Why Live in Jones Corner
Jones Corner in Auburndale offers a spacious residential area with a mix of midcentury and contemporary homes, ranging from 1960s ranch-style properties to newly constructed Craftsman builds. The neighborhood features wide lots and thick forests, giving it a rural feel while being close to the smaller city of Auburndale. Homes vary in size and price, with older two- and three-bedroom options and larger five-bedroom Colonial Revivals on 2-acre lots. The community is quiet, with minimal commercial activity, including only a local church, an elementary school, and a few businesses. Simmers-Young Park, the largest nearby park, offers team sports fields, a shaded playscape, a fishing lake, and a dog park. The nearby Marshall Hampton Reserve provides over 11 miles of trails and opportunities to spot local wildlife. While the local schools have mixed ratings, the area offers career academies and a magnet program. Shopping options within Jones Corner are limited to convenience marts and auto shops, but a short drive to U.S. Route 92 provides access to larger stores and popular eateries like The Pantry Modern Diner and Main Street Diner. Community events include the Auburndale Farmers Market, Auburndale CityFest, and the Wonderland of Lights. The area is car-dependent, with main roads connecting to U.S. Route 92 and the Polk Parkway toll road, and it's about 5 miles to Winter Haven Regional Airport and 15 miles to Lakeland Linder International Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jones Corner a good place to live?
Jones Corner is a good place to live. Jones Corner is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Jones Corner is a suburban neighborhood. Jones Corner has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.5 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $84,797 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 5.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Jones Corner are home owners, with 33.7% of residents renting and 66.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Jones Corner can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Jones Corner neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Jones Corner?
The median home price in Jones Corner is $396,920. If you put a 20% down payment of $79,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,060 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $88K a year to afford the median home price in Jones Corner. The average household income in Jones Corner is $85K.
What are the best public schools in Jones Corner?
The best public schools that serve Jones Corner are:
What are the best private schools in Jones Corner?
The best private schools that serve Jones Corner are:
- All Saints Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
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Are home prices dropping in Jones Corner?
Yes, home prices in Jones Corner are down 67% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Jones Corner, FL
On average, homes in Jones Corner, Auburndale sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Jones Corner, Auburndale over the last 12 months is $300,000, down 66% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$300,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$285,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$204
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median List Price
$396,920
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-66%