The Area
About Venetia
Venetia is a Duval County community in Jacksonville where the current market runs from about $1.4M to $3.3M, with homes built 1951–2027. 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: Venetia 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 Venetia
Daily life in Venetia puts some of Jacksonville's most respected dining within a short drive — Restaurant Orsay in Avondale is about 4 miles away, Matthew's Restaurant in San Marco is roughly 5 miles, and Cowford Chophouse in downtown Jacksonville is about 5 miles as well. The Saturday Riverside Arts Market, the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, and Treaty Oak Park are all within about 5 miles, giving the neighborhood easy access to the cultural and recreational heartbeat of the city. Buyers who ask me about Venetia are often surprised by how close major medical resources are — Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside and Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville are each roughly 5 miles away. The beaches — Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, and Atlantic Beach — run about 18 to 19 miles east, an easy drive for a weekend afternoon on the water.
The Homes
Venetia Homes & Architecture
Homes in Venetia run from Craftsman and Traditional styles to Ranch-style single-story estates, with recent listings ranging from roughly 3,650 to just under 5,000 square feet of living space. The price band spans from the $1.4 millions to the low $3 millions, with most homes offering 3 to 5 bedrooms and 4 to 4.5 bathrooms. Every home in the active market has waterfront positioning, and roughly half include a private pool. Interior features common to homes here include kitchen islands, walk-in closets, vaulted ceilings, primary suites downstairs, in-law floorplans, and private docks — details that reflect the waterfront, entertaining-oriented character of the neighborhood. New construction is active in Venetia, with customizable 5-bedroom waterfront builds among the options available on the remaining vacant lots.
Amenities
Venetia Amenities & Community Features
Venetia's neighborhood infrastructure includes sidewalks and curbs throughout, lending the community a walkable, established feel that complements its riverfront setting. Individual properties frequently feature private docks with direct water access, which is one of the defining draws of the neighborhood. While there are no community-operated clubhouse or pool amenities on record, the waterfront orientation and proximity to Jacksonville's parks and cultural venues make the area self-sufficient in a different way.
Location
Venetia Location & Commute
Venetia sits on the west side of Jacksonville near the Ortega River, roughly 5 miles from downtown Jacksonville and the Riverside and Avondale neighborhoods. Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside and Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville are each about 5 miles away, and Jacksonville International Airport is approximately 17 miles north — a commute that typically runs 25 to 35 minutes depending on traffic. The beaches at Jacksonville Beach and Neptune Beach are about 18 to 19 miles east via J. Turner Butler Boulevard. Historic St. Augustine, with Castillo de San Marcos and St. George Street, is roughly 34 miles south for a day trip.
Schools
Schools Near Venetia
Venetia falls within Duval County Public Schools, the district serving Jacksonville and Duval County. The Bolles School, a well-known independent school, is located nearby and is a common consideration among buyers in this price range. Because school assignments within the public district are address-specific, always verify zoning directly with Duval County Public Schools before relying on any assumed assignment.
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Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Venetia
Are there HOA fees in Venetia?
Based on what I have available, there is no recorded HOA fee structure for Venetia as a whole — it functions as an established neighborhood rather than a managed HOA community. That said, individual lots or new-construction projects may carry their own deed restrictions or builder agreements, so it's worth confirming the specifics on any property you're considering before going under contract.
What is the waterfront access like in Venetia?
Venetia's waterfront positioning along the Ortega River is one of its defining characteristics — recent homes for sale here have all been waterfront properties, and private docks are a common feature. The river provides boating access, and the neighborhood's tree-lined streets and lot sizes give homes a sense of privacy even on the water. If direct dock access or a specific water frontage depth matters to you, those details are worth pinning down property by property.
Is new construction available in Venetia?
Yes — Venetia has seen new-construction activity, including customizable waterfront homes being proposed on some of the remaining vacant lots in the neighborhood. Build years in the active market span from the mid-20th century through 2027, so buyers can find both established homes with history and brand-new builds side by side. Anyone interested in a to-be-built home should review the proposed building features and lot surveys carefully with their agent.