Discover Homes in Highland Glen, Jacksonville

Highland Glen occupies a well-positioned stretch of Jacksonville's Southside, within reach of the major corridors that make this part of Duval County function well for commuters and families alike. The community sits just west of Hodges Blvd on Beach Blvd, which places it close to the retail and dining infrastructure of the Southside while keeping the neighborhood itself residential in character. Homes here are generally large, and the architecture carries European and Scottish influences that give the streetscape a more deliberate look than many of Jacksonville's suburban communities.

The gated entry is one of the features buyers in this price range expect, and Highland Glen delivers on it. The HOA fee runs $360 per quarter, which funds the maintained common areas and amenities. That fee covers a reasonably strong amenity package for a community of this type. The neighborhood has been established since the mid-2000s, and the landscaping and common areas reflect that maturity.

Buyers considering Highland Glen are typically looking at the Southside for a reason: it connects to nearly everywhere in Jacksonville without requiring a commute through downtown. The beaches are reachable in a short drive east on Beach Blvd, and SR 9A provides a direct route to Jacksonville International Airport to the north. For families with school-age children, the public school assignments are among the stronger draws in this part of Duval County.

What the Community Offers

Highland Glen includes on-site amenities that support both active and recreational use. The following are confirmed based on MLS and research data:

• Gated entry
• Clubhouse
• Fitness center
• Swimming pool and cabana
• Children's playground
• St. Andrews style putting green
• Meditation park
• Walking trails

Getting Around

The Beach Blvd address gives Highland Glen straightforward access to the highway network that serves the Southside and the broader Jacksonville metro. Key connections include:

• I-295 and I-95 for regional commuting and access to downtown Jacksonville
• SR 9A for northbound travel toward Jacksonville International Airport
• Beach Blvd east to Jacksonville Beach and Neptune Beach
• Hodges Blvd corridor for local shopping, dining, and services
• St. Johns Town Center approximately a short drive west

Public Schools

Highland Glen is zoned for Chets Creek Elementary, which serves grades K-5 and holds strong ratings among Duval County public schools. Middle school zoning includes both Kernan Middle School and Duncan Fletcher Middle School, both of which offer Gifted and Talented programs. At the high school level, zoned options include Atlantic Coast High School, Duncan Fletcher High School, and Sandalwood High School. All schools are operated by Duval County Public Schools.

Buying Here

Highland Glen's price range is broad. Recent sales over the past year have closed between approximately $503,500 and $1,512,500, which reflects meaningful variation in home size, condition, and lot positioning within the community. Homes here tend to be larger single-family residences, and the community's established age means buyers will find properties that have been updated to varying degrees. At roughly $282 per square foot based on recent active data, the pricing is consistent with larger Southside gated communities. The HOA structure and gated entry tend to support price stability over time.

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