Living in Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville is the 13th most-populated city in the United States and the largest city in the state of Florida. Jacksonville is the largest city in terms of area in the United States, spanning 874.3 square miles, 757.7 of which is land. There are more than 1.3 million residents of the Jacksonville metropolitan area. Located in the north eastern portion of Florida, Jacksonville lies very near the Georgia border and also borders the Atlantic Ocean.

With the St. Johns River flowing through Jacksonville, there are many beautiful outdoor activities available to those renting in Jacksonville. And with the subtropic climate characterized by warm winters and hot summers, getting outside is high on many Jacksonville renters' list. Add the nearby Atlantic Ocean to the mix and Jacksonville becomes a very attractive place to rent an apartment or house.

Jacksonville was cited by Forbes.com as one of the best 10 cities to relocate to when looking to find a new job.

Sports in Jacksonville, FL

National Football League - Jacksonville Jaguars (Jacksonville Municipal Stadium)
Roller Derby - First Coast Fatales (Mandarin Skate Station)
There are also various colleges and universities in and around Jacksonville including the University of North Florida, Edward Waters College, and Jacksonville University.

Interesting Fact about Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville boasts the largest urban park system in the United States, facilitated by 'joint management agreements with national and park services.'

Velara Luxury Apartments

Brooklyn Riverside

The Park at Trapani

Pier 5350

Olympus Preserve at Town Center

The Commons

The Note

St. Johns Forest Apartments

Kings Trail Apartment Homes

The Hudson at Deerwood

Oasis Club Apartments

Mirage at Southpoint

MAA Southlake

Casa Solara Townhomes

Jacksonville Heights Apartments Homes

The Park at Milazzo

Country Club Lakes

Southside Villas

Elliot Baymeadows

Amelia at Deerwood

The Park at Marbella (new)

Paradise Island

Banyan Bay

RISE Doro

Apela House

THE VANTAGE APARTMENTS

Pointe Grand Jacksonville West

Red Bay Apartment Complex

The Club At Town Center

Bayside at Peninsula