The Area
About Cope’s Landing
A D.R. Horton community on the Northside at Cisco Drive, selling now with a long runway: the city’s Q3 2026 approvals cleared phases four through seven — 368 more homes toward a planned 828 — on a nearly 400-acre site that preserves about 155 acres of wetlands and includes 14+ acres of recreation space.
Living Here
What It's Like to Live in Cope’s Landing
Day-to-day life at Cope's Landing has a suburban, neighborhood-first feel — sidewalks, street lights, and a dog park make it easy to settle into a walking routine, and the community pool, clubhouse, and playground give residents places to gather without leaving the neighborhood. When residents head out for a weekend, Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is roughly 12 miles south, and the Riverside Arts Market — a Saturday open-air gathering of local farmers, makers, and food vendors under the Fuller Warren Bridge — is about 11 miles away. For a proper night out, Restaurant Orsay in Avondale and Cowford Chophouse in downtown Jacksonville are both within about 12 to 13 miles, and the Duval County Public Schools district website is a useful starting point for families researching school assignments before moving in. Jacksonville International Airport is a particularly convenient roughly 12-mile drive for residents who travel frequently.
The Homes
Cope’s Landing Homes & Architecture
Homes at Cope's Landing are all single-family and almost entirely new construction, built between 2023 and 2026, with traditional and A-frame influenced exteriors. Typical floor plans run from about 1,500 to 2,500 square feet, with most homes offering 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms — though 3- and 5-bedroom configurations exist across the range. Interiors consistently feature open-concept layouts with vaulted ceilings in main living areas, kitchen islands, pantries, breakfast bars, and smart-home technology including smart thermostats. Split-bedroom arrangements and walk-in closets appear throughout, and many plans include an eat-in kitchen alongside the main living and dining flow. HOA and any district assessment numbers here change year to year, so I confirm the current figures on any home you're considering instead of quoting a stale number.
Amenities
Cope’s Landing Amenities & Community Features
Cope's Landing's recreation space centers on a community pool and a separate children's pool, a fitness center, a clubhouse, and a playground — all anchored within the more than 14 acres of recreation land set aside in the master plan. A dog park rounds out the outdoor amenities, and the community's sidewalks, curbs, and street lights give the streetscape a finished, walkable feel from the earliest phases. What surprises many buyers touring here is how complete the amenity package already feels given that the community is still actively building out toward its planned 828-home total.
Location
Cope’s Landing Location & Commute
Cope's Landing sits on Cisco Drive on Jacksonville's Northside in Duval County, roughly 12 miles from Jacksonville International Airport — a real convenience for frequent travelers. Downtown Jacksonville is about 12 to 13 miles southeast, putting UF Health Jacksonville and Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside both within roughly 12 miles, and Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville within about 12 miles as well. Big Talbot Island State Park and its Boneyard Beach are about 26 miles northeast, while Fort Clinch State Park on Amelia Island is around 33 miles out — manageable for a day trip but not a quick errand.
Schools
Schools Near Cope’s Landing
Cope's Landing is zoned for Dinsmore Elementary, Highlands Middle School, and Jean Ribault High School, all part of Duval County Public Schools. School assignments are address-specific — always verify the zoning for a particular home with the district before relying on it.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Cope’s Landing
How far along is Cope's Landing, and will construction be going on for years?
Cope's Landing is an active D.R. Horton community with city approvals covering phases four through seven — that's roughly 368 additional homes — on a site planned for 828 total. The community is well into its buildout and has an established amenity core including a pool, fitness center, and clubhouse, but buyers should expect ongoing construction activity across the site for a number of years as new phases deliver. It's worth asking the builder's sales team which phases are closest to completion when you visit.
What are the HOA fees at Cope's Landing, and what do they cover?
HOA and any district assessment numbers here change year to year, so I confirm the current figures on any home you're considering instead of quoting a stale number. That fee supports the community's shared amenities, including the pool, children's pool, fitness center, clubhouse, playground, and dog park. Buyers should confirm the exact fee and what's included directly with the builder or HOA documentation at the time of purchase.
How close is Cope's Landing to Jacksonville International Airport?
Jacksonville International Airport is about 12 miles from Cope's Landing — typically a 15 to 20 minute drive depending on traffic. Buyers who travel regularly for work tend to flag this as one of the more practical aspects of the Northside location, since the airport sits north of the city center and Cope's Landing is already positioned on that side of Jacksonville.