Jacksonville 5022 Area (Gateway Parkway) (condo, looking for)

[GadgetRick]

Saying the young don't flock to Gate Parkway is a bit misleading. Because of the sheer number of companies with good-paying jobs in the area, there are quite a few young people who call that area home because they work in the area.

The St. John's Town Center there has more to do than most areas in Jacksonville (for people of all ages but especially the younger crowd). Tons of restaurants and shopping (if that's your thing). Tinseltown is right up the street (the best movie theater in the area, imo) and more places to hang out, eat and drink. It's also not far from most areas you'd want to get to (the beaches, downtown, etc.).

It's also more than safe enough. Not much happens over there that I hear about.

[dantheman86]

Originally Posted by GadgetRick

Saying the young don't flock to Gate Parkway is a bit misleading. Because of the sheer number of companies with good-paying jobs in the area, there are quite a few young people who call that area home because they work in the area.

The St. John's Town Center there has more to do than most areas in Jacksonville (for people of all ages but especially the younger crowd). Tons of restaurants and shopping (if that's your thing). Tinseltown is right up the street (the best movie theater in the area, imo) and more places to hang out, eat and drink. It's also not far from most areas you'd want to get to (the beaches, downtown, etc.).

It's also more than safe enough. Not much happens over there that I hear about.

Thanks GadgetRick. Cool! I am thinking of there as well. ANF, Banana Republic all there. Haha.
Oh well. Love food. Can't wait to get there.

[Robyn55]

Originally Posted by dantheman86

Hi Mad -> Federal Income Tax in Florida = 7.65% per month to Federal Reserve? Haha. Oh man, that's alright i guess.

Hi Ben Says -> Are you SEA? Riverside and Avondale should be safe I reckon? Is there any chinese food and groceries around these areas? I am looking at a condo which is on a higher level rather than in a bungalow.

Hi All -> From riverside it is best i drive? Is car being taxed as well? Kindly advise.

Thanks

I'm afraid that it's difficult to find decent Chinese food in the Jacksonville area.

This is the place where I buy things I use in Asian cooking:

Jax Oriental Market - Jacksonville, FL

I also grow some things in my yard - like lemongrass. Robyn

[ben says]

Originally Posted by GadgetRick

Saying the young don't flock to Gate Parkway is a bit misleading. Because of the sheer number of companies with good-paying jobs in the area, there are quite a few young people who call that area home because they work in the area.

The St. John's Town Center there has more to do than most areas in Jacksonville (for people of all ages but especially the younger crowd). Tons of restaurants and shopping (if that's your thing). Tinseltown is right up the street (the best movie theater in the area, imo) and more places to hang out, eat and drink. It's also not far from most areas you'd want to get to (the beaches, downtown, etc.).

It's also more than safe enough. Not much happens over there that I hear about.

In my opinion, while there are young professionals in that area, there's no urban culture or vibe. It's hard to find a single unique thing in the Southside area. Everything is in a strip mall. To get to anything, you drive (don't walk!!). No independent business.

For the best movie theatre in town, try independent movie theatre Sun-Ray in 5 Points. Homemade food and alcohol. The second best is in San Marco.

[fsquid]

I like the San Marco movie theatre. You can get pitchers of beer.

San Marco Theatre /// Showtimes & Events

[ben says]

^ You can get pitchers of beer at Sun-Ray too--especially from local breweries. I grew up on San Marco Movie Theatre...20+ years of going there. But, now, Sun-Ray is better.

[GadgetRick]

[quote=ben says;27200916]In my opinion, while there are young professionals in that area, there's no urban culture or vibe. It's hard to find a single unique thing in the Southside area. Everything is in a strip mall. To get to anything, you drive (don't walk!!). No independent business.[/QUOTE\
You can say that about the whole area. But that doesn't mean it's not got a lot of younger people.

Originally Posted by ben says

For the best movie theatre in town, try independent movie theatre Sun-Ray in 5 Points. Homemade food and alcohol. The second best is in San Marco.

Best theater if you want a pitcher of beer with your movie. Never been to the two you're mentioning but, for quality of picture/sound--what I'm concerned about--Tinseltown is second to none other than the IMAX down in World Golf Village.

[dantheman86]

Originally Posted by Robyn55

I'm afraid that it's difficult to find decent Chinese food in the Jacksonville area.

This is the place where I buy things I use in Asian cooking:

Jax Oriental Market - Jacksonville, FL

I also grow some things in my yard - like lemongrass. Robyn

You are amazing. I shall try it when i am there.
As long as there's mart, i can cook. So not an issue. Thanks for your heads up guys.

As for theatre, it sounds damn cool as compare to the urban life i am in. No beers in theatre in SEA though.

Let's see if Riverside is safe. How's the condo rents like? I couldn't find any online. Do the condos normally comes with a gym and a pool?

[Ryde41]

These are for sale but it shows a little bit about the area.

Home - The John Gorrie

[ben says]

Riverside is as safe as the Southside, if not safer. People will tell you the opposites. LOOK at the crime statistics, that's the only way you'll really know.

It's not really a condo-centric neighborhood. It's the largest historic district in the Southeast. Condos weren't really built here because they didn't want to tear down old buildings to get it. There is one condo though, and it's a nice one (it's on the water): Bell Riverside | About Bell | Apartments for Rent in Jacksonville, FL

Try this website for all things Riverside (it's a website about Jacksonville, but most of the posters live on "this side of town"): Metro Jacksonville | Covering Downtown Jacksonville FL, Northeast Florida, Jacksonville Transit, History, Neighborhoods, Photos

Here are some photo-tours of the area...

Inside Riverside's Bold Bean Coffee Roasters | Metro Jacksonville

Shoppes of Avondale Photo Tour | Metro Jacksonville

Old Ortega Historic District | Metro Jacksonville

RAP Produces Award Winning Video | Metro Jacksonville

Here's the link to 5 Points movie theater: Sun-Ray Cinemas

Get out and explore. From where I live (and where Bell Riverside is) I can WALK to a Publix, an organic grocery store, movie theatre, restaurants, desserts, ethnic food, doctors, attorneys, etc.

I'm also a 2 minute drive from one of the largest farmers markets in the whole Southeast on Beaver Street.

Expand your horizons, leave to burbs, come check out the core.