The Area
About Lakeside Hills
Lakeside Hills is a Putnam County community in Florahome where the current market runs from about $779k to $987k, with homes built 1983–2000. Every listing below is live from the MLS — the same data, tax truth, and flood detail as everywhere else on this site, updated continuously. A note on how I work this area: Lakeside Hills sits beyond the St. Johns County and Beaches corridor I serve street-by-street every day. The data here is real and current, and when you are ready to tour or list, I will introduce you to the colleague at my Christie's International Real Estate office who knows this market best — and stay involved as your advocate from first call to closing.
Living Here
What It's Like to Live in Lakeside Hills
Life in Lakeside Hills revolves around the lake — docks, boat lifts, and the kind of unhurried pace that rural Putnam County delivers naturally. For regional entertainment and culture, historic St. Augustine is roughly 33 miles away, where St. George Street and the Castillo de San Marcos offer dining, galleries, and centuries of history along the waterfront. EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, home to the NFL's Jaguars, is about 39 miles north, and THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach is a similar drive — making Lakeside Hills a surprisingly central base for Northeast Florida's biggest events. What strikes people about this area is how much the surroundings feel set apart from the world, even with those destinations within reach.
The Homes
Lakeside Hills Homes & Architecture
Homes in Lakeside Hills are traditional single-family residences built between 1983 and 2000, typically running from about 2,500 to just over 3,000 square feet of living space. The floor plans tend to accommodate three to four bedrooms and between two-and-a-half and three-and-a-half bathrooms, with the four-bedroom layout being the most common. Prices generally range from the upper $700s to just under a million dollars. Inside, these homes are well-appointed for lakefront living — expect walk-in closets, eat-in kitchens with breakfast bars and pantries, entrance foyers, and balconies that make the most of the water views. Private docks and boat lifts are standard features here, and many homes come fully furnished and turn-key, ready to step into lake life from day one.
Location
Lakeside Hills Location & Commute
Lakeside Hills sits in Florahome in Putnam County, a rural area of Northeast Florida that feels genuinely removed from the region's busier corridors. Historic downtown St. Augustine is about 33 miles to the east — roughly a 45-minute drive — and Jacksonville International Airport is about 49 miles north, or roughly an hour out. The community's distance from major commercial centers is part of the appeal for buyers who want lake-front seclusion, though it does mean planning ahead for groceries, medical care, and other everyday needs. Keystone Heights is the closest neighboring community for buyers who want to get a feel for the broader area.
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Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeside Hills
Are the homes in Lakeside Hills truly waterfront, or just near the water?
Every home in this small community has direct lakefront access — that's not a marketing stretch, it's a consistent feature of the neighborhood. Private docks and boat lifts are standard, and several homes come with watercraft included, so buyers can be on the water quickly after closing. George's Lake is the body of water most associated with the community.
How far is Lakeside Hills from Jacksonville International Airport?
Jacksonville International Airport is about 49 miles from Lakeside Hills — plan on roughly an hour's drive. St. Augustine is closer, at about 33 miles. The community's rural setting in Putnam County means most major destinations require a meaningful drive, which is worth factoring into your daily routine before deciding this is the right fit.
Does Lakeside Hills have an HOA?
Based on what I have available, HOA information for Lakeside Hills isn't something I can confirm on hand — I'd want to verify the current status directly for any home you're considering, as that detail can vary by parcel. When you're ready to dig into a specific property, my Christie's International Real Estate colleague who works this market closely can get you the accurate answer.