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A midcentury community in Northwest Jacksonville
Inspired by the woodland home of the fictional outlaw Robin Hood, Sherwood Forest has appropriately named streets inspired by the old English tale. Littlejohn Road, Chivalry Drive, Castle Boulevard and Arrowsmith Road are a few whimsical names of the residential roadways. Sherwood is a midcentury neighborhood platted in the early 1900s but developed in the 1960s to 1970s. To the east is the Osceola Forest section of the community, with more established homes, time-honored restaurants and riverfront views. "Sherwood Forest is a bit more modern than the neighboring Osceola Forest. The area is in a great location. There are plenty of nearby resources, highways and nice-sized lots. The spacious yards are another reason people will often choose to live here," says George Barnes, the broker of George A. Barnes Realty.
Ranch style homes are plentiful for residents to choose from in Sherwood Forest.
Newer communities can be found in Sherwood Forest offering the perfect home for your family.
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Homes with backyard river views and new constructions
Trout River Boulevard has some of the most established properties in Sherwood Forest. "Some families tend to prefer the midcentury charm of these homes and the spacious yards. Children can play outside, or you can grill in the nice weather," Barnes says. A few of these riverfront homes have backyard docks that provide access to the marshes. On average, homes enter the market between $150,000 to $300,000. Buyers can find modest-sized homes from the last five years peppered among more established residences, such as inside Timber Oak subdivision, costing between $225,000 to $325,000. "The area is on the rise," says Realtor Ardel Jones with Dream Big Realty of Jax LLC. "A buyer will be able to move here and purchase a home for less money that has the potential to be worth more in the future."
Find homes with private docks in Sherwood Forest.
Sherwood Forest residents can find modern ranch homes throughout the community.
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Taking to nearby rivers and outdoor spaces
The community is situated between Trout River to the north and Ribault River to the south. Locals navigate these waterways to reach the St. Johns River, the heart of Jacksonville's fishing and boating lifestyle. Locals visit Charles "Boobie" Clark Park during the summer. Once called Sherwood Forest Park, the space was renamed in honor of a local professional football player. Today, the grounds contain tennis courts and a baseball diamond. The Lonnie C. Miller Regional Park, spread across 125 acres, features a playground, walking paths and the Bob Hayes Sports Complex, often used for youth athletics.
Find home in the waterfront properties of Sherwood Forest.
Let the kids play at one of many parks in Sherwood Forest.
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Sherwood Forest has access to several commercial corridors
Driving along Soutel Drive leads to commercial plazas, Sherwood Town Center and The Shoppes of Norfolk. Locals may also head less than five miles away to Harveys Supermarket on Edgewood Avenue or the Save A Lot on Lem Turner Road. This area of Jacksonville includes several corner shops and convenience stores like Soutel Food Mart and the centrally located Prime Time Food Store. The Pig Bar-B-Q opened in 1955, offering seafood and barbecue with a southern-style flare. Nearby is the Trout River Food Park, a recent addition to North Jacksonville's dining scene. After sunset, patrons gather at The New Triangle, a modest bar with pool tables and karaoke nights on Fridays.
Harvey's Supermarket is a Sherwood Forest staple to replenish resident's pantries.
Sherwood Forest offers residents a variety of shopping locations.
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Updated schools in the neighborhood
In 2023, Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary opened a $43 million facility that replaced an aging building that had stood for over 60 years. The elementary school combined the student populations of nearby elementary schools to better meet the community's needs. The school has a B-minus grade from Niche. Jean Ribault Middle and Jean Ribault High receive C-minus grades. The high school was recently leveled to make room for a new building. High schoolers will attend classes inside the middle school until construction is complete.
Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School boasts a B- rating according to Niche.
The entrance to the Jean Ribault High School.
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Getting around the community
Traveling is often concentrated along Lem Turner Road and New Kings Road. The public bus route runs along major thoroughfares, but most locals opt to drive their cars to get around the city. Interstate 295 is nearby, which offers access to the rest of Jacksonville and Interstate 95. Locals can find healthcare facilities, such as Baptist Emergency, 5 miles away and several medical centers to the east. Sherwood Forest has many houses of worship, including First New Zion Missionary Baptist Church and Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness.
Convenient access to 295 gives Sherwood Forest residents convenient access to the city.
New Kings Road is a main thoroughfare allowing you t commute to and from the rest of the city.
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Crime
The community has a CAP Index crime score of 6, compared to the national average of 4. The higher-than-average score is due to the prevalence of violent crimes in the area. Jacksonville Sheriff's Office initiatives, such as crime walks within the community, aim to mitigate future offenses.
JSO substations being close by gives Sherwood Forest residents a sense of security.
New Kings Road is a main thoroughfare allowing you t commute to and from the rest of the city.
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Parks in this Area
Lonnie C Miller Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Yancy Park
Charles Clark Community Center
Elizabeth R. Powell Park
Forestview Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Beverly Hills Park
Transit
Airport
Jacksonville International
21 min drive
Bus
Soutel Dr. & Ridge Blvd
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Devonshire Blvd. & Portsmouth Ave.
Bus
5540 Moncrief Rd W
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Devonshire Blvd. & Doncaster Ave.
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Norfolk Blvd. & Soutel Dr.
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9104 Devonshire Blvd.
Bus
Soutel Hub
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.221 Reviews
3.0Niche User
5/30/2015Niche Review
The crime is sort of bad, it could be a lot better.
3.0Niche User
5/31/2015Niche Review
More healthcare and health center options would be nice
3.0Niche User
5/30/2015Niche Review
There is not an abundance of stores around. there is one big store which is Winn-Dixie, several family dollars and a few convenience stores. The stores are not bad, but could be better.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sherwood Forest
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sherwood Forest, Jacksonville sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sherwood Forest, Jacksonville over the last 12 months is $172,102, down 15% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
9,066
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,086
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,625
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.2%
College Graduates
21.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.9%
% Population in Labor Force
52.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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