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Fruit Cove, FL
Fruit Cove · FL 32259
Updated June 22, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Fruit Cove, Jacksonville
Good for now
Verdict
$425K
Median Price
12/100
Walk Score
N/A
Schools
36 min
to Jacksonville, FL
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
FSchools
0/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
12/100
WYLT Score53/100
Our Take
Fruit Cove is a peaceful suburban neighborhood with easy access to Jacksonville, but it may not offer much in terms of walkability, dining, or nightlife options. Residents enjoy a short commute, plenty of green space, and a mix of housing types. However, home prices are increasing rapidly, so you'll need to balance costs with amenities.
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The Good
- ✓Short commute to Jacksonville
- ✓Lots of green space and parks
- ✓Good schools
- ✓Friendly community
Real Talk
- !Rapidly rising home prices may strain affordability
- !Limited walkability and transit options
- !Limited dining and nightlife options
- $Homeowners insurance costs may be higher due to hurricane risk (albeit low)
- $Property taxes may be higher compared to other neighborhoods
- $Traffic congestion during rush hour
Best For
Families with young childrenHomeowners looking for a peaceful communityProfessionals seeking a short commute
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Fruit Cove, FL
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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