Jamie Handy

$4.3M Auditorium Approved for World Golf Village Retirement Community St. Johns County has approved plans for a new 300-seat auditorium at Westminster St. Augustine, a retirement community located in World Golf Village. The 11,290-square-foot facility—described in plans as a cultural enrichment center—received a $4.33 million building permit issued to Clancy & Theys Construction of Winter

Welcome to the latest market-update blog for the coastal & urban regions of Northeast Florida — specifically: Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, the greater Jacksonville metropolitan area, and Downtown Jacksonville. Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or simply following the market, this region is showing some distinct trends heading into November 2025. Market Dynamics &

At its Oct. 15 meeting, Jacksonville’s Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) approved several new development incentives and provided an update on ongoing construction projects across the urban core. Starbucks at Bank of America TowerA new licensed Starbucks is coming to the ground floor of the Bank of America Tower at 50 N. Laura St. Operator Jeremy

Downtown Jacksonville’s restaurant scene is on the verge of a major transformation. After years of being overshadowed by other parts of the city, the heart of Jacksonville is finally getting the attention — and investment — it deserves. Several well-known restaurateurs and hospitality groups are stepping in to make downtown a true destination for food,

As October settles in with cooler breezes and golden sunsets, the Jacksonville real estate market remains one of Florida’s most promising spots to call home. Whether you’re drawn to the coastal charm of the Beaches, the family-friendly vibe of Nocatee, or the thriving energy of downtown Jacksonville, the numbers show continued strength and opportunity across

St. Johns County has signed off on roughly $10 million worth of amenities for The Landings, a growing residential community in the northwest part of the county. The county issued two permits this week for community buildings within The Landings at Saint Johns, a Pulte Homes development. The plans include a 14,296-square-foot clubhouse at 10

Baptist Health kicked off a major expansion at its Jacksonville campus Wednesday morning with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new four-story emergency tower. The facility, to be named the McGehee Family Tower, honors Sutton and Debbie McGehee and their family, longtime supporters of the health system who made a significant but undisclosed donation toward the

After years of discussions and preparation, work on the massive renovation of the Jacksonville Jaguars’ home stadium is officially set to begin. The City of Jacksonville has approved a $532 million construction permit for the “Stadium of the Future,” granted to Hunt Construction and Barton Malow. The permit covers selective demolition, new steel and concrete

Maintaining a campus rooted in the 19th century comes with a hefty price tag — a reality Flagler College knows well. Flagler, named one of the Top 25 Most Beautiful U.S. College Campuses by Travel + Leisure in June, continues to balance historic preservation with modern upgrades. “We’ve been working on a 10-year facilities plan

Northeast Florida at a glance (early September) As we step into September, the freshest published figures are July 2025 closings (August data typically posts by the 10th of each month). Region-wide, Northeast Florida continued trending toward a slower, more inventory-rich market through midsummer—homes took longer to sell, and buyers had a little more leverage than