The Area
About Margarets Walk
Margarets Walk is a Clay County community in Fleming Island where the current market runs from about $585k to $650k, with homes built 2001–2002. 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: Margarets Walk 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 Margarets Walk
Fleming Island places Margarets Walk residents within reach of Jacksonville's broader dining and shopping scene — Restaurant Orsay in Avondale, Matthew's Restaurant in San Marco, and the Cowford Chophouse in downtown Jacksonville are all roughly 18 to 19 miles away. For everyday retail, The Pavilion at Durbin Park is about 15 miles north, with Costco and a wide mix of national retailers, and St. Johns Town Center is reachable in about 18 miles. The Atlantic beaches at Mickler's Landing and Ponte Vedra Beach are roughly 22 to 23 miles away, and the cobblestone streets of the St. Augustine Historic District are just about 26 miles south — a weekend destination that never gets old. What buyers often tell me after touring here is that Fleming Island's position between Jacksonville and St. Augustine gives the community a natural variety of day-trip options that few inland neighborhoods can match.
The Homes
Margarets Walk Homes & Architecture
Homes in Margarets Walk are traditional-style single-family residences built in 2001 and 2002, typically running around 2,400 to 2,900 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Prices generally fall from the upper $500s into the mid $600s. Every home in the community includes a private pool, and interiors tend to feature open floorplans, eat-in kitchens with breakfast bars and nooks, primary suites on the main floor, his-and-hers closets, walk-in closets, and entrance foyers with built-in details. Jack-and-jill bath configurations and a primary bathroom with both a soaking tub and separate shower are common touches that show the thoughtful layouts typical of this neighborhood.
Amenities
Margarets Walk Amenities & Community Features
Margarets Walk is a gated community with a solid lineup of shared amenities: a clubhouse, fitness center, tennis courts, basketball court, jogging path, sidewalks, a playground, and fishing access. The gated entry adds a layer of privacy that contributes to the neighborhood's quiet, tucked-away character. Private pools are a feature of every home here, so residents enjoy both community gathering spaces and their own backyard retreats.
Location
Margarets Walk Location & Commute
Margarets Walk sits on Fleming Island in Clay County, roughly 13 miles from Baptist Medical Center South and about 18 miles from both Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside and Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville — meaningful options for healthcare access. Jacksonville International Airport is approximately 30 miles north, making occasional air travel manageable. The Avenues Mall and major Southside employment corridors are within about 15 miles, and the St. Augustine Historic District is roughly 26 miles south for weekend exploring.
Schools
Schools Near Margarets Walk
Margarets Walk is zoned for Paterson Elementary, Green Cove Springs Middle, and Fleming Island High School, all part of the Clay County District Schools. School assignments are address-specific, so always verify your exact address with the district before relying on any zoning information.
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Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Margarets Walk
What are HOA fees like in Margarets Walk?
Dues and district assessments differ lot to lot in a community like this, so I verify the current numbers per home rather than quote a page figure. That said, fees can vary by lot and are subject to change, so I'd always recommend confirming the current amount with the HOA directly before closing.
How far is Margarets Walk from the beach?
Mickler's Landing Beach in Ponte Vedra is about 22 miles away, and Ponte Vedra Beach's main stretch is roughly 23 miles. Jacksonville Beach is around 25 miles. None of these are a quick drive, but they're certainly reachable for a day trip — and St. Augustine's historic waterfront is in the same direction and just about 26 miles south.
When were the homes in Margarets Walk built?
The homes here were built in 2001 and 2002, so they're in that sweet spot where the floor plans tend to be more generous than newer entry-level construction — around 2,400 to 2,900 square feet — and many have been updated over the years with newer roofs, pool improvements, and interior finishes. It's a tight-knit vintage that makes the neighborhood feel cohesive.