Jacksonville continues to grow in popularity.  From housing the Super Bowl recently to the bustling new condo developments, there is no doubt that people are coming to Jacksonville to stay for good.  And why would you want to leave?  Especially that units at Valencia are for sale.  Starting below $400K, this is a win-win investment.  Valencia's location couldn't be more perfect: 4 blocks to the beach and walking distance to shopping, eateries, banking and parks.  Sierra Development has developed a beautiful 245 unit structure of Mediterranean design that will be sure to leave its residents in awe.  Jacksonville condos have been sprouting up in the past few years and it's time that homeowners and investors realize a good deal when they see one.  Valencia is no exception.

Retirees have much to look forward to…traveling, relaxing, spending time with family, pursuing hobbies, etc.  People often look outside the city they currently live to find a place they can move to in order to “retire in style”!  Many move closer to family or to resort and coastal areas that offer amenities for those with much time on their hands.

Many retirees are also planning to downsize from a larger single family home to enjoy the amenities offer by new condos across the country.  New condo developments in areas like Jacksonville for example offer resort-style amenities that give the owner more than living in traditional master planned community could offer.

The St. John, for example, will be a 51-story soaring glass tower containing 300 luxury residences, and will rise nearly 582 feet over the Southbank of the St. Johns River.  The St. John will be the preeminent address for homeowners who want to enjoy the beauty of the St. Johns River in an urban setting near Jacksonville's core, as well as within walking distance of San Marco.  Amenities include a riverfront fitness center and an eighth level club room that opens to a dramatic elevated oasis pool deck with a tai chi lawn, lap pool, private cabanas, and an outdoor summer kitchen.  No this is a place to retire to!!

Condo development is inevitable and Jacksonville, Florida is definitely making the most of their space. Massive, luxurious, and affordable are three words I’d use to describe some of the Jacksonville Condo projects. Shipyards, Casa Bella and The St. John are 3 condo communities that catch my eye when perusing Jacksonville Condos on NCO. Shipyards – currently being developed by LandMar Group - has units starting in the low $300s as does the St. John – which is a Hines development. Casa Bella – Beautiful House – is an APD Developers masterpiece. Units here start under $100K! I’d tell you more but I’m simply wetting your appetite. Come check them out on NCO and see what the excitement is all about.