NS Mayport, FL - Nearby Cities

Palm Valley, FL
Palm Valley is a city located in St. John's County, Florida with a current population of 19,800 people. The town began in 1703 when Don Diego Espinoza located to the area and built a vast ranch in the surrounding territory. By 1908, a canal was dug through the Diego Plains which connect the San Pablo River to the Tolomato River. The canal made it easier to raise cattle, far, and log, so the city began to expand rapidly. Today, there are many luxurious residences that are visible along the Intercoastal Waterway. The Naval Station Mayport is located just 18 miles from Palm Valley and offers military personnel who reside there a picturesque community in which to live and work.

Houses for sale in the area start at $319,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $1066 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Hilton Garden Inn and the Marriott at Sawgrass offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $134 a night.

Local attractions include the Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park which is located in the Osceola National Forest and was the site of the largest Civil War battle in Florida. The park is located just 50 miles west of Jacksonville and was the first park established in the Florida parks system. The park covers 688 acres that are open for hiking, picnicking and hiking. There is a small interpretative center which information on the famous Civil War battle. The famous Florida Trail also goes through the park for visitors to explore.

Glen St. Mary, FL
Glen St. Mary is a small town in Baker County, Florida with a population of 489 people. The town covers barely one square mile of land and has a median annual income of $28,900. The town is located 52 miles from the Naval Station Mayport and offers new residents a laid-back, quiet community in which to raise a family. The quaint small-town charm is a great alternative to big city living nearby. Just a short drive away, visitors and residents will find shopping, dining, and entertainment venues.

Houses for sale in the area start at $110,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $549 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Hilton Garden Inn and the Marriott at Sawgrass offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $49 a night.

Local attractions include the Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park which is located in the Osceola National Forest and was the site of the largest Civil War battle in Florida. The park is located just 50 miles west of Jacksonville and was the first park established in the Florida parks system. The park covers 688 acres that are open for hiking, picnicking and hiking. There is a small interpretative center which information on the famous Civil War battle. The famous Florida Trail also goes through the park for visitors to explore.

Middleburg, FL
Middleburg is a city in Clay County, Florida that has a current population of 10,300 people. The town covers 18 square miles and was first settled in the early 1820s. The town started as a transportation hub between the St. John's River and the interior of what is now present day Florida. Since it was served by ferries and riverboats and was a hub of activity, the town was named Middleburg. The town is located just 48 miles from the Naval Station Mayport and offers new residents a quiet laid-back community in which to live and work.

Houses for sale in the area start at $187,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $549 for a one bedroom, one bath unit. Hotels such as the Holiday Inn and the Country Inn and Suites offer temporary lodging for visitors. Amenities include free wireless internet and complimentary breakfasts with rates starting at $56 a night.

Local attractions include the Kingsley Plantation which offers tours of the historic plantation grounds including the slave quarters that bear witness to the complex history of the area and its people. The home was built in 1792 by an eccentric slave trader named Zephaniah Kingsley, and the home and grounds are now administered by the National Park Service for daily tours. The history of the area spans more than 1000 years and is a fascinating trek into the lives of our forefathers.