The Area
About Atlantic Beach
Atlantic Beach is a laid-back coastal community in Atlantic Beach, Duval County, featuring a mix of single-family homes, condos, townhouses, and vacant land priced from the mid-$200s into the low $4 millions. It is zoned for Duval County public schools, including Atlantic Beach Elementary, Mayport Middle, and Duncan Fletcher High School. The community is known for its walkable streets, oak-lined canopy roads, and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean.
- Property Type:Single Family HomesCondominiumsTownhomes
Living Here
What It's Like to Live in Atlantic Beach
Daily life in Atlantic Beach revolves around the water and the neighborhood's compact, walkable core. The beach itself is about a 5-minute walk from much of the community, and local parks like Jack Russell Park, Johansen Park, and Bull Memorial Park are all within a mile. Dining options cluster just about a mile away, with North Beach Fish Camp and Le Petit Paris Café among the local staples, and Beaches Town Center bringing a wider range of restaurants and shops within easy reach. The Atlantic Beach Country Club — an 18-hole semi-private course rebuilt by Erik Larsen on the old Selva Marina grounds — a redesign that made Golf Digest’s Best New Courses list in 2014 less than a mile and a half away — adds a golf dimension to the neighborhood's character, and Publix at Neptune Beach Plaza is about a mile out for everyday grocery runs.
The Homes
Atlantic Beach Homes & Architecture
The inventory here has always reflected the neighborhood's eclectic coastal personality — you'll find cedar-shake bungalows from the 1920s sitting a few blocks from contemporary new builds completed in 2025 and 2026. The dominant styles are Traditional, Contemporary, Craftsman, and Ranch, with homes typically ranging from about 850 to nearly 7,000 square feet and a median closer to 1,900 square feet. Most listings are 3-bedroom homes, though the range runs from 1 to 6 bedrooms. Prices span from roughly the mid-$200s to about $4.6 million — reflecting the wide spread between modest condos and oceanfront estates. Common interior features include open floorplans, vaulted ceilings, kitchen islands, balconies, and walk-in closets — details that reinforce the breezy, coastal-casual character of the area. About a quarter of homes have private pools, and just under 1 in 10 are waterfront.
Amenities
Atlantic Beach Amenities & Community Features
Depending on the specific community within Atlantic Beach, residents may have access to a pool, fitness center, clubhouse, and tennis courts, as well as gated entry, maintained grounds, and covered elevator access in certain condo buildings. Some communities include water, trash, cable TV, and laundry facilities in HOA fees, which vary widely, from bare-minimum single-family HOAs to full-service condo associations. Sidewalks throughout many parts of the neighborhood support the walkable character that Atlantic Beach is known for.
Location
Atlantic Beach Location & Commute
Atlantic Beach sits along the northeast Florida coast, with the Atlantic Ocean roughly a 5-minute walk from the neighborhood's center. Neptune Beach is about 2 miles to the south, Jacksonville Beach about 4 miles, and Ponte Vedra Beach roughly 7 miles farther down the coast. Baptist Medical Center Beaches is about 4 to 5 miles away, and Mayo Clinic's Florida campus is roughly 9 miles out — both accessible in under 20 minutes in typical traffic. St. Johns Town Center, the region's primary retail hub, is about 10 miles west, and Jacksonville International Airport is approximately 20 miles north, a drive of roughly 30 to 35 minutes depending on traffic. For school zoning questions, Duval County Public Schools maintains the district's current attendance boundaries.
Schools
Schools Near Atlantic Beach
Atlantic Beach falls within the Duval County Public Schools district. Schools serving this area include Atlantic Beach Elementary for most addresses (southern streets can zone to Neptune Beach Elementary); Mayport Coastal Sciences Middle School, with some addresses assigned to Duncan U. Fletcher Middle; and Duncan U. Fletcher High School, just over the line in Neptune Beach. Because this community spans multiple attendance zones, school assignments are address-specific — buyers should confirm zoning directly with Duval County Public Schools.
