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Access to entertainment 15 minutes from downtown
Nestled against two lazy rivers in Jacksonville, Florida, the established neighborhood of Panama Park offers a residential suburb near the city's center. "This is certainly an active community and very eclectic," says Roxanna McLeod, a Panama Park Neighborhood Association member. "You have people who have lived here for over 70 years, new homeowners and renters. We love it because it's such a colorful place, and there's so much to do here! It really is a convenient location and so close to downtown. We can also bike to the Jacksonville Zoo since it's across the river!" she explains excitedly. Roxanna has lived in the community for over ten years and is heading up the new community garden in Panama Park.
Welcome to the Panama Park neighborhood outside of Jacksonville, FL.
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is a beautiful way to spend the day.
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Vintage properties
Panama Park features a variety of vintage properties from the early 1900s. These homes are well-maintained, and most are recently renovated. Some feature cosmetic upgrades, while others showcase their original architecture. Sturdy brick bungalows and ranch styles with lapped siding are also very prominent here. Panama Park hosts manufactured home developments, like The Oaks at Panama Park. Homes in the area range from $100,000 to $350,000.
A bungalow-style single-family home in Panama Park located minutes from Jacksonville, FL.
A brick one-story single-family home is a popular home style in the Panama Park neighborhood.
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Bus stops and biking
The community is just five miles from downtown and the lively TIAA Bank Field and about 20 miles from the sandy coast of the Atlantic Ocean. Bus stops can be found along North Main Street, though biking is a faster mode of transportation. Panama Park is a 20-minute drive from the Jacksonville International Airport for air travel. The CAP Index crime tracking database gives this neighborhood a 7 out of 10 score, with 10 indicating highest crime. The Jacksonville Sherriff’s Office holds Crime Prevention Walks and encourages local participation through the Sherriff’s Watch program.
The Bus line runs directly through Panama Park.
There are bike lanes on the main street for your convenience.
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A-plus rated Stanton College Preparatory School
Children in the area attend North Shore Elementary School, receiving a C-plus on Niche. Students continue to Springfield Middle School, receiving a B-minus rating. Students complete their post-secondary studies at Stanton College Preparatory School, receiving an A-plus. Stanton is listed as the best public high school in the Jacksonville area.
North Florida Educational Institute is close to Panama Park.
North Shore Elementary
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Austin’s Soul Food Restaurant and Joseph’s Pizza
“Locals can find many industrial and commercial businesses along the riverfront and down Main Street,” says McLeod. The community has a local pharmacy, discount retailers, a Harveys Supermarket and corner stores for convenient shopping. “Many residents jump on Interstate 95 and travel to River City Marketplace for more options,” says McLeod. Within the area, community staple Austin's Soul Food Restaurant serves Southern comfort on a plate. Joseph's Pizza on North Main Street is not only a restaurant but a treasured gathering place, having been a part of the Panama Park neighborhood for over 60 years. Several retailers, eateries and shopping centers are on and around North Main Street. The Gateway Town Center is near I-95 and boasts a Winn-Dixie, a Planet Fitness and other popular locations.
Joseph's Pizza is a popular destination for the residents of the Panama Park neighborhood.
Panama Pharmacy, a locally-owned business, is popular in the Panama Park neighborhood.
Austin's Soul Food Restaurant is a Panama Park neighborhood staple.
Austins Soul Food does take out only, but it is standing room only for their delicious food.
Josephs Pizza is a long-time family-run business with a loyal following.
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Fishing off Main Street Bridge
Panama Park offers ample opportunities to enjoy the North Florida landscape. With the Trout and St. Johns Rivers touching the banks of the neighborhood, fishing and boating are pastimes for locals. The Main Street Bridge also serves as a public pier where residents are found throughout the day with fishing poles and bait from local seafood markets like Trout River Fish Co. The community also has friendly private marinas along the eastern side of Panama Park to the east. A dedicated green space is tucked away in the north, bearing the same name as the neighborhood. Once the largest recreational area in North Jacksonville, the park contains an open sports field and baseball diamond for public use. Locals practice their tennis swing or free throws on the tennis and basketball courts. The park also has play areas shaded in trees and a paved walking track around the baseball field.
North Shore Park
Panama Park neighborhood has parks with amenities that are enjoyed by residents and visitors.
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Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Locals bike to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, where they can watch an animal feeding or attend a chat about a favorite member of the animal kingdom. The Panama Park area has several Baptist churches for Sunday services, including the East Forty Fourth Street Baptist, New Mt Zion Baptist Church and the Israel United Missionary Baptist Church.
At Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens, people are thrilled to pet and feed The stingrays.
There are many places to worship in the Panama Park neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Kooker Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
North Shore Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Kayak/Canoe
Panama Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Russell Bill Cook Jr. Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Wigmore Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Transit
Airport
Jacksonville International
21 min drive
Bus
Main St. & Trout River Dr.(68Th)
Bus
Main St. & 40th St.
Bus
Main St. & 65th St.
Bus
Main St. & 56th St.
Bus
Main St. & Winona Dr.
Bus
Main St. & Sycamore St.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Panama Park
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
8
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Panama Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Panama Park, Jacksonville sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Panama Park, Jacksonville over the last 12 months is $319,990, down 23% 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,414
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,499
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,162
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
23.4%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
% Population in Labor Force
47.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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