Callahan, FL Homes for Rent

Callahan is a quaint neighborhood in Nassau County known for its historical significance as the birthplace of one of Florida's first train depots. The area features decades-old boutiques with white-fenced porches, brick churches with steeples, and a bright red train car next to the West Nassau Museum of History. Residents gather annually for the Railroad Day Festival. The landscape transitions from downtown to rural farmland, offering homes with ample space for raising chickens or goats. Housing options include renovated early 2000s mobile homes, early 2000s ranch-style homes with brick and stucco exteriors, and New Traditional houses built in the 2020s, each offering varying acreage and amenities. Callahan Intermediate and Callahan Middle are highly rated schools serving the neighborhood. Ewing Park, with its walking trail, playground, and sports courts, and Callahan Ball Park, home to Callahan Little League, are key attractions. Local dining favorites include Callahan BBQ and Cedar River Seafood, while shopping needs are met at Winn-Dixie and Family Dollar, 6 miles away in Callahan Plaza. The neighborhood hosts events like the Callahan Christmas Parade and Craft Fair and the Callahan Community Market. Major highways US 1 and 301 intersect in town, providing access to nearby communities and a 25-mile drive to downtown Jacksonville. The crime rate in Callahan is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal for those seeking a quieter lifestyle.