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All 94 Atlantic Beach homes for sale
The agent behind this page
Krista FrackeBroker Associate · Christie’s International Real Estate
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Under Contract517 Beach AvenueAtlantic Beach, FL 32233
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,252 sq ft
$1,800,000Est. $9,580/moFEMA Zone X · Evac A
Listing Office: watson realty corp
7 lots for sale in Atlantic Beach
Homesites and land listed in the MLS, kept apart from the homes above.
Market Snapshot
As of October 31, 2026, the median list price in Atlantic Beach is $572,500 across 94 active listings, averaging $475/sqft; recent MLS-recorded sales show a median sold price of $525,000 across 320 closings.
- Median List Price
- $572,500
- Avg. Price / Sq Ft
- $475/sqft
- Median Sold (12 mo, MLS)
- $525,000
- ▲ 5.8% vs prior 6 mo
- Active Listings
- 94
- HOA Dues
- ~$125/mo typical
- 45 of 94 listings carry dues
What’s for sale: 93 homes (median $570,000) · 1 multi-family (median $925,000)
Market stats are based on similar homes in Atlantic Beach, including 320 recent recorded sales — they may not include listings or sales that aren't comparable to this market. Sourced from the MLS; refreshed regularly.
Atlantic Beach Home Values
The MLS-recorded sales above are what homes in Atlantic Beach actually sell for — and the comp set your future buyer will see. Own a home here? This page updates with every new listing, price change, and recorded sale, so following it is the simplest way to watch your equity. There’s no automated estimate on this site — when you want a real number, Krista prepares it personally against these sales. See every Atlantic Beach sale from the last 12 months, with prices.
Closed sales
What homes in Atlantic Beach actually sold for
Median closed price by year from the MLS, 2019 to 2026: down 11% since 2025. 267 sales closed in 2026 at a median $349 per square foot.
| Year | Sales | Median sold | $/sq ft | Of asking | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 23 † | $775K | $326 | 98% | 91 |
| 2020 | 20 † | $889K | $363 | 98.5% | 113 |
| 2021 | 28 † | $348K | $269 | 100% | 17 |
| 2022 | 21 † | $423K | $232 | 97% | 7 |
| 2023 | 16 † | $700K | $446 | 100% | 17 |
| 2024 | 71 † | $533K | $360 | 97.1% | 41 |
| 2025 | 323 | $560K | $364 | 96.8% | 42 |
| 2026 | 267 | $500K | $349 | 97.7% | 31 |
Closed sales from the realMLS IDX feed; years with fewer than three sales are omitted. Medians, not estimates of any one home. "Of asking" is the median sold price as a share of the final list price. † A partial year in the feed: it carries only some of that year’s sales, so the median rests on fewer homes and the percent change above starts at the first full year.
Every Atlantic Beach sale in the last 12 months, with prices →
The beach from Atlantic Beach: a walk away
15th St is about 0.0 mi away, a walk to the sand. For days you drive, here are the closest public accesses with parking.
Closest with parking
Atlantic Beach 18th Street lotAtlantic Beach · about 3 min drive
About 40 parking spaces. $2.50/hour, Fri–Sun March to September
ShowersADA access
Directions →- Atlantic Blvd
Neptune Beach · about 5 min drive
About 50 parking spaces
LifeguardADA access
Directions → - 19th Ave N
Jacksonville Beach · about 10 min drive
About 15 parking spaces
RestroomsShowersLifeguardADA access
Directions → Drive on the sand
Huguenot Memorial ParkHuguenot & the Talbot Islands · about 5 mi away
Parking at the access. $5 per vehicle
Restrooms
Beach driving on most of the shore, 5 mph, street-legal vehicles only; 4WD recommended; shorebird areas close seasonally
Directions →
Beach access near Jacksonville Beach, mapped →Every public beach access and its parking, on one map →Homes a short walk from the sand →
Sea turtles nest on these beaches May 1 to October 31: the season’s rules. Looking for shark teeth? What you can keep, beach by beach. Dolphins and right whales: when and where to see them.
