The Area
About The Arbors
A D.R. Horton community on Jacksonville’s Northside near the airport, actively selling and still growing: the city’s Q3 2026 subdivision approvals cleared phases four through six — 519 more homes, taking the planned total to 1,096 residences, with 165 of the new homes on 40-foot lots. The alert below catches each builder release.
Living Here
What It's Like to Live in The Arbors
Daily life at The Arbors centers on the Northside of Jacksonville, with Jacksonville International Airport less than 5 miles away — a genuine convenience for frequent travelers. The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is about 7 miles south, and on Saturdays the Riverside Arts Market along the riverfront draws vendors, farmers, and food trucks roughly 10 miles from the neighborhood. For a proper night out, Cowford Chophouse on Bay Street and Restaurant Orsay in Avondale are both about 10 miles away, and Matthew's Restaurant in San Marco is just slightly farther. Treaty Oak Park — home to a 250-year-old live oak on the downtown riverfront — makes for an easy day outing about 11 miles from home.
The Homes
The Arbors Homes & Architecture
Homes at The Arbors are all single-family, built between 2023 and 2026, and run from roughly 1,500 to about 2,550 square feet, with most landing around 1,750 square feet. The typical home has 3 to 5 bedrooms and 2 to 3 bathrooms, with Traditional and Ranch styles making up most of the streetscape. Open floorplans with kitchen islands, vaulted ceilings in the main gathering room, split bedroom layouts, and smart home technology are common features — these aren't the stripped-down entry-level builds you sometimes see at this price point. The reliable way to know the fees here is per home. I confirm current association and district numbers before you write an offer.
Amenities
The Arbors Amenities & Community Features
The Arbors includes a community pool, a children's pool, a clubhouse, a fitness center, and a playground — a more complete amenity package than many comparably priced communities on Jacksonville's Northside. The HOA fee, collected quarterly, covers these shared amenities and comes in at a notably low monthly equivalent. What surprises buyers touring here is how much the resort-style pool area adds to the feel of the neighborhood given the accessible price point.
Location
The Arbors Location & Commute
The Arbors sits on Jacksonville's Northside, just a few miles from Jacksonville International Airport — roughly a 10-minute drive for early-morning flights. Downtown Jacksonville is about 10 miles south, a commute that typically runs 20 to 25 minutes in moderate traffic. UF Health Jacksonville, a Level I trauma center, is about 8 miles away, while Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside and Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville are each roughly 11 miles south. Atlantic Beach and the Jacksonville Beaches are about 21 to 23 miles east, reachable in roughly 30 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. Big Talbot Island State Park and Huguenot Memorial Park are both within about 20 miles for outdoor recreation along the coast.
Schools
Schools Near The Arbors
The Arbors is zoned for Garden City Elementary, Highlands Middle School, and Jean Ribault High School, all part of Duval County Public Schools. School assignments are address-specific — always verify your particular address with the district's official school locator before relying on any zoning information.

Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about The Arbors
How close is The Arbors to Jacksonville International Airport?
The airport is about 3 miles from The Arbors — roughly a 5 to 10 minute drive. That proximity is a genuine draw for people who travel frequently for work or want shorter rides to pick up arriving guests. It's one of the things buyers consistently ask me about when they're looking at this part of the Northside.
What are the HOA fees at The Arbors, and what do they cover?
The reliable way to know the fees here is per home. I confirm current association and district numbers before you write an offer. The fees cover shared amenities including the community pool, children's pool, clubhouse, fitness center, and playground. It's worth confirming the exact current fee and what's included with the builder or the HOA directly before closing.
Is The Arbors still under construction, and will new phases add to the neighborhood?
Yes — The Arbors is an actively growing D.R. Horton community. The city has approved phases four through six, which will bring several hundred additional homes and bring the planned total to roughly 1,100 residences. Buyers should factor in ongoing construction activity near their lot, and it's worth asking the builder's sales team for the current phase release schedule.
















































