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Jacksonville has plenty of waterfront to allow a sailor easy access to the St Johns River, The Intracoastal Water Way, and the Ocean. Several High rise residential buildings are under construction and are selling phases on both the south bank and the north bank of the River in Jacksonville
Since Jacksonville has such easy access to water, hundreds of Marinas and boat dealers are available to serve your needs. The Mug Race is a popular sailing competition held every spring here in Jacksonville. More Information is available here:
http://www.rudderclub.com/jsps.htm
http://www.jacksonville.com/tu-online/stories/050607/spo_168119655.shtml
One the popular boat stores is West Marine with several Locations in Jacksonville. You can everything from marine screws to complete outriggers there. More information here:
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StoreOverviewPageView?Db=DLRWMarine&jspStoreDir=wm51&Com=adr&requesttype=find&UIn1=&catalogId=10001&Ds=&Name=L&langId=-1&findstores=overview&LIM=200&Zp=32207&RT=lo&FromPage=StoreLocator&storeId=10001&ddkey=StoreLocatorCmd
If you were to buy a home in Jacksonville, you will find several areas that offer excellent waterfront living. Arlington and Fort Caroline has access to the south side of the north turn of the Saint Johns River. It's an excellent location for sailing boats since the wind is active in that part of the river. Home values tend to increase quicker for homes that are on the water. Saint Nicholas and San Marco have a lot of waterfront homes to choose from as well.
Homes in Jacksonville that are on the water Range from new mansions to 80 year old historical homes. Most of the older homes in jacksonville can be found in Riverside/Avondale.
A favorite for sailors is Ortega in Jacksonville. Homes on the water in Ortega are desireable since ortega is known as one the wealthiest neighborhoods in the country. Perched just off of the Saint Johns River in Jacksonville, the Ortega River gives large yachts and sailing boats access to the river with a high bridge and a draw bridge. Several Marinas service that area as well dotting the riverfront. Waterfront Homes here range from 1.1 Million to an historic manion at 5.5 million. Click here to see a few of the listings.
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Waterfront homes tend to increase the home values and house values of the neighborhoods as well. This makes an investment in a waterfront Jacksonville home a win win for you. You can enjoy the lifestyle while increasing wealth through real estate.
For More information on waterfront properties that are freindly to boaters, yachters, and sailors. Browse my website and contact me. I will be glad to help you find your perfect home for your boat.
Mark Marcellus, MBA
Sellstate Performance Realty Network
904-673-4660
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