areas of town table of contents A city full of personality and possibility.

2 Beaches As you can imagine, the largest city by land mass in the contiguous U.S., Jacksonville offers a wide 3 St. Augustine range of communities. 4 Nocatee

6 Riverside

The good news is, each one 7 Avondale/Ortega has its own distinct feel and san marco 8 Downtown jacksonville downtown attractions. In the following beaches 9 San Marco riverside pages, we’ll guide you through southside 10 Southside ortega/avondale the most desirable areas of nocatee 11 Conclusion st. augustine Northeast Florida – from the historic districts to the

Beaches and Nocatee.

Whatever you’re looking for, you’re sure to find it here. the beaches neighborhood highlights A cluster of unique coastal communities The Jacksonville Beaches, or the Beaches, is a term used to describe a handful of smaller beach communities, including Mayport, Atlantic Beach, • Diverse communities to choose from Jacksonville Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach and Neptune Beach. • Downtown Neptune/Atlantic Beach These communities sit on an unnamed barrier island with the Atlantic to the east, the St. Johns to the north and the Intracoastal Waterway to the west. Each area acts as its own municipality, • 22 miles of Atlantic coastline each with a personality and feel all its own. With more than 22 miles of white sand and surf along the Atlantic, this area is highly desirable by homebuyers of all stages of life. • Family and dog-friendly beaches

• Prestigious golf courses

Small-town seclusion • Shopping and dining options For more of a secluded and small-town vibe, Neptune and Atlantic Beaches provide a quiet, suburban feel. The quaint Beaches Town Center is where • St. Johns and Duval County Neptune and Atlantic Beaches meet and provides a strip of dining and school district nightlife options. Mayport, known for its shrimp and the Naval Air Station, also boasts delicious seafood restaurants and Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park, • Single-family homes average from with numerous hiking and biking trails to explore. $250K to $2+ million Center of the action Jacksonville Beach offers a wider range of nightlife and also appeals to a social crowd because there is always something going on, day or night. From casting a line on the Jacksonville Fishing Pier to festivals, free outdoor The Beaches area offers a unique set of communities movies and pub crawls, there’s never a dull moment in Jacksonville Beach. within communities, providing buyers with the coastal lifestyle in a wide range of flavors – all with quick access Golf resort living “ to downtown and other key parts of the city. Ponte Vedra Beach is an upscale community with high-end beachfront Matt Wilkinson homes and limited public access to the beach. For lovers of golf and the country club lifestyle, Ponte Vedra offers gated communities including RE/MAX Unlimited Marsh Landing and country clubs like Sawgrass Players Club, home of the THE PLAYERS Championship. The prestigious Ponte Vedra Inn and Club provides a golf course that is on the bucket list for locals and tourists alike.

2 st. augustine neighborhood highlights America’s oldest city never gets old For the oldest city in the nation, St. Augustine sure has a lot of new and exciting things going on. • World Golf Village/Golf Hall of Fame

• Historic downtown St. Augustine Located less than an hour from Jacksonville, the area offers homebuyers a small town feel that’s still convenient to civilization. Named one of the Happiest Seaside Towns in the U.S. by • Countless activities and attractions Coastal Living, residents love the old cobblestone streets along downtown and the numerous • Single-family homes average from historic attractions peppered throughout the area. $170s up to $2 million For golf lovers, there’s plenty of history here too. World Golf Village is a prestigious neighborhood and home to the Golf Hall of Fame and the King and Bear Course. If top-rated golf is top on your priority list, World Golf Village is the community for you. World Golf Village also offers options for condos, patio homes and active adult communities, all only a short drive The St. Augustine area provides buyers with the perfect to downtown St. Augustine. blend of old-world charm and newer construction, all with world-class golf and luxury amenities. Additional communities like MuraBella offer residents resort-style living with pools, tennis “ courts and a fitness center. Sevilla is another popular community with lots of amenities for David Norton families located near World Golf Village. Coldwell Banker Premier Properties

3 nocatee | Master planned for life at its fullest

One visit to Nocatee and you’ll realize this place is different. The pace is a little slower, like you’re on vacation during the middle of the workweek.

Located halfway between Jacksonville and St. Augustine, the community sits on 13,000 acres – 60 percent of which will remain preserved for today’s residents and tomorrow’s generations to enjoy.

With 21 distinct communities to choose from, buyers will find affordable housing options for every budget and life stage. From townhomes to active adult communities and gated neighborhoods with lakefront estate homes, Nocatee has something for everyone.

Ranked the third best-selling master-planned community in the nation in 2015 and still growing, the community has been meticulously designed to accommodate growth without causing inconveniences to current residents.

Amenities like no other At Nocatee, residents don’t have to look past their own back yards to find resort-like amenities, including:

Junior Olympic pools Kayak launch Splash Water Park Pickleball court Basketball court

Fitness clubs Greenways/preserve Zipline Volleyball court Nocatee Town Center

And when it’s time to venture out, the Intracoastal Waterway is in their backyard, and the beaches and top-rated golf courses, including TPC Sawgrass are only minutes away.

