Murray Hill: Neighborhood Photo Tour

[Metro Jacksonville]

Murray Hill: Neighborhood Photo Tour



Defined by Interstate 10, Casset Avenue, Park Street and Roosevelt Blvd,  Murray Hill is another historic neighborhood in the midst of gentrification.  Platted in 1906,  incorporated as a separate city in 1916 and annexed by Jacksonville in 1925, the neighborhood consists of a mix of commercial and residential structures with a diverse collection of architectural details, making it stand out amongst the urban core neighborhoods.

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http://www.metrojacksonville.com/content/view/276

[Chris Pizzolorusso]

I am a new first time homeowner to the Lakeshore area of Jacksonville, and was wondering if we could add this neighborhood to your website.  I am a recent archtiecture grad from the University of Florida and am in the process of remodeling, restoring a classic 1950's midcentury home in Lakeshore Terrace.  I feel this area has a historical significance in its own way, not as classic as Riverside, Avondale or Murryhill, but significant nonetheless, as a Modern Classic American Post War neighborhood.  I think you would be very surprised how this neighborhood has been goign through a rejuvenation in the last few years, and these classic 1950's homes are surprisingly well kept within this well kept pocket of Lakeshore.

[thelakelander]

Eventually we plan to expose most of the interesting neighborhoods and areas of town with photo tours.   While I can't promise a date right now, Lakeshore is definately on the list.

[JC]

My wife and I are closing on a house on Trask St. tomorrow or Monday.  I am very excited to be part of that neighborhood.  Moon River Pizza, Edgewood Ave Bakery the pool hall and so many other great neighborhood fixtures. 

[CG7]

No photo, or even mention of The Dreamette...come on man!

[ben says]

No photo, or even mention of The Dreamette...come on man!

Well its also a 6 year old photo essay.

We happen to be working on a new one that will be much more exciting and updated

Good old Dreamette has been around longer than 6 years!

[urbaknight]

I live between McDuff ave and the park pictured at the end. It's called Pewers Park. Just after I moved to the area they took down a bunch of trees in the center and put a nice pound in that a creek flows into and out of. Aside from a little bit of trash finding its way in, it's really a good feature.

[thelakelander]

We've had a Murray Hill neighborhood tour since this one.  The Dreamette was mentioned:



http://www.metrojacksonville.com/article/2010-jun-urban-neighborhoods-murray-hill

[urbaknight]

Oh yeah the ice cream palour, they have a good variety of milkshakes. I recommend the place to everyone!

[JC]

Well we've lived in the new hood for about 5 months now and I can say we love it.  There are lots of kids for our girls to play with.  There doesnt seem to be a real crime problem and I LOVE the sound of the train horns.  If anyone wants an opinion on moving to this area I would be happy help! 

[BoldBoyOfTheSouth]

We are loving the neighborly feel of Murray Hill.