Green Cove Springs, FL
Why Live in Green Cove Springs, FL?
For those wanting to enjoy the convenience of a city but with an atmosphere more akin to a small town, Green Cove Springs, FL could be the ideal community to buy a home. Located along the St. Johns River just south of Jacksonville and west of St. Augustine, it's the quintessential Southern community.
Green Cove Springs is neither blue collar nor white collar having an almost even mix of professionals, service providers and office workers, as well as an unemployment rate below the national average. The cost of living in the area is well below the state average and real estate prices are on average 15% below the state norm..
Green Cove Springs Lifestyle
Progressive, relaxed Southern charm is best way to describe the lifestyle of Green Cove Springs. The city still hosts its traditional celebrations like a Memorial Day Riverfest, the Scottish Games and a county fair. But, it's also very diverse in its makeup and outlook with other events like the annual Soul Food Festival, rodeo and Chinese New Year's Celebrations considered yearly highlights. This could be due in part to the higher educational level that the community enjoys. More than 23% of the population has accomplished a bachelor's degree or higher level of education.
Local Schools
Green Cove Springs Public school system consists of five elementary/middle schools and one high school. Students enjoy an average class size of fewer than 15 students per teacher, giving it one of the best student/teacher ratios in the nation. In addition to public schools, the town has three private high schools and for those seeking higher education, there are seven colleges/universities within a 50-mile radius of the city. Of special note, nearby Flagler College was rated as the number 6 school in the nation for value for dollars spent.
Parks and Recreation
For those that enjoy the outdoors Green Cove Springs has a lot to offer. There is the city-operated swimming pool that's free to local residents. The city also hosts softball tournaments and leagues, arts and craft expos and pony rides and many special events throughout the year. The city has several parks for the public to enjoy including Spring Park, which features the Sulphur Springs that made the community famous to begin with. It's these waters that feed the city pool.
In addition to the city-operated parks and other facilities, Green Cove Springs has several golf courses for duffers of all ability levels and the St. Johns River is right there for those who enjoy fishing, skiing and other water sports.
Real Estate Housing
Perhaps the best feature that Green Cove Springs, FL has to offer is a real estate market that's just now beginning to boom. Green Cove Springs real estate experts have noted a steady rise in both new home construction and the prices of standing houses. Currently, home prices in the city are 15% below the state average and offer even better discounts from the norms in nearby metropolitan areas.
If you're looking for a home in northeast Florida, work with David and Kimberly Crews of At Home Realty Services LLC. They are the local Green Cove Springs real estate experts who are more than just realtors — they're your neighbors.
