| Founded in 1821, Jacksonville, (named after Andrew Jackson) is a metropolitan center of over one million people with a very diverse culture with something for just about everyone. Jacksonville is a coastal community of neighborhoods as unique as the people
who live in them. From luxury condo high-rises, to grand historic homes, to custom-built new communities in every style imaginable, you are sure to find a place for you to feel at home. Two notable geographic distinctions are the St. Johns River, the only river in the United States that flows south to north, and the fact that Jacksonville has the largest land mass of any US city. Because of the abundance of land and a robust economy Jacksonville has attracted commercial and residential developers from all over the country who have provided some of the most affordable homes and real estate in Florida. Outdoor activities abound, with 68 miles of Atlantic Ocean coastline, 300 miles of river and every imaginable typography in-between. Add to that our year-round fantastic climate and our low cost of living - Jacksonville is the most affordable city in Florida - and there's no wonder why this region keeps growing. With a bevy of top companies to choose from and new ones moving into the community daily, Jacksonville offers ample employment opportunities, has an attractive real estate market, and a world class climate.
Cultural treats in Jacksonville include the gloriously kitschy Florida Theatre. Painstakingly restored to its 1920s grandeur, it has earned a spot on the national register of historical places, probably due to the fact that it is where Elvis Presley made his first stage appearance. Classical music fans should check out the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra while jazz lovers are treated to one of the worlds largest free jazz events, the three-day Jacksonville Jazz Festival, in Metropolitan Park. For those interested in the fine arts there is the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Cummer´s unique character is enhanced by three formal gardens surrounding the institution and is a must see for any Jacksonville visitor or resident.
If you have been considering a move to Florida you should know that there has never been a better time. With an abundance of homes for sale and so much to offer Jacksonville is the place to be. Search for homes for sale in Jacksonville here.
Jacksonville is the county seat for Duval County. The community is in the Eastern Standard time zone.
The latitude of Jacksonville is 30.331N. The longitude is -81.655W.
The estimated population, in 2003, was 773,781. Check the links below for a close up look at some of the individual neighborhoods that make up Jacksonville | | |
