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Sometimes dry lake in northwest Tallahassee
The lush, swampy neighborhood of Lake Jackson centers around a 7.5-mile-long, sometimes dry waterway of the same name. The lake is shallow, with an average depth of 6 feet, and it has had more than a dozen dry-down events since 1829. But this quiet northwest Tallahassee neighborhood also has open green space, fishing areas and houses near the lake that are cheaper than other waterfront properties. “The lake used to be really big and really nice, and it went through a period when it drained. It naturally does that. It’s kind of filling in now, but it’s not all the way filled in,” says Audrey Nedeau, real estate broker with Suite Real Estate, LLC in Tallahassee.
A love of fishing brings folks from around Tallahassee to the many landings around Lake Jackson.
The beauty and serenity of Lake Jackson can be seen for miles.
Lake Jackson is a beautiful place to live, play, and enjoy your new life in Tallahassee.
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Outdoor recreation, whether Lake Jackson is full or not
Whether or not the lake has water, people use it for recreation. At Jackson View Park, people walk through the grass and enjoy wide-open vistas. Kids play on the playground and people stroll along the wooden docks with their dogs. When there’s water, people fish and put their boats in the lake. The Lake Jackson Mounts Archaeological State Park features wooded hiking trails and six out of seven known Native American temple mounds from centuries ago. Dogs run freely at the fenced-in Leon County Dog Park, which connects to J. Lee Vause Park, with its playground, wooded pathways and picnic areas.
Whether you want to launch your boat or just slow down, Lake Jackson is the perfect location.
Enjoy beautiful Florida weather at Lake Jackson area parks.
Outdoor fun awaits at the many parks located around Lake Jackson.
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Grassy home lots in subdivisions
Lake Jackson is where people move if they want a home near the lake for not a lot of money, says Nedeau. “It’s mostly older homes on the northwest side of Tallahassee and a little more affordable,” she says. “You can live not too far from lake and be able to afford something and maybe have a little bit of acreage.” Single-family homes, like ranch-style houses, contemporary homes and traditional builds, sit within subdivisions with association fees for maintenance. Some houses have views of the lake, which is so shallow that it sometimes looks like it’s just a marsh. Home prices range from $150,000 for an older townhouse to $850,000 for a modern house near the water.
A modern house is a local landmark that sits on the bank of Lake Jackson.
Beautifully remodeled ranch style homes are a common theme throughout the Lake Jackson area.
Rows of newly built homes can be found throughout the neighborhoods of Lake Jackson.
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Stores along U.S. Highway 27 like Publix and Walmart
Lake Jackson has a country feel, but it’s also minutes away from all amenities like supermarkets and service businesses. Retailers like Starbucks, Walgreens and Walmart Supercenter sit along U.S. Highway 27, and so does Publix, a Florida institution. Neighbors can eat fresh fish inside the dining room at Wahoo Seafood Grill while listening to live music, order concrete mixers through the drive-thru window at the nearby Culver’s and drink sweet tea from Chick-fil-A. The Centre of Tallahassee mall sits along Highway 27. Neighbors go to the mall’s movie theater and peruse the bookshelves at Barnes & Noble.
The Lake Jackson Trading Post has long been a local favorite spot for shopping and dining.
Fresh 4 Less is a local grocery store with fresh produce and meats in Lake Jackson.
North Monroe St., also known as US 27, is a major highway that runs through Lake Jackson.
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Leon High School, the oldest public high school in Florida
Kids in Lake Jackson can attend Leon County Schools, a public school district serving Tallahassee and the surrounding area. Neighborhood schools include Canopy Oaks Elementary School, Augusta Raa Middle School and Leon High School. Leon, which has an A rating from Niche, is the oldest public high school in Florida. Canopy Oaks is rated B-plus by Niche, and Raa is rated B.
Canopy Oaks Elementary School is loved by the students in Lake Jackson.
Augusta Raa Middle School is one option for your kids in Lake Jackson
Leon High School recieved an A from the school grading website Niche.
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Interstate 10 runs east-west through the panhandle
Interstate 10 runs south of the neighborhood, linking it to Jacksonville and points west in the Florida panhandle. Downtown Tallahassee is about 20 minutes away, and Tallahassee International Airport is a 25-minute drive.
The I-10 corridor runs east and west from Jacksonville to Pensacola and beyond.
North Monroe St., also known as US 27, is a major highway that runs through Lake Jackson.
Shopping and dining establishments are plentiful along North Monroe St.
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Parks in this Area
Stoneler Road County Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Elinor Klapp-Phipps Park
Soccer
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Fred George Greenway and Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Indian Mounds State Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Parking Lot
Rohden Cove Landing Park
Boating
Camping
Fishing
Forest Meadows Park and Pool
Pool
Sunset Boat Landing
Jackson View Landing
Canopy Oaks Park
Transit
Airport
Tallahassee International
21 min drive
Bus
N Monroe Street And Mc Kee Road
Bus
N Monroe Street & Walmart
Bus
N Monroe Street And Wiggington Road
Bus
Fred George Road And Old Bainbridge Road
Bus
N Monroe Street And Talpeco Road
Bus
N Monroe Street And Sessions Road
Bus
N Monroe Street And Okeeheepkee Road
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lake Jackson
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lake Jackson Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lake Jackson, Tallahassee sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Jackson, Tallahassee over the last 12 months is $297,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
12,673
Median Age
40
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,585
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,923
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
46.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.2%
% Population in Labor Force
66.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
59''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
22/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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