Why Live in Lake Lucina
Lake Lucina in Jacksonville is a midcentury suburb known for its historical charm and practical location near Downtown Jacksonville, just across the St Johns River. The neighborhood, named after a small spring-fed lake, features quiet streets and a boulevard leading to Jacksonville University, about a mile north. Homes in Lake Lucina primarily consist of midcentury ranch styles built between the 1950s and 1970s, with many offering four bedrooms, three baths, and open layouts. The northeastern section, Fairways Forest, was once a golf course and now hosts homes priced between $300,000 and $450,000, while more affordable cinderblock residences to the west range from $150,000 to $300,000.
Residents have access to various retail and dining options at Lake Lucina Shopping Center on Merrill Road and along University Boulevard. Notable eateries include University Diner, J Lemon Pepper Fish & Chicken, and Mi Veracruz, which offers authentic Mexican cuisine. For recreation, families frequent the playground and basketball courts near Lucina Lake Elementary, Victory Park's tennis courts and soccer fields, and the Tree Hill Nature Center's hiking trails and petting zoo. The Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, located five miles east, provides expansive green spaces and interwoven trails.
Commuting is convenient with Matthews Bridge and Interstate 295 both about 2 miles away, and Jacksonville Transportation Authority offering bus services. The Arlington Road Boat Ramp allows for water travel, with the river leading to the Atlantic Ocean 15 miles east. The neighborhood also has a voluntary civic association, and residents can store private boats within their subdivisions.
Home Trends in Lake Lucina, FL
On average, homes in Lake Lucina, Jacksonville sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Lucina, Jacksonville over the last 12 months is $248,000, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$248,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$255,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$171,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$176
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Last 12 months Home Sales
104
Median List Price
$255,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%