ONE Sotheby’s International Realty congratulates Jacksonville on being named one of the top five North American cities to watch in UK-based Oxford Economics’ 2026 Global Cities Index report. Our October edition highlights many of the exciting ways the region is evolving for its next chapter, along with beloved traditions ranging from fundraisers to fall festivities. We wish you a Happy Halloween.
Crown Jewel
Underwood Jewelers soon unveils its new flagship in San Marco. The multimillion-dollar renovation features a façade inspired by San Marco Square’s architecture and reimagined contemporary interiors showcasing luxury Swiss watches, fine jewelry and engagement rings. An Official Rolex Jeweler, the nearly century-old family business also operates locations in Avondale and Ponte Vedra Beach.
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Jacksonville, the largest city geographically in the contiguous U.S., boasts an incredible variety of green spaces and beaches, as well as prime waterfront stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the St. Johns River with its iconic bridges. The city’s vast network of neighborhoods and islands further invites nonstop adventure. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Jacksonville
Luxury Storage Condos
With luxury storage condos emerging throughout the region, collectors have more options for securing prized possessions, from cars to RVs and beyond. Ponte Vedra-based 9990 LUX offers climate-controlled spaces with mezzanines ranging from 1,197 to 1,729 square feet. Lakewood’s Garage San Jose and Mandarin’s RevHaus Suites are available from $395K and $299K, respectively. In Jacksonville, The Paddocks offers 10 units ranging from 1,500 to 2,100 square feet, starting at $525K.
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An idyllic oceanside enclave 18 miles south of Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra Beach is often discovered while watching The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass or vacationing at its iconic Ponte Vedra Inn & Club. Many visitors fall in love with its quiet, chic lifestyle and make it their home. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Ponte Vedra Beach
Fall Events
Support the Jacksonville Humane Society at Toast to the Animals (The Jessie, October 2). Hit the pavement for the Ponte Vedra 10-Miler/5K (October 4), DONNA 5K at TPC Sawgrass (October 10) and Amelia Island Half Marathon/12K/5K (October 10–11). Celebrate the season at Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens’ Biergarten (October 24), followed by its Southern Harvest brunch and Family Fall Fest (October 25). For another fall tradition, pick out the perfect pumpkin at Wesley Wells Farm in St. Augustine.
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Part of the Sea Island archipelago in the Southeastern U.S., Amelia Island tops many vacationers’ bucket lists. Eight flags have flown over the centuries-old historic destination, whose quiet beaches and premier resorts, such as The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, continue to draw residents and visitors. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Amelia Island
In 1565, Spanish explorers established the oldest continually inhabited European settlement in the U.S. Known as the Ancient City or the Old City, St. Augustine charms residents and visitors to this day with its historic architecture, over 42 miles of barrier coastline and thriving hospitality scene. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
St. Augustine
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