The Area
About Tidewater Ranch
Tidewater Ranch is a Duval County community in Jacksonville where the current market runs from about $750k to $770k, with homes built around 1972. 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: Tidewater Ranch 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 Tidewater Ranch
Tidewater Ranch's location in Jacksonville puts residents within a short drive of some of the city's most established dining destinations — Matthew's Restaurant in San Marco is about 4 miles away, and Cowford Chophouse in downtown Jacksonville is roughly the same distance, set inside a beautifully restored 1902 building overlooking the St. Johns River. Treaty Oak Park, home to a 250-year-old landmark oak, is about 4 miles away for a quiet riverfront outing, while Castaway Island Preserve — with its boardwalks and kayak launch along the Intracoastal — is under 8 miles out. What surprises people who tour this area is how close the downtown entertainment corridor feels: EverBank Stadium, VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, and 121 Financial Ballpark are all within about 3 miles, making Jaguars games and Jumbo Shrimp nights genuinely convenient.
The Homes
Tidewater Ranch Homes & Architecture
Homes in Tidewater Ranch are single-family residences built around 1972, typically offering 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across roughly 2,000 square feet of living space. The price band runs from the low to high $750s, and every home in the neighborhood sits on a waterfront lot — that 100% waterfront character is what defines this community. Interior features commonly include open floorplans, split bedroom layouts, walk-in closets, and breakfast bars, with updated kitchens showing quartz countertops and stainless appliances in recently renovated homes. On the exterior, private docks and boat lifts are standard, making direct water access a functional part of everyday life here rather than an occasional amenity.
Location
Tidewater Ranch Location & Commute
Tidewater Ranch sits on Jacksonville's Southside, roughly 3 to 4 miles from the heart of downtown Jacksonville along the St. Johns River corridor. Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville — the flagship Baptist Health campus and home to a Level I trauma center — is about 4 miles away, with UF Health Jacksonville and Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside both within about 5 miles. The Atlantic Beach and Neptune Beach coastlines are roughly 11 to 12 miles east, and Jacksonville International Airport is about 13 miles north. TPC Sawgrass, home of THE PLAYERS Championship, is approximately 15 miles to the southeast for those with golf on the agenda.
Schools
Schools Near Tidewater Ranch
Tidewater Ranch falls within Duval County Public Schools. The high school associated with this area is The Bolles School; elementary and middle school assignments should be verified directly with the district, as zoning is address-specific and subject to change.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Tidewater Ranch
What is the waterfront access like in Tidewater Ranch?
Homes in Tidewater Ranch sit directly on the water, and private docks and boat lifts are a common feature of the properties here. If boating or water recreation is a priority, this neighborhood puts that access right in the backyard rather than at a shared community facility.
How close is Tidewater Ranch to downtown Jacksonville?
The neighborhood is about 3 to 4 miles from downtown Jacksonville, which puts EverBank Stadium, VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, and the St. Johns River waterfront within a short drive. Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville and UF Health Jacksonville are also within roughly 5 miles, making major medical care easily accessible.
Are there HOA fees in Tidewater Ranch?
HOA information for Tidewater Ranch isn't something I have on hand at the moment — I can get that detail for you. It's worth confirming before making an offer, as fees and any associated rules can affect your monthly carrying costs and what you're permitted to do with a dock or boat lift.