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Jacksonville, FL 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Jacksonville
Jacksonville has plenty to do year round with many museums, beaches, and parks to visit. Active adults who want to relax or stay active and enjoy what Jacksonville has to offer.…
Jacksonville has plenty to do year round with many museums, beaches, and parks to visit. Active adults who want to relax or stay active and enjoy what Jacksonville has to offer. The weather doesn’t get too hot and the cost of living is low yet the city has plenty to offer. 55+ communities in Jacksonville are becoming more popular because of all it has to offer. Moreover Jacksonville has been ranked nationally as one of the best places to live.
Jacksonville Climate & Geography
Jacksonville temperatures can reach up to the low 90s in the summer and down to high 40s in the winter. However, Jacksonville residents don’t have to fear the intense heat waves that Florida is known for. Its mild summers and winters allow residents to enjoy all that Jacksonville has to offer. In fact, it is ranked as one of Florida's most pleasant places to live. Generally March, April, and November rank as the most pleasant months.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment in Jacksonville
With plenty of beaches, parks, and museums residents can choose between an active lifestyle and a relaxed one. Moreover, Jacksonville has been listed in 10 Best Value Destinations and 21 Supercool U.S Cities.
Jacksonville is home to many beautiful national and state parks including the Timucuan Preserve, Amelia Island State Park, and Little Talbot Island State Park .
Jacksonville is rich in culture and history and there are no shortage of entertainment options. Annual events include the Jacksonville Jazz Festival andSpringing the Blues. In addition, popular monthly art festivals are held in the downtown area. The Florida Theater, a historical movie palace, is located downtown. In addition, other famous theaters in Jacksonville include the Ritz Theater, the Times-Union Center for the Performing Art. Museums include the Cummer Museum of Arts and Gardens, the Museum of Contemporary Art-Jacksonville, as well as the Museum of Science and History, the LaVilla Museum.
Sports enthusiasts can attend games played by the local teams. Teams include the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, the Jacksonville Giants for basketball, and the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp for baseball.
Jacksonville Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Jacksonville falls below the national and state average. In addition, home prices are somewhat less expensive than the rest of Florida and nationally.
The state of Florida has attracted people to move there for its low tax rates. Sales taxes are 7 percent combined from Florida and Duval County taxes. Jacksonville takes up a large portion of Duval County, so Jacksonville properties are all county taxes. In general taxes in Jacksonville fall below national averages as well and remain similar to other counties in the state of Florida.
Health Care In Jacksonville
Residents of Jacksonville 55+ communities have a diverse array of health care options to choose from. Local hospital and medical centers including the St. Vincent’s HealthCare, Baptist Health, UF Health Jacksonville as well as Mayo Clinic Jacksonville. Services include specialties in cancer treatments, cardiac health, key medical research projects, and many more.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Jacksonville, there are no large communities, 2 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Jacksonville has 132 homes, the largest has 950 homes, and the average communities consists of 354 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Jacksonville. The most recent communities started in Jacksonville include RISE at Glen Kernan Park, Regency at EverRange, Everlake at Mandarin. There are also 5 communities in Jacksonville that offer new construction homes, including Everlake at Mandarin, RISE at Glen Kernan Park, Freedom at Arbor Mill.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Jacksonville. Approximately 83.3% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Everlake at Mandarin is a gated communities with 192 homes, and Sweetwater is another gated communities with 950 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Jacksonville stay on the market for around 332 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $452,954, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Regency at EverRange average around $714,839, while homes in Everlake at Mandarin average around $379,933.
23 communities near Jacksonville
349 homes near Jacksonville
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,129 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,815 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,388 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,891 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,623 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,901 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,914 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,132 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,701 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|1,921 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,948 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,709 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,685 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|1,921 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,027 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,554 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,726 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,248 sq ft
|Townhouse
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,891 sq ft
|House
Frequently Asked Questions
In Jacksonville, there are no large communities, 2 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Jacksonville has 132 homes, the largest has 950 homes, and the average communities consists of 354 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Jacksonville. The most recent communities started in Jacksonville include RISE at Glen Kernan Park, Regency at EverRange, Everlake at Mandarin. There are also 5 communities in Jacksonville that offer new construction homes, including Everlake at Mandarin, RISE at Glen Kernan Park, Freedom at Arbor Mill.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Jacksonville. Approximately 83.3% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Everlake at Mandarin is a gated communities with 192 homes, and Sweetwater is another gated communities with 950 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Jacksonville stay on the market for around 332 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $452,954, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Regency at EverRange average around $714,839, while homes in Everlake at Mandarin average around $379,933.
Jacksonville Area 55+ Housing Market Trends
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