Jacksonville/St. Johns River Shores

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Sections of the neighborhood have developed an overhanging canopy effect, with the branches of trees on opposite sides of the roadway interlocking high above and providing a shaded pathway for residents to drive and walk under. Beauclerc homes have proven to be a great investment with 34% of homes valued between $100,000 and $250,000 and 6 percent above $250,000. The area's larger lots translate into homes with more floor space and bigger yards, some encompassing more than half an acre. Though many homes date from the 1970's, most homeowners have steadily updated interiors, giving most properties a modern touch with few renovations needed. Home styles range from traditional to contemporary to colonial, the variety of architecture stemming from the many different builders who constructed homes over the years. Many houses feature brick construction. Beauclerc is centrally located to shopping areas; proximity to Interstate 295 allows residents access to many other parts of the city. The St. Johns River marks the neighborhood's border, so boating is one of the area's popular recreational outlets. A number of marinas dot the area, including the Epping Forest Yacht Club, a half-mile north of the neighborhood. The club's centerpiece is a beautiful Spanish Renaissance-style mansion, originally built by a DuPont family heir in 1927. Home buyers with children are attracted to the quality and proximity of local schools. Area students attend Beauclerc Elementary, Alfred DuPont Middle School and Wolfson High School. Beauclerc is also home to the Bolles School's San Jose campus founded in 1933. Beauclerc attracts a nice mixture of older and younger homeowners, is culturally diverse and gives residents a sense of place hard to find in other areas of the city.</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <A HREF="#jacksonvillest__johns_river_shores" TITLE="Jacksonville/St. Johns River Shores"><U><IMG SRC="31085140.jpg" border=0 width="133" height="20" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="mandarin"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Mandarin</B></div> <div> Just north of the St. Johns County line is the beginning of Mandarin. During the last decade, the Mandarin area has undergone the highest growth of any community in Jacksonville. Located at the southern end of Duval County with the St. Johns River as its eastern boundary, Mandarin is also one of the oldest areas of Jacksonville, and was settled before Jacksonville was founded. The community, home to almost every kind of business and service, had been a rural community until the end of the 1960's when developers began building homes. Now there are many types of residential neighborhoods, including some of Jacksonville's most affluent and the environs are marked by huge oaks and sizeable estates. Highway 13 leads through the heart of Mandarin, intersecting with I-295, making access to other areas of the city convenient. In spite of rapid development, the Mandarin Community Club works diligently to maintain the integrity of the community through preservation, education and community service</div> <bR> <div> Bordered by the Beauclerc area to the north, Julington Creek to the south and the St. Johns River to the west, Mandarin has been a popular family-oriented community for more than 20 years.  Just north of the St. Johns County line is the beginning of Mandarin. During the last decade, the Mandarin area has undergone the greatest growth of any community in Jacksonville. Located at the southern end of Duval County with the St. Johns River as its eastern boundary, Mandarin is also one of the oldest areas of Jacksonville, having been settled before Jacksonville was founded. The community, home to almost every kind of business and service, had been a rural community until the end of the 1960's, when developers began building homes. Now throughout the area are many types of residential neighborhoods, including some of Jacksonville's most affluent. The area is marked by huge oaks and sizeable estates. Highway 13 leads through the heart of Mandarin, intersecting with I-295, making access to other areas of the city a breeze. In spite of rapid development, the Mandarin Community Club works diligently to maintain the integrity of the community. The entire community is viewed as maintaining or increasing its value.</div> <bR> <div> Primarily rural until the end of the 1960's when developers discovered this area, Mandarin has grown steadily since. The Mandarin Community Club works diligently to maintain the community's architectural integrity. Mandarin is rich in history, and for years different preservation groups have sought to maintain that history either in family holdings, trunks, church and school archives or through Mandarin Community Club involvement. Mandarin homes range from estates on the St. Johns River to small country homes with stables. </div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <A HREF="#jacksonvillest__johns_river_shores" TITLE="Jacksonville/St. Johns River Shores"><U><IMG SRC="31085140.jpg" border=0 width="133" height="20" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></U></A></div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="san_jose"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#003366" FACE="Arial" ><B>San Jose</B></FONT></div> <div> Born of the Florida land boom in 1925 on the eastern bank of the St. Johns River, San Jose Estates was the an ambitious land development in North Florida. Hotels, a yacht club, shopping center, schools, country club and hundreds of houses were planned.  By late 1926, all construction had ceased because of the Great Depression.  Only one hotel, the country club and 31 houses were built.  Today, the San Jose Hotel is now the private Bolles School, the development's administration building has become San Jose Episcopal Church and the site of the never-built second hotel became  Epping Forest, now a yacht club surrounded by upscale properties. Only San Jose Country Club still functions as it did then. </div> <bR> <div> In 1985, the remaining San Jose Estates structures were listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Many other architectural styles have found a home in San Jose, giving it an eclectic appeal, with a wide range of residential sizes and prices, as well. Houses start at an average of $95,000 and can reach over $1 million. Contributing to the community's good looks and overall allure are its sweeping trees and many parks, some quite large. Because of the area's excellent schools, San Jose is an ideal neighborhood for young families with children. Still, many couples stay in their large houses even after the children are gone because of their attachment to the community. The centralized location is minutes from downtown or Southpoint and well within a half-hour of Jacksonville's beaches. Fine restaurants and good shopping, including several large antique malls, add to San Jose's appeal. </div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <A HREF="#jacksonvillest__johns_river_shores" TITLE="Jacksonville/St. Johns River Shores"><U><IMG SRC="31085140.jpg" border=0 width="133" height="20" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></U></A></div> <div> <B> <A NAME="timuquanavenetia"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Timuquana/Venetia</B></div> <div> With an area along one of the most scenic stretches of the St. Johns River, the Venetia and Timuquana area is a little bit of heaven. </div> <div> Southeast of Ortega off Roosevelt Boulevard and bordered by the river and Timuquana Country Club, the Westside communities have beautiful vistas galore. </div> <div> The private country club (where PGA Tour golfer David Duval's father Bob was once head pro) is a buffer from the hustle and bustle of the Jacksonville Naval Air Station, while the Timuquana Yacht Club also provides rest and relaxation on the river for its members. </div> <div> The homes are older but beautifully kept, with manicured expansive lawns. While you might be able to find a house in the nearby area for less, most are in the multi-hundred thousands. On the river, of course, prices can reach $1 million-plus. </div> <div> Venetia students are served by many excellent schools, including Venetia Elementary, which scored an A in the 2002 Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test.</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <A HREF="#jacksonvillest__johns_river_shores" TITLE="Jacksonville/St. Johns River Shores"><U><IMG SRC="31085140.jpg" border=0 width="133" height="20" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></U></A></div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>