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Waterfront suburb in Jacksonville's northside
Surrounded by the Trout and Ribault rivers that feed into stretches of woodsy green, Jacksonville's aptly named Lake Forest community has served the city for generations. The area developed as a suburb in the 1940s, offering a short commute for Northside residents, and today is home to around 3,000 residents. "Lake Forest residents are proud to call this place home," says local librarian Rapunzel Wooden, who works at the Bradham and Brooks Branch Library. "Most locals here have kept their homes in the family for generations, so the communal spirit is very strong here."
Waterfront homes are plentiful in the Lake Forest neighborhood.
Well-kept split levels are dotted throughout the area.
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Classic waterfront homes with backyard docks
Lake Forest's oak- and pine-shaded streets are lined with homes built in the mid- to late 20th century. There are ranch-style dwellings, shingle cottages and split levels, with prices ranging between $175,000 and $300,000. Most houses are on small or mid-sized lots shaded with trees. Some homes include security fencing that wraps around the entire lot. There are also homes on the water, with backyard docks extending onto the Trout River. Prices for a waterfront home typically range between $325,000 and $500,000.
A row of one-story ranch-style homes with wood siding in the Lake Forest neighborhood.
Many homes in the Lake Forest neighborhood have well-manicured front lawns.
A row of typical single-family homes in Lake Forest with fenced-in backyards.
Lake Forest is surrounded by the beautiful Trout River.
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Duval County Public Schools
Students attend Duval County Public Schools, rated the fourth-best school district in the Jacksonville area. They can start at North Shore Elementary or Sallye B. Mathis Elementary. Both schools earn an overall C rating on Niche. Students can then attend Matthew Gilbert Middle or Jean Ribault Middle, earning a C-minus. Jean Ribault High School earns a C rating and offers students an Early College program where students can earn credits toward their associate degree.
Some students from Lake Forest attend the nearby Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School.
The mission at Matthew W. Gilbert Middle is to inspire and educate students.
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Community parks and water retreats
There are two parks in Lake Forest, Marion Park and Concord Park. Each parks spans about 2 acres. Marion Pak offers tennis courts, a covered picnic area and a playground with water features. Concord Park offers a playscape and open fields surrounded by pine woods. Boaters and anglers enjoy the nearby T.K. Stokes Boat Ramp. The public ramp offers trailer parking, picnic shelters and boat docks that accommodate vessels up to 22 feet in length. The neighborhood is also across the Trout River from the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens.
Launch your boat at the T.K. Stokes Boat Rampbrigh into the Rebault River.
The playground of Marion Park is a fun amenity for the kids of Lake Forest.
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Locally loved restaurants in Lake Forest
Shopping and dining options line Lem Turner Road. At the Edgewood Avenue West intersection, a small commercial area offers a Save-A-Lot, various supply stores, salons and auto-repair shops. Several locally owned restaurants are further east, such as Golden Egg Roll, known for its Chinese takeout, and The Original Crab, which has seafood boils and fried fish platters. At Gateway Town Center, on the other side of Interstate 95, there's a Winn-Dixie, Burlington, and Norwood Plaza Flea Market. Larger retail areas, such as Regency Square Mall, are about 11 miles away.
Save a Lot offers groceries and everyday items for the residents of Lake Forest.
Save a Lot is one of the most popular options for groceries in Lake Forest.
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Easy access via Interstate 95
Interstate 95 runs through the eastern portion of the neighborhood, giving residents access to essential locations like the University of Florida Hospital (UF Health Jacksonville), which is 4 miles away. "Most people who live here are commuting, so being close to 95 is important," says Realtor Quinnell "Q" Jones with Residential Movement Real Estate. Jones has 20 years of experience selling homes around Jacksonville. JTA bus stops are on major roads like Edgewood Avenue West and Lem Turner Road. Downtown Jacksonville is 5 miles from Lake Forest, and the Jacksonville International Airport is 10 miles away.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lake Forest
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lake Forest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lake Forest, Jacksonville sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Forest, Jacksonville over the last 12 months is $152,770, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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