Public accesses only, from St. Johns County, City of Jacksonville Beach, City of Fernandina Beach and Florida DEP data. Parking counts are approximate, and fees, passes and seasonal rules change; check the posted signs.
Nature near Atlantic Beach
The closest public trail systems and preserves (places with at least a mile of mapped trail or 500 acres), by drive time, from the state, water-district, county and National Park Service maps.
Closest trail system or preserve
Dutton Island PreservePreserve · about 10 min drive
1.2 mi of mapped trails
Hiking
Directions →- Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park
Park · about 12 min drive
12.7 mi of mapped trails. Entry or parking fee
HikingBikingBirding trail siteBeach
Directions → - Theodore Roosevelt Area and Fort Caroline (Timucuan Preserve)
National Park Service · about 24 min drive
9.3 mi of mapped trails. Free
HikingBirding trail site
Directions →
On the water
Closest public boat ramp
Oak Harbor Boat Ramp (Restricted to shallow draft boats)Atlantic ICW (Duval County) · about 2 mi away
1 lane · 26 trailer spaces · Free
Closest kayak & paddleboard launch
Tide Views Preserve Canoe Landing (Long Portage!)Pablo Creek · about 2 mi away
14 parking spaces · Free · Restrooms
Fishing the First Coast →Every boat ramp →Every paddle launch →
Sports fields and leagues
- Jack Russell Park
4 min drive · Baseball, Soccer
Atlantic Beach Athletic Association; Coastal Kicks Soccer
- Donner Park & Gail Baker Community Center
9 min drive · Football, Soccer
City of Atlantic Beach Flag Football & Cheerleading; Coastal Kicks Soccer
- Fletcher High School Pool
11 min drive · Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Volleyball, Lacrosse, Swimming
i9 Sports Jacksonville; Beach Lacrosse; River City Swim League; +1 more
Youth sports near Jacksonville Beach, mapped →Every youth league in St. Johns and Duval, by sport →
Parks, trails and boat ramps near Jacksonville Beach, mapped →Every state and national park within two hours →The springs, by drive time →
Public lands only; ramps and launches from FWC’s inventory, straight-line distance. Trail miles are what the managing agency maps; hours, fees, hunting seasons and closures change, so check the agency’s page before you go.
Groceries near Atlantic Beach
The closest store of each big chain, by drive time, from the middle of Atlantic Beach.
- Publix580 Atlantic Blvd, Neptune Beach7 min
- Aldi1209 Atlantic Boulevard, Neptune Beach7 min
- The Fresh Market13493 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville11 min
- Walmart Neighborhood Market1650 San Pablo Road South, Jacksonville11 min
- Whole Foods Market2050 3rd ST S, Jacksonville Beach15 min
- BJ's Wholesale Club12200 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville16 min
- Target13740 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville18 min
- Trader Joe's4180 S 3rd St, Jacksonville Beach19 min
- Walmart Supercenter13490 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville19 min
- Sprouts Farmers Market12675 Beach Blvd,, Jacksonville20 min
- Winn-Dixie290 Solana Road, Ponte Vedra Beach22 min
- Costco4901 Gate Pkwy, Jacksonville28 min
Grocery stores near Jacksonville Beach, mapped →Every big-chain grocery store in St. Johns, Duval and Nassau →
Stores holding a state retail food permit, located from each chain’s own store list. Drive times are typical, without traffic.
Charter schools near Atlantic Beach
Charter schools are tuition-free public schools you apply to. There are no attendance zones, so these are the closest to Atlantic Beach, by straight-line distance.