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A sense of community • More than 5,000 acres of connecting Nocatee residents enjoy a strong sense of community, hosting numerous events Greenway Trails and preserves for teens, kids and adults. From Food Truck Fridays at Splash Water Park to the • Duval and St. Johns County Nocatee Farmer’s Market and everything in between, there’s no way residents can run out of activities all within a short walk or bike ride from home. Three dog school districts parks peppered throughout the community provide plenty of social activity for • Resort-like amenities including four-legged residents too. Splash Water Park First-rate for Families • Nocatee Town Center offers quick access to everyday conveniences Between the A-rated schools and the resort-like amenities, Nocatee is hands down the place for families. Kids give the amenities an A rating too, with Splash Water • Single-family homes average from the Park, a zipline and various ball courts at their disposal. $200s to $1+ million

My clients are in complete awe when they see just how much home they can get for their money in Nocatee. Factor in the amazing location, low cost of living and the unparalleled amenities and this area is a no brainer for “ my in and out-of-state homebuyers.

Raymond Butrus Certified Nocatee Realtor St. Johns Realty Group, Inc.

5 riverside neighborhood highlights Historic meets eclectic

One of Jacksonville’s most colorful neighborhoods, Riverside provides • Five Points District top-notch quality for residents of all walks of life. Historic charm and proximity to the scenic St. Johns River are a few of the key attractions in • King Street District the area. Homes range from smaller craftsmen and bungalows to luxury riverfront estates. • Riverside Arts Market • Cork Arts District Alive with arts, you’ll find small districts with nightlife and restaurant options, including historic Five Points and the King Street District. Home to two local breweries, Intuition Ale • Duval County School District Works and Bold City Brewery, there are also several dining options throughout the area. You can also view the works of local artists at various events in the Cork Arts District, an • Single-family homes average from 80,000-square-foot warehouse where many artists have studios. $100s to $2.5 million

And on Saturdays, Riverside’s largest attraction, the Riverside Arts Market, is a farmers’ market and so much more. Memorial Park is a gorgeous way to spend a sunny afternoon by the St. You won’t find a more eclectic local community than Johns River. This small community offers walkability, and many restaurants have dog-friendly Riverside. Residents of apartments and bungalows patio seating. blend in with owners of multi-million-dollar riverfront An extension of Riverside called Brooklyn is under way, and will provide high-rise condos with “ estates. It’s a beautiful thing to be a part of such an open an urban feel, fine dining and retail options all within walking distance. community in such a beautiful area.

Caroline Powell Powell Steilberg Team Berkshire Hathaway

6 avondale/ortega neighborhood highlights Walkability and historic charm

As one of Jacksonville’s most walkable neighborhoods, Avondale is a • Shoppes of Avondale boasts neighborhood full of live oaks and Spanish moss and large sidewalks for several restaurants and dining meandering down the tree-lined streets. Voted one of the country’s top- establishments 10 great neighborhoods by the American Planning Association, the area was the first in Florida to receive the honor. • Boone Park

The Shoppes of Avondale offer a wide range of shopping and dining options, from French • Access to St. Johns River

American to local BBQ. In addition to the Shoppes, there are other quaint retailers and • Ortega Marina restaurants a few blocks away. Conveniently located minutes from downtown and neighboring Riverside and San Marco, Avondale provides an interesting mix of old historical architecture, • Duval County School District including many brick homes that are nearing the 100-year mark. • Single-family homes average from There’s always something going on in the neighborhood, from the Daily’s River Run in $250K bungalows to $4 million Ortega to the highly popular Christmas luminaria, where all residents place candles along the riverfront estates sidewalk, and viewers from all parts of Jacksonville come to take part in the festivities. Ortega and Ortega Forest Located just five miles away from Avondale are two more communities that offer historic Whether residents own a bungalow with lots of charm or charm and river views. Ortega and Ortega Forest are close enough to the Shoppes of a sprawling riverfront home, the Avondale area is a tight- Avondale but also provide a more suburban feel with more official “subdivisions” and larger knit community where everyone says hello to each other home lots to choose from. The area also provides close proximity to NAS Jacksonville as well and socializes at community events. as astounding views of the Downtown skyline. “ Allison Steilberg Powell Steilberg Team Berkshire Hathaway

