$371,316Average Value$222Average Price per Sq Ft38Homes For Sale
Rural living in the wilderness west of Jacksonville
For people who want to escape the sounds and fast-paced life of the city, Baker County's little community of Sanderson/Glen St. Mary may be the next move. "It's a nice, rural hidden gem that's warm and welcoming," says Cindy Oglesby, a Realtor with Southwest Realty Group, whose office is in the area. While indoor recreation and shopping are limited compared to nearby neighborhoods, the community makes up for it in thousands of acres of wilderness. "A lot of people enjoy the fact that you're near the forest for hunting, fishing, and camping," Oglesby says. Old brick buildings, including Glen St. Mary town hall and the volunteer fire station, line Glen Avenue, and oak trees with dangling Spanish moss grow along medians. Grassy landscapes and trails intertwined between pine trees can be found in nearby parks like Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park, home to one of Florida's most significant Civil War battles. Oglesby says Baker County is growing, and the area's natural beauty and small-town hospitality continue to draw buyers to the area.
Find lots large enough to bring all of your toys and animals in Glenn St. Mary and Sanderson.
You will be surrounded by woods and nature in Glen St. Mary and Sanderson.
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Homes with enough land for livestock
Sanderson/Glen St. Mary has a mixture of home styles. Mobile homes built between the 90s and mid-2010s range between $170,000 and $300,000; many sit on 5 to 10 acres of pastureland with enough space for horses and livestock. Farmhouses built in the 2020s range between $450,000 and $620,000 and have up to four bedrooms and long, open porches with French doors. Some homes feature their own pools or private ponds, and many properties have barbed-wire fences that connect to dirt roads flanked by tall, long-leaf pine trees. Several Ten to 20-acre lots located near county roads are also available to purchase and build on.
You will find a variety of architectural styles in Glen St. Mary and Sanderson.
You will find homes on large estate-sized lots in Glen St. Mary and Sanderson
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Tech ed learning at Baker County Senior High
Kids can start at Westside Elementary, which scores a B-plus on Niche, and continue to Baker County Middle, which receives a B-minus. The C-plus-rated Baker County Senior High is known for its career and technical education courses in horticulture, auto services and even 3-D game animation.
Baker County Senior High School supports approximately 1400 students.
Baker County Middle School serves approximately 1000 students.
Westside Elementary School serves approximately 600 students.
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Dirt biking and stargazing at St. Mary's Shoals Park
To live in Sanderson/Glen St. Mary is to love being outside. Oglesby says people enjoy riding horses and hiking at 2500-acre St. Mary's Shoals Park, which features several trails, pavilions, and almost 2 miles of turquoise river shoreline for people to fish or swim. A separate section of the park is designated for off-highway vehicles (OHV) like dirt bikes and four-wheelers, where park visitors can race through shallow banks of Cedar Creek under canopied live-oak trees. Locals can also visit Osceola National Forest, which occupies part of the Sanderson and Glen St. Mary community; Northeast Florida Astronomical Society (NEFAS) regularly holds night sky observation sessions at Sanderson Astronomy Lookout Point near National Forest Road.
Find wildlife surrounding you throughout Glen St. Mary and Sanderson.
Shoal's Park is full of trails for hiking as well as all-terrain vehicles.
Knabb Sports Complex is a short trip from Glen St. Mary to watch the family play.
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Local antique stores and major chains
Residents tend to grocery shop at Walmart or Winn-Dixie off I-10 or visit local vendors at Baker County Farmer's Market. Most people in the community like to cook at home, but when they want to venture out for burgers and Italian subs, George's restaurant is about 9 miles away. The beloved Franklin Mercantile has been in business since the early 1900s and offers antique furniture, pottery and even personalized Christmas tree ornaments to purchase. For big box retailers like JCPenney and T.J.Maxx, residents can drive about 25 miles on US-90 toward Lake City Mall.
Rachel's Farmhouse is a popular destination for everything from candles to craft materials.
Butter Garlic Pepper Parmesan wings are a Glen St. Mary favorite at The Coop.
The Coop is a short trip to enjoy your favorite wing choice.
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I-10 and Highway 90 provide convenient access to commute to Jacksonville or Tallahassee.
Thirty miles to Jacksonville, 50 to the beach
Oglesby says locals enjoy being secluded from bigger cities. However, they can still drive 30 miles to downtown Jacksonville via Interstate 10, which cuts through the Sanderson/Glen St. Mary's southern region. Running parallel to I-10, Highway 90 is another way to reach neighboring communities like Macclenny and Bryceville, and the coastline is about 50 miles away, making a day at the beach well within reach.
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Parks in this Area
Heritage Park Village
Knabb Sports Complex Playground
Macclenny Memorial Park
Piney Bay Hunting Club
Transit
Airport
Jacksonville International
69 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sanderson-Glen Saint Mary
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sanderson-Glen Saint Mary, Jacksonville sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sanderson-Glen Saint Mary, Jacksonville over the last 12 months is $448,336, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
10.01 Acres cleared land Lot 8 Broken Branch Farms Seller willing to Finance with 25% down. Monthly payments No interest $1,000 month 36 months with Balloon payment due end of 36 months for the balance
4 bedroom 3 bath home built in 2020 in a desirable location. Home has double door entrance to foyer with living/dining. Large family room with fireplace. Kitchen with eat in and oversize island. Double door entrance or exit to back porch. Front porch for late evenings and back porch for chilly evenings with a fireplace and a wet bar. Home has upgraded insulation.
A true Country Charmer! This nostalgic home offers a great setting for your family to call home. 1 Bedroom is located down stairs, and 2 up stairs, large Kitchen with Breakfast bar. Front and back porch to enjoy the evening sunsets. The home is surrounded by a canopy of oak trees consisting of approx 1.36 acres Come take a look, to see if this home fits the vision for your next HOME!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,084
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,473
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,916
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.1%
College Graduates
9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.5%
% Population in Labor Force
54.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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