Jacksonville

Jacksonville, located in Duval County, is situated along the northeast section of the state and accessible through Jacksonville International Airport as well as the interstate highway system and an Amtrak station.
With an average annual temperature that hovers between the 50’s and 80’s, numerous spectator sports, water activities and a low cost of living (more than 6% lower than the national average), people of all ages have found Jacksonville is a great place to live.

The sports industry is quite strong in Jacksonville, home to the NFL Jaguars as well as the TPC golf tournament as well as the PGA Tour located in close proximity. The Mug Race sailing regatta also makes an appearance in Jacksonville while more than 50 golf courses catering to all skill levels have earned Jacksonville the title of golfers paradise.

Home buyers will find they have a multitude of choices including traditional family homes located on oak lined streets as well as more luxurious homes situated along the Atlantic Ocean. Architectural styles tend to vary as well. Everything from quaint turn of the century Victorian charmers to spicy Spanish haciendas can be found in Jacksonville. The average home price in Jacksonville is quite affordable at just $124,000. This is definitely good news as real estate prices in other Florida cities continue to climb higher and higher.

Numerous educational opportunities exist in the greater Jacksonville area including opportunities to pursue undergraduate degrees as well as doctorates. 16 colleges and universities are located within close proximity, offering a wide range of degrees including doctorate and law degrees. Major colleges and universities in the area include Jacksonville University, University of North Florida, Florida Community College at Jacksonville, Flagler College and Florida Coastal School of Law.

Numerous annual cultural events, such as the Jazz Festival and Spring Music Fest, provide the opportunity to enjoy the relaxing way of life in Jacksonville year round. Jacksonville has also become home of the Jacksonville Film Festival, featuring numerous independent films and documentaries. As the event has grown in popularity, more and more well known film stars have begun to attend the event. Several museums are also located within in the greater Jacksonville area, including the Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art and Museum of Science and History. The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens features an extensive collection of both American and European paintings in addition to some fine pieces of Meissen porcelain.

Along the waterfront residents and visitors will find an active nightlife as well as numerous opportunities to shop along the Jacksonville Landing shopping center and Riverwalk.

 
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