You won’t find more neighborhood pride than in the residents of Springfield. The first neighborhood in Jacksonville, Springfield offers charming turn-of-the-century Victorian homes as well as more modest bungalows and a sprinkling of multi-family housing. In recent years, historically accurate new construction has dominated the housing market. If you are handy, there is plenty of inventory to choose from that will allow you to renovate to suit your needs. Springfield is a national historic district, so there are restrictions on what homeowners may do to the exterior of the homes. Be sure to thoroughly investigate your plans with SPAR, Springfield Are Revitalization, and the Historic Preservation Commission.
Springfield residents are always working on their homes and gardens or banding together to work on projects to preserve the charm and history of the neighborhood. Residents tend to be fiercely loyal to the local business owners and take great pride in the recent revitalization and renewed interest in the neighborhood. There is an active Womens Club, Wine Club, Supper Club, Mommies Group, animal rescue club, softball teams and more. Residents also get together on the First Friday of the month for a porch party at a neighborhood house. There are plenty of opportunities for everyone to get involved in an activity in this neighborhood!