- 2.2 mi
K–8, plus an early learning center for ages 3–5 · Atlantic Beach
Waldorf-inspired, arts-integrated
K–8 · Jacksonville
STEM
K–8 · Jacksonville
Languages and the arts
K–8 · Jacksonville
Busing: no, families drive
How to apply: 2027–28 open enrollment Nov 3 – Dec 4, 2026; a random lottery by grade if a grade fills
Every charter school in the area, with grades and how to apply: Jacksonville charter schools. Checked against each school’s own site October 19, 2026; within 15 miles.
Testimonials
What Krista's Clients Say
“Krista was excellent to work with. Her expertise allowed us to sell our home for a great price and with no surprises, all while during the pandemic. I would definitely request her services again should the need arise.”
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Atlantic Beach FAQ
How far is Atlantic Beach from downtown Jacksonville?
Atlantic Beach is roughly 15 to 20 miles from downtown Jacksonville, and the drive typically runs about 25 to 35 minutes depending on traffic and the route. St. Johns Town Center on the Southside is closer — about 10 miles west. Jacksonville International Airport is approximately 20 miles north, or about 30 to 35 minutes.
What are HOA fees like in Atlantic Beach?
HOA fees in Atlantic Beach vary significantly depending on the type of home and community. Single-family homes in lower-amenity associations may have nominal monthly dues, while full-service condo communities — particularly those with pools, fitness centers, clubhouses, and included utilities — can run considerably higher. The range across active listings is wide, so buyers should review HOA documents carefully and factor those costs into their monthly budget alongside the mortgage.
What types of homes are available in Atlantic Beach?
The inventory is genuinely varied — about half of active listings are single-family homes, with condos and townhouses making up most of the rest, plus a small number of vacant lots. Prices run from the mid-$200s to roughly $4.6 million, reflecting a wide mix of modest beach cottages, updated Craftsman and Ranch-style homes, and larger oceanfront properties. Home sizes typically range from under 1,000 square feet for some condos up to nearly 7,000 square feet for the larger single-family estates.
What dining and restaurants are nearby?
Atlantic Beach has a genuinely great dining scene within easy reach. Within about a mile you'll find North Beach Fish Camp for fresh seafood, Le Petit Paris Café for a French bite, Flying Iguana Taqueria & Tequila Bar, and Hawkers Asian Street Food — all clustered near Beaches Town Center. Lemon Bar rounds out the mix with a casual, wallet-friendly option. The walkability to all of these spots is one of the things residents mention most when they talk about why they love the area.
Are there gated communities in Atlantic Beach?
Yes, gated options do exist within Atlantic Beach — the current inventory includes some gated communities, and "Gated" appears among the community amenities listed for properties here. That said, Atlantic Beach as a whole is largely an open, walkable coastal town rather than a predominantly gated enclave. I'd be happy to point you toward the specific gated options currently available, so reach out and we can narrow it down to what fits your priorities.
Are there new construction homes available in Atlantic Beach?
There is a modest amount of new construction activity in Atlantic Beach — roughly one in ten listings in the current inventory represents new construction, with build years extending to 2026. Given the built-out, established character of the neighborhood, new builds here tend to be individual custom homes or small infill projects rather than large planned developments. If new construction is a priority for you, I can identify exactly what's active right now, since availability shifts quickly in a market this size.
Is Atlantic Beach in a flood zone?
Atlantic Beach is a coastal community situated very close to the Atlantic Ocean — the beach is less than half a mile from the heart of the neighborhood — so flood zone considerations are a real part of buying here. Flood zone status varies by exact address and elevation, and it directly affects insurance costs and mortgage requirements. I always recommend that buyers confirm the specific flood zone designation for any property they're considering and get flood insurance quotes early in the process; your lender will require this information as well.
How far is the nearest beach?
Atlantic Beach is about as close to the sand as you can get without having ocean views from every window — the Atlantic Beach shoreline is right around a quarter mile away, which is a short walk or bike ride for most residents. That kind of walkable beach access is genuinely rare and is one of the defining draws of living here. Neptune Beach is just under 2 miles south, and Jacksonville Beach is about 3.5 miles away if you want a livelier scene.