7 downtown neighborhood highlights Big city attractions, small city convenience

It may surprise some homebuyers to know that Downtown • True urban lifestyle Jacksonville offers an urban feel you’d find in bigger cities at a fraction of the price. Townhomes and lofts located blocks from the • The Elbow District entertainment river, or riverfront high-rise condos offer buyers close proximity to epicenter nightlife, restaurants and all major sporting events. From the Florida Theatre to EverBank Field and the bar district called The Elbow, • Jacksonville Landing there’s always something new to see and do. • Very walkable and convenient to With nearly six miles of riverfront, Downtown is very walkable, and there’s convenient navigate access to other parts of town via the skyway, water taxis and a paved riverwalk that joins • High-rise condos average from $250 up Downtown to the Riverside neighborhood. Central to everything, the area is only a short to $1 million drive to the beach or Jacksonville International Airport. • Historic Springfield district – homes Springfield: Jacksonville’s oldest average from $30s up to $500s neighborhood A subset of Downtown, Springfield was established in 1869 and is currently going through a revitalization period. You can find affordable fixer-uppers with lots of historic charm. In 2011, Southern Living named Springfield one of “The South’s Best Comeback Out-of-state buyers are thrilled to have such a bustling Neighborhoods.” Springfield recently launched Porchfest, a community-wide urban lifestyle without the high cost of living or miserable celebration of music and neighbors. winters. Downtown is such a vibrant and beautiful area “ that’s easy to get around -- and it’s all only a short drive from the beach.

Liz Bobeck Berkshire Hathaway

8 san marco neighborhood highlights European and Southern charm

San Marco is a great community for families as well as young • Historic charm professionals or couples. Imagine tree-lined streets and lush landscape at every turn. • Several fine dining options

Home styles vary from small and historic bungalows to sprawling riverfront estates. At the • San Marco Square center of it all is San Marco Square. This tight-knit neighborhood enjoys a wide range of • Riverfront estates available events year-round, including the “Affair in the Square,” a quarterly night of fun, food and music in San Marco Square. • Duval County School District

There’s plenty going on outside of the Square too, like Aardwolf Brewery, and some of • Single-family homes average from the finest dining options in the city, including Bistro AIX, Matthew’s and bb’s. In addition $250s on up to $4.9 million riverfront to walkability and community, San Marco offers quick access to health care facilities estate homes including St. Vincents and Baptist Health, as well as major highways.

I’ve worked with many out-of-state buyers who originally felt the beach would be a good fit, then fell in Designed to mimic St. Mark’s square love with the historic beauty and charm of San Marco. in Venice, San Marco Square is a Even if a buyer doesn’t find a home in San Marco, they local icon complete with distinct “ will find themselves coming to San Marco Square to shop, dine and play. fountains, a park, two historic theatres – including Theatre Jacksonville, the Anita Vining oldest in the country – and several Berkshire Hathaway dining and shopping destinations.

9 southside neighborhood highlights Shopping and golf galore

Central to everything, Southside has a lot to offer residents of all • Top-rated golf kinds. You won’t find a better shopping destination than St. Johns Town Center, with more than 1 million square feet of open-air • Prime shopping destinations shopping at high-end stores including Nordstrom and Louis Vuitton, • Convenient access to major roads and intermingled with top dining and nightlife options. Down the street, the Avenues Mall is another popular spot. parts of town • Close to beaches, health care and ma- There are several gated communities on golf courses, including Deercreek, Deerwood jor corporate office parks Creek and Glen Kernan Golf & Country Club. These communities offer residents course- front homes with close proximity to the beach and large corporate buildings in the area. • Duval County School District

For singles, there are also several condos to choose from, including the luxurious Palazzo • Single-family homes average from at St. Johns. Retirees have options too, including the age-restricted Sweetwater by Del $225s to $500s+ Webb and Camellia at Deerwood communities.

In addition to several dining and retail options, Southside is close to anywhere you need to The Southside community accommodates all age groups be, including the Beaches, Downtown, major health care facilities like Mayo Clinic, Baptist of prospective buyers, whether they are young, seniors, Health and St. Vincent’s, as well as Florida Coastal School of Law and the University of singles, empty nesters, families, golfers, country club North Florida. types or beach lovers. The Southside is centrally located for easy travel to areas such as downtown, airport, military bases, beaches, St. Augustine, Nocatee and “ throughout the city of Jacksonville; great churches, golf communities, major shopping centers, great food places and recreation for everyone.

Patricia Hickson Certified Nocatee Realtor ERA Davis & Linn - Cartus Broker Network

10 conclusion The best value and lifestyle in all of Florida

Northeast Florida combines the perfect mix of quality of life, job opportunity and affordability. With a strong, educated workforce and tax-friendly climate, the area is well positioned for growth for years to come.

No matter which neighborhood you choose, you can rest assured that the many dining, entertainment and outdoor attractions are all only a short drive away.

11 Located in Ponte Vedra, Florida, Nocatee is a master-planned community that blends a variety of neighborhoods with top schools, parks, recreation, offices, shopping, restaurants and outdoor recreation all just a few minutes away from pristine beaches.

Ranked the third best-selling master-planned community in America by RCLCO, Nocatee offers several neighborhoods with homes priced from the $200s to more than $1 million. To learn more about the Nocatee lifestyle, call 1-800-NOCATEE or visit nocatee.com.

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