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Fort Caroline Shores

Fort Caroline Shores

Suburban Neighborhood in Jacksonville, Florida

Duval County 32225

$477,424 Average Value
$225 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Bewteen downtown and the beach

Fort Caroline Shores is named after the nearby historic Fort Caroline National Memorial and the marshy rivers touching waterfront homes. "The community is a very well-kept secret in the city. I grew up in Jacksonville, and when searching for a new home, I knew that this was it!" says Kirk Killebrew, broker of Killebrew and Company Realty. "Fort Caroline Shores is centrally located, with close proximity to the beaches and not too far from downtown." The neighborhood shares space with vast nature preserves to the north. Inside the subdivisions, oak trees reach above houses, casting shadows on front lawns.

Many single family homes in Fort Caroline Shores have river access.
Many single family homes in Fort Caroline Shores have river access.
Nice largeg drivways can be found in nthe larger ranches.
Nice largeg drivways can be found in nthe larger ranches.
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A part of a 46,000-acre preserve

The northern section of Fort Caroline Shores is home to the Theodore Roosevelt Area Timucuan Ecological Historic Preserve. "The park is in fact a part of the larger Timucuan Ecological Preserve, a 46,000-acre national park that reaches up near Nassau County's coastal estuaries. The Fort Caroline area is the focal point of the preserve," says Josh Salestrom, a Fort Caroline Visitor Center park ranger who lives in the community. "There's a museum with a ranger program discussing the history of the site and hiking trails to get out into nature. People can also walk their dogs on a leash. It's a wonderful place and one of the few places to get out into Old Florida." Salestrom also says that the Theodore Roosevelt Area has a range of wildlife, from mosquitoes and waterbirds to the occasional black bear sighting. Just outside the neighborhood is Ed Austins Regional Park, with a disc golf course and dog park. Locals may also play a round on the 18-hole course at Hidden Hills Golf Club.

At The Theodore Roosevelt Area of the Timucuan Preserve you can hike the trails.
At The Theodore Roosevelt Area of the Timucuan Preserve you can hike the trails.
The Sign Welcoming Residents to Fort Caroline National Memorial
The Sign Welcoming Residents to Fort Caroline National Memorial
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A range of midcentury and contempoarary

According to Killebrew, Fort Caroline Shores has established homes built on larger plots of land than the rest of Arlington. Most residences range in size from 1,500 to over 3,000 square feet. The community includes several ranch and midcentury styles. Tudor Revivals and contemporary waterfront homes situated further from the streets offer a layer of privacy. Properties have a higher value compared to the city's metro area. Buyers can expect homes to leave the market between $400,000 and $800,000 on average. Many homes have a moderate risk of flooding due to the surrounding marshland.

Big and beautiful ranch home can be found in Fort Caroline shores.
Big and beautiful ranch home can be found in Fort Caroline shores.
Many homes built on brick foundations can be found in Fort Caroline Shores.
Many homes built on brick foundations can be found in Fort Caroline Shores.
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Shopping in Arlington

The Fort Caroline Shores is primarily residential, and locals head just outside the community for retail and dining options. Following Monument Road leads to many of East Arlington's commercial spaces. Cobblestone Plaza has a Publix for grocery shopping. Across the street are a handful of local restaurants, like Cliff's Bar and Grill. "Aside from the standard chain restaurants, there's Matt Italian Cuisine and Sashimi Fusion. But people also go to Mayport for Singletons Seafood Shack and Safe Harbor," Salestrom says.

Matt's Italian Cuisine offers Fort Caroline Shores residents deicious options.
Matt's Italian Cuisine offers Fort Caroline Shores residents deicious options.
Fort Caroline Shores residents can head over to Publix Supermarket for their groceries.
Fort Caroline Shores residents can head over to Publix Supermarket for their groceries.
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Students attend school outside the community

Students attend Sabal Palm Elementary on Kernan Boulevard, which has a B-plus grade from Niche. Landmark Middle receives a B-minus and offers academic programs emphasizing STEM and performing arts. The public school also caters to children with visual and hearing impairments. Sandalwood High, which earns a B-plus, provides early college courses and academies for culinary arts, information technology, and fine arts, as well as an award-winning AFJROTC program.

Sabel Palm Elementary strives to give their students the best education .
Sabel Palm Elementary strives to give their students the best education .
Landmark Middle School take s pride in the quality of their education.
Landmark Middle School take s pride in the quality of their education.
Sandalwood High School serves students in 9th grade through 12th grade.
Sandalwood High School serves students in 9th grade through 12th grade.
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Close to Interstate 295

Fort Caroline Shores is less than 10 miles from the beaches and 15 miles from downtown. Interstate 295 awaits five miles away, taking residents to the rest of Jacksonville.

There are a few bus routes running close to the Fort Caroline Shores neighborhood
There are a few bus routes running close to the Fort Caroline Shores neighborhood
The I-295 beltway runs just a few miles away making commute easy.
The I-295 beltway runs just a few miles away making commute easy.
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History off the shore

A few miles north is the Fort Caroline National Memorial. The space was once a French settlement dating back to the 16th century. Today, it serves as a dedicated exhibit showcasing how people interacted with the nearby environment throughout history.

Two Visitors at the Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve
Two Visitors at the Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve
Many Fort Caroline Shores enjoy taking in the nature in one of the covered picnic areas.
Many Fort Caroline Shores enjoy taking in the nature in one of the covered picnic areas.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Jacksonville International

33 min drive

Bus

Mccormick Rd. & Long Leaf Pine Wy.

Bus

Mccormick Rd. & Mccormick Woods Dr.

Bus

Mt. Pleasant Rd. & W Pleasant Point Ln.

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Fort Caroline Shores US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$497,000
Median Single Family Price
$495,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$225
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Months of Supply
0.80
Median List Price
$495,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,204
Median Year Built
1987
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,128
Above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,117

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,912
Median Age
45
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$105,876
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$110,932

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.5%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
37.8%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.2%
% Population in Labor Force
67%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

3 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

12 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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