Springfield: Jacksonville, FL

Springfield’s stunning architecture is tempered with a gritty side, but where some see blight, locals see opportunity. “We have flavor,” says resident Tony Allegretti, who writes a blog called The Urban Core. “We still have problems and the economy hasn’t helped, but great projects are beginning every day. We enjoy an urban quality of life with local arts, culture, and neighbors we know by name.”
Families, empty nesters, executives, and creative hipsters come looking to plug in to the energy of the community. “New homes that blend seamlessly with historic ones are bringing in buyers who lack renovation skills,” says Mack Bissette, CEO of SRG Homes & Neighborhoods. “We’ve had passionate renovators here in the past, but this latest wave is lining up with a new generation of buyers.” 

Learn more about the Springfield Preservation and Revitalization (SPAR) Council

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