The Area
About Tuscan Oaks
Tuscan Oaks is a Duval County community in Jacksonville where the current market runs from about $665k to $1M, with homes built around 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: Tuscan Oaks 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 Tuscan Oaks
Tuscan Oaks sits in the Old Mandarin area, a part of Jacksonville that carries a slower pace and a deep sense of place — mature oak canopies, proximity to the St. Johns River, and easy access to the Southside's broader amenities. For shopping, The Avenues Mall is roughly 8 miles away and St. Johns Town Center, with over 175 stores including Apple and Anthropologie, is about 10 miles out. Fine dining options within a reasonable drive include Matthew's Restaurant in San Marco (about 11 miles), Restaurant Orsay in Avondale (about 12 miles), and Cowford Chophouse overlooking the St. Johns River in downtown Jacksonville (also about 12 miles). Buyers who ask me about this neighborhood often mention how much they appreciate the balance between Mandarin's established, tree-lined character and the convenience of Southside Jacksonville just a short drive away.
The Homes
Tuscan Oaks Homes & Architecture
Homes in Tuscan Oaks are generously sized single-family residences, typically running from roughly 3,450 to 4,300 square feet of living space with four to six bedrooms and three to four bathrooms. The architectural styles lean Spanish and Mediterranean-inspired, with some traditional designs — think vaulted ceilings, dual staircases, entrance foyers, and an abundance of natural light. Inside, expect features like kitchen islands, breakfast bars and nooks, split bedroom layouts, walk-in closets, primary suites with separate tub and shower, and balconies that extend the living space outdoors. About two-thirds of homes in the community include a private pool. The reliable way to know the fees here is per home. I confirm current association and district numbers before you write an offer.
Amenities
Tuscan Oaks Amenities & Community Features
Tuscan Oaks is a small, established community where the defining amenity is the neighborhood itself — a quiet setting beneath Old Mandarin's iconic oak canopy, with street lighting throughout. Private pools are common among the homes. For broader recreation, Jacksonville Golf & Country Club is about 14 miles away, and TPC Sawgrass — home of THE PLAYERS Championship — is roughly 15 miles out. Treaty Oak Park, with its 250-year-old oak and quiet riverfront setting in downtown Jacksonville, is about 12 miles from the community.
Location
Tuscan Oaks Location & Commute
Tuscan Oaks is positioned in the Old Mandarin area of Jacksonville's Southside, placing it within about 6 miles of Baptist Medical Center South and roughly 11 miles from both Mayo Clinic Florida and downtown Jacksonville. The Avenues Mall is about 8 miles away, and I-95 access connects residents efficiently to the broader Jacksonville metro. Ponte Vedra Beach and Mickler's Landing are roughly 17 miles southeast, and Jacksonville International Airport is about 24 miles north — a drive that typically runs 35 to 45 minutes depending on traffic. St. Augustine's historic district, including Castillo de San Marcos and St. George Street, is about 27 miles south, an easy day trip.
Schools
Schools Near Tuscan Oaks
Tuscan Oaks is zoned for Loretto Elementary, Mandarin Middle, and Mandarin High School, all part of the Duval County Public Schools district. School assignments are address-specific — verify any home's zoning directly with the district before relying on it.

Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Tuscan Oaks
How large are the homes in Tuscan Oaks, and what architectural styles should I expect?
Homes here run from roughly 3,450 to 4,300 square feet, with four to six bedrooms and three to four bathrooms. The community is known for its Spanish and Mediterranean-inspired architecture — soaring vaulted ceilings, dual staircases, and entrance foyers are common features. Traditional-style homes also appear in the mix, and a majority of homes include a private pool.
What are the HOA fees like in Tuscan Oaks?
Fee figures move with each association budget and each district's adopted assessment, so I confirm them per home at the point you are serious. I'd recommend reviewing the HOA documents as part of your due diligence to understand what's included at each fee level.
How far is Tuscan Oaks from major medical facilities?
Baptist Medical Center South is about 6 miles away — the most convenient full-service hospital for daily needs. Mayo Clinic Florida, an internationally recognized academic medical center, is roughly 11 miles from the community, and Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville with Wolfson Children's Hospital is also about 11 miles out.
