The Arlington Expressway, Downtown Jacksonville’s connection to East Arlington, has long been associated with blight due to old, abandoned office buildings.

However, recent redevelopment efforts are bringing new hope to the neighborhood, as investors work to transform these eyesores into something special.

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City leaders estimate that over 50,000 people cross the Arlington Expressway daily. Unfortunately, many are greeted by vacant buildings, graffiti, and broken windows.

Jacksonville City Councilman Ken Amaro, who represents the Arlington community, said the eyesores send a bad message about the neighborhood.

“Those who are driving by, whether they live in Arlington or not, this is what they see,” Amaro said. “And it becomes th

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