It wasn’t long ago – less than two decades, in fact – that hundreds of students were receiving an education at John Gorrie Junior High School in the Riverside neighborhood. Named after famous Floridian Dr. John Gorrie, the inventor of air conditioning and the first ice machine, the John Gorrie school opened its doors in 1923 and permanently closed them to students in 1997.

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Delores Barr Weaver has been awarded a prestigious Urban Land Institute North Florida Award for Excellence in the Reuse/Repurpose category for her work on The John Gorrie a condominium.

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Two years ago, Jacksonville native Andrew Cartica needed a change of pace. Born and raised in Jacksonville and having lived on the Westside and Southside areas of the city, Cartica was tired of having to drive everywhere. He wished for a place he could simply stroll out his front door to walk his dogs and have a true neighborhood experience. He has found all this, and more, at The John Gorrie a condominium.

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We have all heard the saying “Dogs are man’s best friend,” but for David Kattreh, this is more than just a saying – it is reality. When Kattreh began looking for a place to purchase, he had a definite wish list. One of the items was an ideal environment for his four-legged roommate, five-year-old boxer Mick.

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The historic neighborhood of Riverside Avondale is known for its diverse and extensive collection of architectural styles ranging from Queen Anne to Prairie to Colonial Revival and beyond.

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The transformation of the former John Gorrie Junior High School to The John Gorrie a condominium is just what the doctor ordered for the continued revitalization of the Riverside Avondale neighborhood. The renovation of the former junior high school, which is a monument to the rich architectural heritage of the area, has created economic sustainability by providing affordable homes for numerous families in one of Northeast Florida’s most desired neighborhoods. Since the restoration, local shops and restaurants have experienced continued success in traffic and sales from the new residents The John Gorrie is bringing to the neighborhood. The John Gorrie offers homebuyers more than a diverse array of beautifully appointed homes in meticulously restored historic school buildings. Residents are provided access to a unique, local-centric lifestyle with cultural ambience. Great lengths were taken to modernize the buildings to today’s housing standards. Residents enjoy contemporary amenities including a custom-designed fitness center, elevators, private gated parking and a resident reading room featuring Wi-Fi internet access. The restored original private courtyard provides residents with a tranquil outdoor gathering space. Modern luxuries in all residences include stainless steel GE appliances, CaesarStone countertops, gourmet kitchens and pedestal sinks in bathrooms. Located at 2525 College Street, residents are within walking distance of cozy neighborhood restaurants, local boutiques and charming storefronts. Residents also enjoy close proximity to the banks of the St. Johns River, oak-canopied streets and a sampling of the area’s most marvelously maintained parks. The community is minutes from downtown Jacksonville, cultural landmarks such as The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, Riverside Arts Market (RAM) and national sporting venues. For more information or to schedule a sales appointment with Prudential Network Realty representative Lee Elmore, call (904) 383-3688 or take a virtual tour by visiting www.TheJohnGorrie.com.

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A virtual tour of The John Gorrie a condominium, Jacksonville’s most unique condominium community, is now available for all to see.

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The renovation and design team at The John Gorrie a condominium has transformed the former junior high school into what is known today as Jacksonville’s most unique condominium community. The renovated building incorporates architectural and historical components from the original school building into most of the units, allowing them to stand out from one another, including the building’s two-bedroom townhomes.

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The John Gorrie a condominium, one of Jacksonville's premier condo communities, is offering homebuyers yet another reason as to why it's the perfect place to call home. The historically renovated school building has been granted a 10-year tax abatement towards the city portion of each homeowner's tax bill. This translates into approximately a 50 percent reduction in the resident’s real estate taxes for 2012, which equates to a range of $1,000 to $2,300 in savings for properties at The John Gorrie.

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The John Gorrie a condominium is one of Jacksonville’s most unique condo communities, and buyers have been showing great interest in the historic residence’s character-filled homes.

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