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One of Jacksonville's Beach communities
Atlantic Beach, a North Florida community, showcases a relaxed outdoor lifestyle and a lively commercial district between the brackish Intracoastal Waterway and the coastline. "We like to get on our bikes and ride down the beach. Everyone is out walking or riding a bike," says Terris Bennett, an Atlantic Beach resident and Realtor with KW Commercial Atlantic Partners. "You will barely see a local driving a car. You can go to a restaurant, stop at a bar or go to a little shop all in one day. And it's Super family-friendly." Although Atlantic Beach is its own city, it is also a part of Jacksonville Beaches, known locally as "The Beaches."
"For the most part, Atlantic Beach is a bedroom community with a lot of oceanfront properties. It's an older community with quaint beach bungalows. Some people are renovating these homes or creating new constructions," Bennett says. Adding to the beachfront area are top-rated schools and a local golfing hot spot, Atlantic Beach Country Club.
Welcome to the Atlantic Beach neighborhood in Florida.
Atlantic Beach offers oceanside living for beach lovers.
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Locals enjoy wetlands, sand and park spaces
Atlantic Beach showcases 2 miles of shoreline with 14 access points along the coast. The city offers paid permits for locals who wish to light a cozy fire on the beach during the winter. Further inland awaits more recreational opportunities. To the far west is Dutton Island Preserve, where kayakers can launch off marshy banks to explore the channels of the Intracoastal. The preserve is a prime spot for fishing and admiring sunset views. Pet owners can socialize in the afternoon at Atlantic Beach Dog Park while athletic residents play pickleball and tennis at Donner Park. "Jack Russell Park is next to the Atlantic Beach Police Station. The park has baseball games and a Sunday farmers market," Bennett says.
Go fishing or kayaking along the water at the Dutton Island Preserve.
There is nothing better than spending the weekend by the ocean in Atlantic Beach.
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Living in a cozy bungalow or a brand new beach house
Like most coastal towns, houses closer to the ocean generally come with a higher price tag. "If you're looking west of Seminole Road but east of Mayport, you may be able to get something small, in the lower $700,000s or a townhome in the high $400,000s," Bennett says. "Anything east of Seminole will be over $1 million." Some of the largest homes in the area list for upwards of $3 million. Bennett says that many older homes have been replaced with new, larger constructions. "From an investment standpoint, there's increasingly more opportunity for flipping a property. Atlantic Beach doesn't allow Airbnbs, so there is a minimum three-month rental period," Bennett explains. Although the community consists of mostly single-family residences, there are a few available apartment buildings. Beaches Habitat for Humanity is committed to building over 40 townhouse units to bring more affordable housing to the area.
You can find beautiful new construction sprinkled throughout Atlantic Beach.
You will find homes with classic southern porches to enjoy your morning coffee.
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Community events celebrating a beachy lifestyle
The community has hosted The Beaches Tour of Homes for the past few years, showcasing the area's diverse architecture. Bennett says the event is a fundraiser for the Town Center. "There is also the BTCA Golf Classic in April and Dancin' in the Streets in May." For over 35 years, Dancin' in the Streets has been an annual festival with live music and local food vendors crowding the Town Center.
Residents love to visit the Atlantic Beach Farmer's Market.
Atlantic Beach Arts Market is a coop that supports more than 200 local artists.
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Atlantic Blvd. leads to the Town Center
Atlantic Boulevard is a busy thoroughfare brimming with retail plazas and shopping centers. Here, shoppers can reach Publix Super Market and national pharmacies. At the end of Atlantic Boulevard is Beaches Town Center, one of North Florida's prime retail and dining districts. Locals can shop at storefronts or sit down for a meal. Ocean Resort and Spa anchors this vibrant beach hot spot. Although tourists frequent the hotel, locals also come out on weekends for food and drinks with friends. Residents visit North Beach Fish Camp to order from the bar and savor traditional seafood options. At Poe's Tavern, patrons can pay homage to the poet and author while enjoying American-style fare. Although the area hosts a collection of local eateries, chains like Hawkers Asian Street Food are also popular.
Atlantic Boulevard is a an easy commute route that will take you to downtown Jacksonville.
Atlantic Beach is a bustling and vibrant community perfect for your family.
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Attending top Duval County public schools
Atlantic Beach Elementary, the only public school in the community, has a B-plus grade from Niche. Older students travel just outside the area to attend Mayport Middle, a public magnet with a B grade from Niche. The middle school's Coastal Sciences Magnet Program offers agricultural studies and STEAM electives. Duncan Fletcher High is considered among the top high schools in Duval County, earning an A-minus grade.
Duncan U. Fletcher High School is home to the students from Isle of Palms.
Mayport Middle School provides education in the neighborhood of
North Beach.
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Getting in and out of the area
Atlantic Boulevard stretches from the coast to Interstate 295, which loops around Jacksonville and leads to Interstate 95. Atlantic Beach locals have an advantage in parking over tourists and visitors. "There isn't much public parking available. But if you have an Atlantic Beach sticker, you won't have to pay for parking," Bennett says.
Atlantic Boulevard is a an easy commute route that will take you to downtown Jacksonville.
Atlantic Beach residents can utilize JTA for an easy commute to Jacksonville and back.
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Weather conditions near the coast
Atlantic Beach is at risk for severe weather, such as hurricanes and floods, as a coastal community. Homeowners must have their properties surveyed for flooding risks to determine insurance rates.
Atlantic Beach offers miles of beach shoreline to spend your days.
Enjoy the sun and the breeze with your family at Atlantic Beach.
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