Looks like we're going to Jacksonville. Does anyone have any info on areas to live or Not live... We have two elementary aged kids. Thanks

depends on what part of JAX your coming too...

Mayport or HITRON?

we are currently here and doing our second tour in this area.

Relax..you,re going to love jacksonville..i was in mayport..theres nice beaches..you want a family beach check out hanna park right next door to the naval base..want a little more people well jax and atlantic beach are not far..schools..and housing are a plenty...I sure you find a good place..check the paper.

also st.augustine is about a hr south..oldest city in the U.S..and a art lovers dream..history crafts ..quient restaurants..just bring money.... sc

We will be in Mayport.

Try around the Inter-Costal area near San Pablo Rd and Hodges. The Schools around there are real good and its not to far away from the base. The Jacksonville Beach and Neptune Beach areas are real nice also. I would avoid the Northside area.

Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Jax Beach. Just about anywhere on the east (ocean) side of the Intracoastal (Jagsfan, write 100 times on the blackboard: "I will not call the InTRAcoastal waterway the InTERcoastal"), Ponte Vedra if you can afford it, but chances are you can't.

Look very carefully before choosing Arlington, a lot of what looks like serene suburbia has gang activity. Many of the larger apartment complexes along the expressways leading to the beach have crime problems also.

The future of the Mayport ferry is up in the air, something to think about if you are looking on the other side of the river.

If you don't mind the commute Orange Park is a great area as well. Took about 30 min to get to work once they opened up 9A.

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Originally posted by jagsfan78:
Try around the Inter-Costal area near San Pablo Rd and Hodges. The Schools around there are real good and its not to far away from the base. The Jacksonville Beach and Neptune Beach areas are real nice also. I would avoid the Northside area.

I would echo this advice....only I would call it the intracoastal , but in all seriousness I was there for three years, living on hodges blvd and loved it ....not far from work, and great schools.

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Originally posted by YN2w00tw00t:
If you don't mind the commute Orange Park is a great area as well. Took about 30 min to get to work once they opened up 9A.

We use to go to the NAS Jax very frequently for CBP, from Clearwater. Orange Park seemed like a nice place to me too. A bit heavy on the traffic though during rush hours.

Don

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Originally posted by 21yrsUSCGUSCS:

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Originally posted by YN2w00tw00t:
If you don't mind the commute Orange Park is a great area as well. Took about 30 min to get to work once they opened up 9A.

We use to go to the NAS Jax very frequently for CBP, from Clearwater. Orange Park seemed like a nice place to me too. A bit heavy on the traffic though during rush hours. Also having the Navy base so close was a big plus.

Don

Yes that is true but it was a lot less to live and I didn't need to leave OP except for work and the beach. Also having NAS was a big plus.

Anyone know of any houses for sale or rent in the area?

Or even a trusted Realitor?

Realty Executives. The guy who owns this brance is a retired CWO(Bos'n). I rented from him for 3 year and never had a problem. His number is 904-220-8008, and his name is Tommy Moore.

try www.militarybuyowner.com they also have rentals.

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Originally posted by YN2w00tw00t:
If you don't mind the commute Orange Park is a great area as well. Took about 30 min to get to work once they opened up 9A.

My family said 295 is under major overhaul. I would avoid Orange Park unless you love backed up traffic. Also, the Sector just broke ground on a new facility being built on Blount Island. When that opens, a drive from Orange Park is going to be real long.

Its a good time to buy and the Jax market is great. I registered on Prudentials site and got a call a few hours later from an agent. I'm headed there too.

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Originally posted by Jehoash:

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Originally posted by YN2w00tw00t:
If you don't mind the commute Orange Park is a great area as well. Took about 30 min to get to work once they opened up 9A.

My family said 295 is under major overhaul. I would avoid Orange Park unless you love backed up traffic. Also, the Sector just broke ground on a new facility being built on Blount Island. When that opens, a drive from Orange Park is going to be real long.

I grew up in Orange Park and ole Blanding Blvd and intersection of I-295 is a parking lot during the morning/evening hours. ARGH!! St Johns County (East of St Johns River) is south of Mayport but a nice area.

Get ready for HUMIDITY! It SUCKS!

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Originally posted by Jehoash:
[QUOTE]Also, the Sector just broke ground on a new facility being built on Blount Island. When that opens, a drive from Orange Park is going to be real long.

Any idea when this is going to be complete?

You are going right where I grew up. Try looking around 32225 area. That will put you 5 minutes away just accross the new Wonderwood expressway. They pretty much built that for Mayport. If you want to go a little cheaper just start working your way west back down FT. Caroline rd. You shouldn't hit any traffic, Its right neer a major mall/shopping areas and a huge park/rec. area. You can also look back over the Dames Point Bridge (9A on your map.) Either way you will never hit any traffic. Good luck.

Can any of you help with my upcoming move to St. Marys, Georgia? (Kings Bay Navy Sub Base) I understand it's just over the FL/GA border. Need info on good neighborhoods, preschools, elementary schools.
Thanks.