2022 Best Neighborhoods to Buy a House in Jacksonville

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  9 reviews

Current Resident: So central and convenient to grocery stores, department store, churches, etc. You are just a few miles from the beach and not have to pay such high beach home prices. My house at the Beach was 1250 square feet and built 1962 compared to a much newer building (2005)and 1750 square feet that I moved into. No comparison!... Read 9 reviews

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• Population 5,051

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  37 reviews

Current Resident: I have lived in mandarin for a few years now. It has more character than many of the "suburban sprawl" areas that I've seen. This is mostly due to many officials, planning groups, and committees ensuring there are tons of trees around. There is definitely too many big box chain stores and restaurants, but there are still TONS of locally owned and operated gems to find. You just have to know where to look! It is not a very diverse area, there are also very very few apartments. Almost everybody here owns their homes. School districts (from what I know) are quite good, especially for Florida. Mandarin needs more community amenities. We have a few good parks, but need public pools, river activities, more nightlife, etc.... Read 37 reviews

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• Population 8,658

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  20 reviews

Current Resident: I love the Mandarin area. I grew up here. It's very easy to get around here most things are in short travel distance.I am not very fond of all of the road work going on had been this way for years. The area has grown a lot . They could use improvement of night life as well as family activities in this area. Overall I love this area!... Read 20 reviews

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• Population 8,871

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  7 reviews

Niche User: This area seems to be relatively safe. Police respond quickly when called. Neighbors call the police if they see something suspicious, but do not actively look for crime. However, this neighborhood is very active so any crimes would most likely be seen.... Read 7 reviews

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• Population 2,352

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  29 reviews

Current Resident: When I first moved to Julington Creek Plantation, it was a very quiet, almost out in the middle of nowhere kind of neighborhood. Over the last 5 years, it has grown so much that new schools needed to be built and new businesses have come to the area. While I understand this is a good thing for the market, it has taken away from the close and quiet place we loved. JCP is beautiful, the homeowners are friendly and the area is safe. The community amenity center offers a pool, workout room, fitness classes, babysitting, lifeguard training and rentals for parties, etc. Some of the restrictions placed on homeowners are a bit over the top, considering we are paying hefty dues to live here. The schools are all amazing A rated schools! The commute time is about 30-45 minutes to get anywhere. The cost of living is middle to higher income levels as there are many different neighborhoods within the plantation. Overall, JCP is a great family oriented community.... Read 29 reviews

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• Population 6,994

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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  39 reviews

Current Resident: Bike paths, running trails and a great sense of community in Greenland Chase!! We absolutely love living in this part of Jacksonville and couldn't be happier!... Read 39 reviews

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• Population 10,180

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Current Resident: Nice communities and neighborhoods along the river. Plenty of grocery stores, parks, and shops close by. Safe part of town too.... Read 3 reviews

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• Population 2,401

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• Population 1,823

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  Rating 4 out of 5  6 reviews

Parent: The area is pretty quiet most of the time and there are new multi level communities being built and added. A new elementary school was just added within the past year, making it very convenient to the neighborhoods in the area.... Read 6 reviews

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• Population 5,977

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• Population 2,204

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Current Resident: Pickwick is the first place that my husband and I have lived that actually feels like a community and neighborhood. I'm the last 15 years we have moved six times (we're active duty military) and only when we moved to Pickwick did our neighbors come over and introduce themselves. Seriously. There's something charming about this place. Each apartment doesn't have the newest floor plans or high-tech appliances; it's obvious this place was built at least thirty years ago. Like the rings on a tree, each new coat of paint on the apartment walls adds to its history and seals in the memories from past residences. Some places feel outdated as time passes but not Pickwick. No, no. A sweet community that looks out for eachother, a place that insures the safety of the tiniest family of ducklings, a place where Hanukkah and Christmas are observed and celebrated equally and with respect; where there are weekly gatherings for bunco and crafts; a place like that - it's timeless.... Read 3 reviews

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• Population 1,168

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• Population 1,676

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• Population 3,438

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  27 reviews

Current Resident: It is quiet, and the atmosphere is inviting. My son has a lot of friends to play with here. There is no crime around here.... Read 27 reviews

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• Population 7,182

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• Population 2,044

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  57 reviews

Current Resident: When you say East Arlington, nobody ever really know what you're talking about. It's Girvin!! Tons of restaurants, shopping, and relaxation in this area. Just far enough from the city and beach to avoid the peak traffic times, just close enough to them that nothing's ever too far away. Could really do with some nearby nightlife. It's essentially a dead zone besides fast food when it gets late enough.... Read 57 reviews

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• Population 14,513

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  8 reviews

Current Resident: Deerwood is the most centrally located neighborhood in Jacksonville. Only 15 minutes to the beach, 25 minutes to the airport, 5 minutes to 3 major highways and 10 minutes to Town Center restaurants and shopping. It is a gated, country club neighborhood with a private entrance to Jacksonville Country Day School, big lots, a park, optional boat/RV storage/country club. There are a range of prices and sizes of homes from $250,000 condos/townhouses to homes over a million dollars. The HOA fees are some of the lowest in the city. There are food truck Mondays, great... firework displays and it is a beautiful place to walk, bike or run. You get a lot for your money here and generations of families tend to stay.... Read 8 reviews

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• Population 12,083

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• Population 1,752

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  Rating 3.33 out of 5  15 reviews

Current Resident: Fits my needs to a tee! Vibrant area with so much to offer. I'm close to the beaches, to great shopping, to almost anything - 15 -20 minutes away tops.... Read 15 reviews

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• Population 6,307

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  Rating 3.09 out of 5  11 reviews

Niche User: Personally i love this area, its very quite and once settled there are lots of familiar faces.... Read 11 reviews

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• Population 6,236

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Niche User: I like the area, I am close to school and work... Read 2 reviews

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• Population 631

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  Rating 4.6 out of 5  5 reviews

Former Resident: Beautiful place to live for nature lovers. Neighbors are very friendly. Beautiful place to raise family.... Read 5 reviews

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• Population 866

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• Population 335

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