Top 5 Reasons People Move to Northeast Florida

July 28, 2022

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With the help of the pandemic and the onset of work-from-home life, more people are moving to Northeast Florida than ever before. Simply drive through all the beautiful neighborhoods and see how special this area is. “Northeast Florida has it all! It provides the perfect setting to enjoy time with family and friends while providing plenty of opportunities to try new things,” shares Davidson Realty President, Sherry Davidson. 

 

1. Water

While living near the ocean is a dream for many, residents of Northeast Florida have the privilege of living just miles from the beach and have the added bonus of living close to the St. Johns River and Intracoastal waterways. This abundance of water provides countless opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. 

 

2. Weather

Alongside the beautiful beaches attracting people to Northeast Florida is the weather. While it gets colder than parts of South Florida, the average annual temperature is still 70 degrees in Jacksonville. Mild winters and balmy summers make Northeast Florida weather basically perfect. With an average of 221 sunny days per year, what more could you want?

 

3. Financial 

Your hard-earned money stretches further in Florida. As one of a handful of states in the United States with no state income tax or estate tax, living in Northeast Florida has many financial benefits. With so many communities and various housing options, finding a home that fits your budget is a breeze.  

 

4. Sports

If you are a sports fan, Northeast Florida is the place for you! Downtown Jacksonville is home to the Jacksonville Jaguars, Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, and Jacksonville Iceman. Travel south to Ponte Vedra Beach to visit The Tournament Players Club at Sawgrass, one of the world’s most renowned golf courses and home of the annual PGA tour stop, The Players Championship. Grab some friends and get some tickets, the sports scene is thriving in Northeast Florida. 

 

5. Location

Northeast Florida is uniquely located just a short drive away from many exciting and historic destinations. In just two hours, you can visit Orlando, to the south, or Savannah, to the north. Destinations like Charleston, Atlanta, Miami, and Tampa are ideal if you are looking for a fun road trip. 

 

It is clear to see that Northeast Florida is special. If you are interested in calling Northeast Florida home, call the real estate experts at Davidson Realty today at (904) 940-5000.

4 New Businesses in Northeast Florida You Need To Visit

June 30, 2022

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Northeast Florida is not only a wonderful place to live but an exceptional place to have a thriving business. New businesses are popping up all over town for residents to experience new and exciting establishments from restaurants to cycling studios. “The First Coast community is always ready to welcome new businesses to the area. With so many flourishing commercial areas and a lively community calendar, there are countless opportunities for businesses to succeed,” shares Davidson Realty President, Sherry Davidson. We’re sharing a few new businesses that are definitely worth checking out. 

 

Rukus St. Johns 

​​205 Bartram Market Drive Suite 160, St. Johns, Florida 32259

Get your cycle on at Rukus St. Johns! Located at Bartram Market, this new locally owned cycle studio brings motivation and high energy to your workouts. Right now Rukus is offering your first ride FREE and invite you to #CauseARukus with them in St. Johns! 

 

Stumpy’s Hatchet House

1719 North Main Street, Jacksonville, Florida 32206

Among the craft breweries, trendy restaurants, and cool shopping spots in Springfield, just north of downtown Jacksonville, you’ll find Stumpy’s – a hatchet house with giant games, beer, wine, and snacks. Stop by the next time you and your friends are looking for something special to do. 

 

World of Beer

5105 J Turner Butler Boulevard, Jacksonville, Florida 32216

After six years, World of Beer returns to Jacksonville! With more than forty draft beers and an additional 200-250 bottled and canned options, beer lovers will be in heaven. World of Beer is a great place to hang out with friends while enjoying a drink and partaking in a few of the items on their extensive menu. 

 

River and Fort 

12 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, Florida 32084

Meet River and Fort, the newest rooftop restaurant in the heart of St. Augustine, brought to you by the owners of River and Post in Riverside. Their second and third-floor rooftops are the perfect place to savor a good meal with friends and take in the historic sights of St. Augustine. 

 

The variety of new businesses in Northeast Florida is just part of what makes it the perfect place to live! If you are on the hunt for a new home along the First Coast that is nearby many of these great up-and-coming businesses, let our Davidson Realty team help by calling (904) 940-5000.

4 local communities to get excited about in 2020

December 26, 2019

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When I speak with customers who are relocating to the Jacksonville area, they are often overwhelmed by the choice of where to buy. That’s not surprising considering Jacksonville is the largest city in the continental U.S. by area.

 

Aside from choosing between the beaches, urban core, suburban communities and rural areas, there are many choices for neighborhoods. I’m always researching the up-and-coming and exciting new neighborhoods that would be great for buyers seeking a safe and high-quality place to live and work.

 

Here are some of our most exciting neighborhoods heading into 2020:

 

Wildlight

 

Location: Take exit 373 off I95 in Nassau County and head east. The Wildlight StoryCenter is located at 123 Tinker Street, Wildlight, FL 32097.

 

Why it’s great: This part of Nassau County is still pristinely untouched and absolutely breathtaking. Nearly half of Wildlight’s 24,000 acres will be reserved for conservation. Wildlight is often compared to Nocatee, a similar master-planned development to the south, however it will be almost twice as big (24,000 homes are planned). A wellness center, recreational amenities, hotel and town center are also planned.

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