Neighborhood Guide — Area O
Neptune Beach
Neptune Beach is one of 206 named neighborhoods in Duval County, located in the Area O planning area (City of Jacksonville code ). This page combines verified City of Jacksonville boundary data with published articles tagged to Neptune Beach.
Recent reporting
Real Estate
Northeast Florida condo owners can claim up to $500 impact-window tax refund
The state clarified that individually owned condos with homestead exemptions qualify for sales tax refunds on hurricane-resistant windows and doors, even when associations make the purchase.
September 1, 2026
Real Estate
Florida's 'Fun' Ranking May Add to Northeast Florida's Real Estate Draw
A new WalletHub study ranks Florida second in the nation for entertainment and recreation, a lifestyle factor that could amplify the region's appeal to buyers already drawn by affordability and job growth.
August 26, 2026
Education
Free & Reduced-Price Meal applications open for 37 Duval schools
Families with students at non-CEP schools can now apply online for meal assistance for the 2026-27 school year, while breakfast remains free for all district students.
August 25, 2026
Real Estate
Northeast Florida condo sales rebound across all price ranges
After months of regulatory uncertainty and insurance challenges, condo and townhouse sales rose 11% statewide in July — with luxury properties outpacing entry-level units for the first time in years.
August 25, 2026
Government
Jacksonville's $2B Budget Up for Public Input at Town Halls Across City
Mayor Deegan is taking her proposed budget directly to neighborhoods with six town halls from August 19 to September 21, promising no tax increases while aiming to sustain the city's growth momentum.
August 19, 2026
Real Estate
Florida's property tax amendment rewritten for November ballot after court ruling
A judge ordered the attorney general to revise 'misleading' language on the statewide homestead exemption proposal that Northeast Florida voters will decide this fall. The amendment could dramatically reshape property taxes for homeowners and local governments.
August 15, 2026
Government
Jacksonville Launches Tracker for Mayor Deegan's Promises and Budget Priorities
A new interactive webpage lets residents track progress on Mayor Donna Deegan's commitments since taking office in 2023, from affordable housing to infrastructure investments, and see what's proposed for the FY2026-27 budget.
August 7, 2026
City Government
Jacksonville's $2B budget proposal heads to town halls across Duval County
Mayor Deegan will host eight public meetings in August and September to gather resident input on the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, which emphasizes public safety, infrastructure, health, and housing without raising taxes.
August 5, 2026
Real Estate
Professional Photos Can Make or Break Northeast Florida Home Sales, Realtors Say
As Northeast Florida's housing market grows increasingly competitive, real estate professionals emphasize that quality listing photography—and proper home preparation—can mean the difference between a quick sale and a stale listing.
July 28, 2026
City Budget
Jacksonville's $2.6B budget proposal targets infrastructure, housing, public safety
Mayor Donna Deegan unveiled a $2.03 billion general fund and $586 million capital plan that continues generational investments while maintaining balanced books for the second straight year without tapping reserves.
July 21, 2026