purchase Contract Date
2026-03-14
Close Date
2026-04-13
Close Price
2683000

Accessory Dwelling Information

Dwelling Type
Other
ADU Attached Y/N
Yes
Bathrooms
Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible
No

Location, Tax, and Legal

Country
US
Parcel Number
0793490000
Tax Annual Amount
22129.83
Tax Year
2025
Tax Legal Description
7-31 43-2S-26E .31 AVONDALE LOT 30 NW 35FT LOT 31

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Gas Cooktop
Yes
Gas Oven
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes

Cooling

Central Air
Yes

Current Use

Residential
Yes
Single Family
Yes

Flooring

Wood
Yes

Heating

Central
Yes

Levels

Three Or More
Yes

Listing Terms

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Lot Features

Corner Lot
Yes
Historic Area
Yes

Parking Features

Garage
Yes
Off Street
Yes
On Street
Yes

Pool Features

In Ground
Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow
Yes

Road Frontage Type

City Street
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Utilities

Electricity Connected
Yes
Natural Gas Connected
Yes
Sewer Connected
Yes
Water Connected
Yes

View

City
Yes

Water Source

Public
Yes

Architectural Style

Historic
Yes

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes

Property Condition

Updated/Remodeled
Yes

Contingency Reason

Appraisal
Yes
Financing
Yes
Inspection
Yes
Listing Office: COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: April - 13 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.