Pecan Park, Jacksonville
Updated June 22, 2026 · 4,209 residents
Pecan Park is a quiet, semi-rural community in Jacksonville characterized by its open spaces and residential focus. While the area offers a tranquil environment suitable for pet owners, residents should be aware of high traffic noise from nearby roadways and limited local amenities.
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About Pecan Park
Located in a semi-rural pocket of Jacksonville, the neighborhood is defined by its expansive, open landscape and modest residential layouts. The area maintains a subdued atmosphere with very little commercial activity, making it a distinct departure from the city's denser urban centers. With a demographic that leans toward young adults, the community offers a quiet, detached living experience where residential privacy is generally well-maintained. The landscape is dominated by standard tract housing, creating a uniform and organized visual environment throughout the area.
Prospective residents should consider certain environmental and infrastructure trade-offs. The neighborhood experiences elevated noise levels from nearby railroad tracks and major roads, and the lack of dedicated sidewalks requires caution for pedestrians. Additionally, while the area is pet-friendly due to its abundance of open green space, it faces challenges regarding air quality and moderate flood risk. Families in the area are served by the Duval County School District, which provides access to specialized magnet programs alongside ongoing district-wide efforts to manage budget and enrollment transitions.
Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities
Residential spacing offers a balanced mix of proximity and distance between homes. According to iHuus data, this level of separation provides more personal buffer than the typical Jacksonville neighborhood.
Low traffic volumes and quiet streets make for a peaceful environment, though the lack of sidewalks means walking requires staying on the shoulder. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood offers better walkability than much of Jacksonville.
Standard tract housing dominates the landscape, featuring modest yards and uniform rooflines. This area offers a slightly more organized visual environment than many other parts of Jacksonville.
Access to public parks and wide green verges makes this area more suitable for dog owners than much of Jacksonville. According to iHuus data, the availability of open space for walking is notably higher than the city average.
Open land and scattered homes amidst woodland define this area, which feels significantly more rural than the typical Jacksonville setting. According to iHuus data, residents can expect a landscape of frequent open spaces compared to the more dense urban environment found elsewhere in the city.
Low levels of commercial activity and street life create a subdued, semi-rural atmosphere that is slightly more tranquil than the Jacksonville average. Most areas within the neighborhood lack local dining or retail hubs, though select pockets near nearby institutions offer a small amount of suburban activity.
Frequent noise from nearby railroad tracks and major roadways characterizes this area. According to iHuus data, acoustic comfort in Pecan Park is lower than the Jacksonville average.
Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose significant risks to sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, pollution levels in this area are worse than the Jacksonville average.
Residential life dominates this area with only occasional light commercial activity. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood has significantly less heavy industrial presence than the Jacksonville average.
Health insurance coverage levels in this area are slightly higher than the Jacksonville average. According to iHuus data, a portion of the resident population remains uninsured.
Political viewpoints are distributed fairly evenly between conservative and liberal leanings, representing a more moderate landscape than the city average according to iHuus data.
A high concentration of young adults characterizes the area, though there is a small presence of families and older residents. According to iHuus data, this demographic profile leans slightly more toward a younger population than the Jacksonville average.
Flood risk in this area is higher than the Jacksonville average, though a definitive assessment is currently unavailable because federal studies for this specific zone are incomplete. According to iHuus data, residents should remain aware of potential vulnerabilities during heavy rain events.
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| Dimension | Pecan Park | 29th and Chase |
|---|---|---|
| 🚶 Walkabilityavg 3.96 | ||
| 🔊 Acoustic Comfortavg 4.37 | ||
| 🤫 Privacy Indexavg 4.3 | ||
| 🎨 Visual Appealavg 4.24 | ||
| 🐕 Dog Friendlinessavg 4.28 | ||
| 🗺️ Urban-Rural Indexavg 5.22 | ||
| ✨ Neighborhood Vibeavg 1.5 | ||
| 🏥 Health Insurance Coverageavg 4.35 | ||
| 🌿 Air Qualityavg 3.84 | ||
| 🏭 Industrial Proximityavg 5.11 | ||
| 🌊 Flood Safetyavg 4.01 | ||
| 🗳️ Ideological Leanavg 2.75 | ||
| 👥 Population Age Profileavg 3.26 | ||
| 🔥 Fire Safety | ||
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Pecan Park Rankings
School Districts Serving Pecan Park
Duval County Public Schools functions as a Mixed/Transition district defined by a stark contrast between its nationally recognized flagship academies and struggling neighborhood schools. Under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier, who took office in 2024, the district is navigating a complex right-sizing process to address nearly 30,000 empty seats. This effort has led to a series of contentious school consolidations and intense public debate over a projected 100 million dollar budget deficit, drawing scrutiny from state officials and local families alike. For homebuyers, the district offers exceptional educational opportunities through highly sought-after magnet and advanced studies programs, such as Stanton College Preparatory and Douglas Anderson School of the Arts. However, the ongoing consolidation of under-enrolled elementary schools and persistent achievement gaps in the urban core present a highly uneven landscape. While the district's overall financial reserves remain stable, the friction of managing declining enrollment and consolidating neighborhood campuses means that a family's experience will depend heavily on school zoning and access to the district's premier specialized programs.
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Below average outcomes; significant attendance and academic challenges.
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