The Area
About Springfield
Springfield is a Duval County community in Jacksonville where the current market runs from about $515k to $735k, with homes built 1897–2007. 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: Springfield 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 Springfield
Springfield puts downtown Jacksonville's entertainment corridor within about a mile or two in any direction — EverBank Stadium, VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp's 121 Financial Ballpark, and the Daily's Place amphitheater are all roughly a mile and a half away, making game nights and concerts a genuine walk-or-short-drive affair. For dining, Cowford Chophouse — an upscale steakhouse in a restored 1902 building on Bay Street — is about a mile away, and Matthew's Restaurant in San Marco is roughly 2 miles out. Treaty Oak Park, with its 250-year-old oak and quiet riverfront setting, is about 2 miles away for a midday escape. What surprises people touring Springfield is how much walkable urban texture there is — sidewalks, street lights, and curbed streets give the neighborhood a genuine pedestrian feel that's rare in Jacksonville's broader metro.
The Homes
Springfield Homes & Architecture
Springfield's homes are predominantly two-story single-family residences in historic styles — Victorian, Craftsman, Dutch Colonial Revival, and Traditional — with some newer infill construction built in the early 2000s to match the neighborhood's streetscape character. Typical homes run roughly 2,000 to 3,500 square feet with 3 to 6 bedrooms, and the market generally ranges from the low $500s to the mid-$700s. Interior details commonly found here include hardwood floors, entrance foyers, vaulted ceilings, kitchen islands with breakfast bars, open floor plans, and walk-in closets — blending period character with updated finishes. Some properties are configured for multi-generational living or include separate units, a reflection of the neighborhood's historic building stock. A small share of homes have private pools, and balconies and courtyards appear on some of the larger lots.
Amenities
Springfield Amenities & Community Features
Springfield's streetscape itself is part of its appeal — sidewalks, street lights, and curbed streets run throughout the neighborhood, giving it a walkable urban character uncommon in much of Jacksonville. The community's proximity to downtown means restaurants and entertainment venues function as de facto neighborhood amenities, with Cowford Chophouse and the city's sports and concert venues all within roughly a mile and a half.
Location
Springfield Location & Commute
Springfield sits just north of downtown Jacksonville, placing residents about a mile from UF Health Jacksonville — a Level I trauma center and academic medical center — and roughly 2 miles from both Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville and Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside. Jacksonville International Airport is about 11 miles away, a drive of roughly 20 to 25 minutes in typical traffic. The Atlantic beaches — Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, and Atlantic Beach — are about 15 to 16 miles east, and Ponte Vedra Beach is around 18 miles southeast. For school zoning specifics, Duval County Public Schools maintains an official school locator where you can verify assignments by address.
Schools
Schools Near Springfield
Springfield is served by Duval County Public Schools, with the zoned schools being Andrew A. Robinson Elementary, Matthew Gilbert Middle, and William M. Raines High School. School assignments are address-specific, so I'd always recommend confirming the zoning for any particular home directly with the district before relying on it.
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Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Springfield
How old are the homes in Springfield, and are they move-in ready?
Springfield's housing stock spans from the late 1800s through the early 2000s — the oldest homes date to 1897 and many were built in the early 1900s, though there is also some newer infill construction from the 2000s built to complement the historic streetscape. Condition varies considerably; some homes have been fully renovated with updated finishes and modern systems, while others carry more of a restoration opportunity. Buyers should budget for due diligence and a thorough inspection, particularly on the older properties.
What is the commute from Springfield to Jacksonville's employment centers?
Springfield's location directly north of downtown Jacksonville makes it one of the closer residential neighborhoods to the city's urban core — UF Health Jacksonville is less than a mile away, and the downtown business district is essentially at the neighborhood's doorstep. Jacksonville International Airport is about 11 miles north, roughly a 20-to-25-minute drive in typical traffic. Commutes to Southside or the Beaches corridor will run longer, generally 20 to 35 minutes depending on destination and time of day.
Are there HOA fees in Springfield?
Based on what I have on hand for Springfield, the homes here do not carry a traditional HOA — this is a historic urban neighborhood rather than a master-planned community with a homeowners association governing common amenities. That said, I'd recommend confirming the specifics on any individual property you're considering, since some buildings may have condo or multi-unit agreements in place.