Discover Homes in Palisades At Durbin Crossing

Palisades sits inside one of Saint Johns County's largest planned communities, Durbin Crossing, which spans roughly 2,000 acres and approximately 2,500 homes. The Palisades section is a newer enclave within that broader development, and the townhome format gives buyers a way into the Durbin Crossing school zones and amenity package at a lower price point than the single-family homes elsewhere in the community. That combination draws consistent interest from buyers who prioritize schools and location over square footage.

What makes Palisades worth considering is not any single feature but the sum of what surrounds it. The schools zoned here perform well above state averages. The amenity infrastructure is substantial for a community of this type. And the location, just off CR 210 near the I-95 and 9B interchange, gives residents practical access to both Jacksonville and St. Augustine without being in either city. For buyers who work in one direction and have family or commitments in the other, that corridor works well.

The townhome product itself is relatively recent construction, which keeps maintenance demands lower than older inventory in the area. HOA fees run quarterly, which covers shared maintenance responsibilities typical of attached housing. Buyers comparing Palisades to older parts of Durbin Crossing often find that the newer construction offsets the attached-home format in overall cost of ownership.

What the Community Offers

Palisades residents have access to the full Durbin Crossing amenity network, which includes two separate centers serving the north and south sections of the community.

• Two resort-style swimming pools, one at each amenity center
• Children's splash pool and playground at the north center
• Fitness centers at both locations
• Clubhouse and gathering spaces
• Tennis courts and basketball courts
• Volleyball court
• Skateboard park
• Dog park
• Ballfields
• Walking and jogging trails
• Organized community activities

Getting Around

The location near CR 210 and Race Track Road puts major routes within easy reach. Most daily needs, including the Pavilion at Durbin Park retail center, are minutes away.

• I-95 and State Road 9B interchange: approximately 5 miles
• I-295: approximately 9 miles
• US-1: approximately 5 miles
• St. Johns Parkway and Old CR 210 provide additional local connectivity
• Downtown Jacksonville: approximately 30 minutes
• St. Augustine: approximately 25 minutes
• Jacksonville International Airport: approximately 45 minutes

Public Schools

Palisades at Durbin Crossing is served by Saint Johns County School District, which consistently ranks among Florida's top-performing districts. Elementary zoning includes Cunningham Creek Elementary, Durbin Creek Elementary, and Patriot Oaks Academy. Fruit Cove Middle School and Patriot Oaks Academy serve middle grades. At the high school level, students are zoned for Bartram Trail High School, ranked among the top 100 public high schools in Florida, with Creekside High School as an additional option.

Buying Here

Townhomes in Palisades at Durbin Crossing have traded in a range from the mid-$240,000s to the upper $310,000s based on recent sales activity. Active listings have generally been priced between approximately $257,000 and $295,000, with homes in the 1,200 to 1,500 square foot range. Price per square foot has run close to $198 on active inventory. The HOA fee is assessed quarterly and has ranged from approximately $350 to $376 per quarter. For townhomes in a community with this level of amenities and school access in Saint Johns County, that overall cost structure positions Palisades competitively against comparable attached-home options in the area.

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