Almost thirty years ago, some clever
marketing people dubbed Jacksonville (Duvall County) the Bold New City of the
South. Now, the world is discovering what area residents have
always known ... this is a great place for families to live, to
work and to play.
The Bold New City title
originally celebrated the adoption of a consolidated form of
government that provides citizens with common services throughout
the city and county. In addition to the obvious tax savings, the
move also turned Jacksonville into the nation's largest city in
terms of square miles. Add the local tax savings to Florida's zero
state income tax and you'll find one of the primary reasons both
businesses and the population in general choose this area to call
home. It's affordable!
No matter what your neighborhood
preference, chances are your future Jacksonville home will be on
or near water. White sand Atlantic Ocean beaches, oak-lined St.
Johns River shores, the boating Intracoastal Waterway paradise,
plus numerous lakes, ponds and lagoons have made "waterfront
property" a common phrase.
Neighborhoods and housing styles
are as varied as people's tastes in lifestyle. If you've yearned
for a turn-of-the-century Victorian, you'll be enchanted with the
historic Avondale and Ortega areas. Spanish charm emanates from
the architecture and landmarks found in San Marco and San Jose.
Moss-draped ancient oaks provide the backdrop for the new and
restored homes in the Mandarin area. These are but a few of the
distinctive communities that make up the Bold New City.
