$307,691Average Value$175Average Price per Sq Ft96Homes For Sale
Contemporary subdivisions and suburban convenience in Southwest Jacksonville
Growing rapidly in southwest Jacksonville, Chimney Lakes and Argyle Forest offer a relaxed and convenient suburban lifestyle with top-rated schools, lush green spaces and plenty of places to shop and eat.
“The community is mostly made up of older folks. When they sell or move out, it’s often younger families moving in to go to the local elementary school there because it’s very convenient,” says Victoria Gregory, a local agent with Shoe Realty. “It’s mostly single-family homes, but there are some townhouses too — no condos or apartments, so it’s almost all homeowners.”
You can find homes of all sizes in Argyle Forest and Chimney Lakes.
Chimney Lakes/Argyle Forest has connections to anywhere in the city via its surface streets.
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A quick drive downtown and close to tons of shopping and dining
Situated between Interstate 295 and the new First Coast Expressway toll road, the community is largely made up of contemporary residential subdivisions clustered around small lakes and ponds. The curvilinear neighborhood streets and cul de sacs are often quiet with very little drive-thru traffic, as there are multiple ways to access each section along Argyle Forest Boulevard, Collins Road and Old Middleburg Road, the three main arterial roads in the community. While the suburban community is nearly 20 miles from downtown, residents are just a short drive away from several shopping malls and commercial town centers with supermarkets, national retailers and a wide variety of casual eateries and fast-food restaurants.
You will find convenient interstate connections in Chimney Lakes and Argyle Forest.
Chimney Lakes/Argyle Forest residents take First Coast Expressway making commutes simple.
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Colonial-influenced homes average about $300,000
Many of the area’s homes are a few decades old now. But around the First Coast Expressway, new residential housing tracts are on the rise. "Chimney Lakes/Argyle Forest has a lot of older houses, but what is unique is the current uptick in new construction. So you will have seasoned homes and newer builds in one area,” says Janel Williams, a local real estate agent with Watson Realty Corp. “That shows the attraction of this particular neighborhood--the community is growing, and people are buying in.”
The developments in Chimney Lakes and Argyle Forest are contemporary but influenced by Colonial architectural themes: white arched windows, symmetrical designs and cross-hipped roofs. Craftsman and Mediterranean styles also inform some of the home styles with stucco-clad exteriors and arched doorways on ranch-style homes. Homes in the community typically average about $300,000 with a mix of newly built homes and properties developed in the 1980s and ’90s. Small homes under 1,000 square feet and fixer-uppers that need repairs typically start at around $150,000. The most expensive homes in the community reach around $450,000 and span more than 2,500 square feet with four or more bedrooms.
Find Farmhouse architecture in Chimney Lakes and Argyle Forest.
Larger homes can be found in Chimney Lakes/Argyle Forest.
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Top rated schools in the Clay County School District
Students in the area can attend Oakleaf Village Elementary School in the Clay County School District. Niche gives the school an A-minus rating. From there, students can advance to Oakleaf Junior High School and Oakleaf High School, which get a B-plus and A-minus rating from Niche.
Oakleaf Village Elementary School is located in Orange Park, Florida.
Oakleaf High School supports approximately 2400 students.
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Big box retailers and supermarkets in the Oakleaf Town Center
The Oakleaf Town Center is the area’s largest shopping destination with more than 70 businesses, including Publix, Aldi and Target. In addition to a few supermarkets and big box retailers, the commercial corridor has ample fast food and local dining spots. Osaka Japanese Steak House gives patrons a show with classic hibachi-style eats, while local surf-themed restaurant chain Jimmy Hula’s curates tropical vibes with fruity cocktails and fish tacos. After dinner, folks can catch a movie at the EPIC Theaters cinema. On the opposite side of the community, closer to I-295, other major retailers such as Costco and Sam’s Club are located next to the Argyle Village Shopping Center.
Chimney Lakes/Argyle Forest residents have a plethora of shopping options to choose from.
Find all of your retails needs met in the Argyle Forest Shopping Center.
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Park amenities in the subdivisions and hiking trails at Branan Field
In the Chimney Lakes development, residents can go to its central recreational area that includes sand volleyball, tennis courts, basketball, a community pool and open green space. The Argyle Forest section of the community features a similar recreational space with baseball diamonds and even more hard-surface courts, including 12 designed specifically for pickleball. West of the community, the Branan Field Wildlife and Environmental Area features more than 3 miles of trails for hikers, cyclists and horseback riders across a nearly 400-acre expanse where gopher tortoises and wild turkeys nest under mature pine flatwoods.
Enjoy hiking trails at Branan Field Preserve, a quick drive from Chimney Lakes or Argyle Forest.
Argyle Forest residents enjoying the weather as they play pickleball.
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Parks in this Area
Our Community Club Park
Oakleaf Plantation Park
Our Community Club Park
Whitfield Park at Oakleaf
Argyle Forest Park
Bishopswood Park
Transit
Airport
Jacksonville International
41 min drive
Bus
6107 Youngerman Cir.
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Youngerman Cir. & Periwinkle Dr.
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6373 Youngerman Cir.
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Youngerman Cir & Argyle Forest Bl
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6601 Youngerman Cir.
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6155 Youngerman Cir.
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.429 Reviews
1.0Former Resident
5/23/2022Niche Review
Extremely poor HOA/ BOD ROTTEN FENCES BROKE DOWN CARS TRASH EVERYWHERE BY LAWS ARE NOT ENFORCED LOTS OF PROBLEMS CAUTION TO ALL
3.0Niche User
10/13/2014Niche Review
My rating is "It's okay" because a lot of the shops in this area are fairly new, as in under 5 years and they are chain stores. I would prefer some of the mom and pop shops, organic supermarkets, or even a bookstore.
4.0Niche User
2/24/2015Niche Review
The local police and fire departments are of high quality. They are very quick to respond to an emergency, and are usually very helpful. Jacksonville has great transportation services. It's very easy to get around because of the wide variety of transportation the city offers.
4.0Niche User
12/16/2015Niche Review
We like most everything about our area. We have more stores and activities popping up in our area.
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Chimney Lakes/Argyle Forest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Chimney Lakes/Argyle Forest, Jacksonville sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Chimney Lakes/Argyle Forest, Jacksonville over the last 12 months is $295,250, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
24,724
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,482
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,315
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
College Graduates
25.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.4%
% Population in Labor Force
73%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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