Neighborhoods
LI VE
Duval County
Estimated Population 966,858 (2020)
Area 918 square miles
Duval County and the city of Jacksonville have many different neighborhoods which makes it one of the most varied areas of the First Coast. Since Jacksonville is the largest city in the United States land mass-wise, we have broken down the areas of the city into North, West, South and the Beaches. Each area has its own smaller neighborhoods and communities. From family-friendly suburbs, to a bustling downtown, Duval County will have a neighborhood perfect for you. DUVAL-BEACHES If you’re looking for a casual, yet lively area, the Beaches may be the perfect place for you. This area encompasses Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, Jacksonville Beach and Mayport. These coastal neighborhoods offer beachfront properties including cute beach bungalows as well as sprawling oceanfront homes. Neptune Beach covers a small area of 2.5 square miles and is the youngest and
smallest of the beach communities.
the community has parks with walking
Even though the area is smaller, there
and biking trails, as well as many
is an air of tranquility preserved with
outdoor events throughout the year.
beautiful sandy beaches perfect for
Jacksonville Beach is a lively area;
shell gathering and bird watching.
filled with restaurants, bars and clubs
Neptune Beach is also known for
boasting some great nightlight and
an attractive downtown area with
entertainment with an amazing view
boutiques, shops, and restaurants
of the beach within walking distance.
with a love for the local arts and
Known for their delicious Mayport
culture. Filled with single-family
shrimp, the fishing village of Mayport
homes, Atlantic Beach is a mainly
is one of the oldest in the county.
N i c kna mes for Ja c ksonv ille i n c lu de: Ja x, B ol d City, R iver C i ty, Du v a l, T h e 9 04 , J-Ville
residential area. For outdoor lovers, www.heritagepublishinginc.com
19
