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3 Beds
2 Baths
2,572 SqFt
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,572 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,572 sqft
Price per Sqft $178
Subdivision Riviera Manor
MLS Listing ID 2164129
Style Contemporary
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Construction Status Updated/Remodeled
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1956
Annual Tax Amount $4,953
Lot Size 9,147 Sqft
Acres 0.21
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
Property Description
Some homes are easy to describe, but the best ones deserve a few extra words.
Welcome to 2430 Ironwood Drive, affectionately known as ''Devaron.'' Over the years, this home has grown and changed along with the people who have lived here. With only three owners throughout its history, each has left their mark while thoughtfully caring for and improving the home along the way. Today, it offers approximately 2,557 square feet filled with interesting spaces, thoughtful updates and architectural details you simply don't see every day.
The personality starts in the light-filled octagonal front room, where oversized windows, a dramatic gas fireplace and the home's signature 45-degree angles immediately set it apart. Handcrafted stained glass, custom glass block details, built-ins, window seats and open living spaces continue throughout, offering plenty of flexibility for everyday living, working and entertaining. At the center of it all is the updated kitchen with two dramatic granite waterfall islands and an open layout connecting naturally to the surrounding living and dining spaces.
Pella French doors lead outside to a spacious deck, covered gazebo, paver patio and backyard shaded by mature live oaks.
And then there's the neighborhood.
When asked what they'll miss about living here, the current owners didn't start with restaurants or commute times. They talked about the people. They described friendly neighbors and people regularly walking the neighborhood, and neighbors who have gone out of their way to help care for the property while the owners were away. That sense of connection has become an important part of what living here has meant to them.
They've also appreciated the convenience, with the Hart Expressway providing easy access to Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville University nearby, approximately 30 minutes to the beach, and shopping, dining and major roadways within easy reach.
The home has seen substantial improvements as well, including a December 2025 water heater with 10-year warranty, new whole-house water filtration and softener system, LeafFilter gutter protection with a lifetime warranty, updated septic drain line, French drain, upgraded exterior doors, LED lighting and more. A structural engineer inspection completed in June 2026 found no concerns, with the report available upon request.
And the name "Devaron"? There's a story behind that, too. In fact, there's an entire autobiography documenting the home's history and evolution, available to explore during your visit.
2430 Ironwood Drive wasn't designed to look like every other house on the street. It has changed, evolved and collected stories along the way. Now it's ready for someone new to write the next chapter.
Location
State FL
County Duval
Community Riviera Manor
Area 022-Grove Park/Sans Souci
Direction From Beach Blvd turn North on University Blvd. Turn right on Kellow Dr. and then turn right on Ironwood Dr. Home is on the right.
Rooms
Other Rooms Shed(s), Workshop
Interior
Interior Features Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Wood
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas
Furnishings Unfurnished
Fireplace Yes
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Parking Features Attached Carport, Off Street
Carport Spaces 2
Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Propane
Roof Type Shingle
Porch Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Garage No
Private Pool No
Building
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Public
Architectural Style Contemporary
Structure Type Block
New Construction No
Construction Status Updated/Remodeled
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 1339050000
Security Features Security System Owned,Smoke Detector(s)
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
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