FL REAL ESTATE • HILLIARD
Quiet rural Florida living near beaches and Jacksonville
Overview
Hilliard is a small rural hamlet in Nassau County near the Georgia border in Northeast Florida. The community retains strong agricultural heritage with farming families and rural character. Located 25 miles south of Jacksonville, it provides affordable country living with beach proximity. Hilliard offers peace and quiet away from urban development while maintaining access to larger city amenities. The town's small size creates tight-knit community atmosphere.
Real estate in Hilliard emphasizes affordability with modest single-family homes typically priced $120K-$250K. Rural properties and farmland available at modest land costs. The market moves slowly with limited inventory typical of small hamlets. Properties appeal to buyers seeking rural lifestyle without significant development pressure. Investment potential exists in land appreciation as Jacksonville metro area expands.
Winslow Homes and Novus Home Mortgage serve Hilliard buyers and sellers across FL, MA, CT, and RI. Ryan and Megan Winslow provide both brokerage and mortgage services through Novus Home Mortgage (NMLS #14211), federally licensed in all 50 states. Get pre-approved at www.winslowloan.com or call 386-690-5858.
Popular Areas
Original village area with modest homes and rural character. Historic farming community with tight-knit atmosphere.
Price Range: $120K-$250K
Multi-acre farmland and working farms. Pastures, agricultural operations, and rural homesteads.
Price Range: $150K-$350K
Communities
Explore Hilliard's diverse neighborhoods and communities:
Market Intel
Small rural hamlet with very affordable housing and land investment potential. Limited inventory and slow turnover typical of rural community.
Steady appreciation 2-3% annually as Jacksonville exurban growth expands; land values rising with development interest
$180K median single-family home; farmland $3K-$8K per acre
Living Here
Peaceful farmland setting, agricultural heritage, quiet atmosphere. Wildlife and natural landscape.
Farming, ranching, and agricultural operations. Community centered on agricultural traditions.
Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach nearby (35 miles). Weekend beach recreation and water activities.
Historic beach town with restaurants, shops, and water recreation. Weekend destination from Hilliard.
Natural beach preserve with hiking and nature trails. Day-trip destination for nature lovers.
Investment
Agricultural land purchased $3K-$8K/acre, held 10+ years as Jacksonville metro expands. Long-term land appreciation strategy.
Older farmhouses purchased $120K-$180K, renovated $30K-$60K, resold $200K-$260K. 6-12 month timelines.
Questions
Q: What's average price? A: $180K median; farmland $3K-$8K/acre. Q: How long to sell? A: 4-8 months typical. Q: Good investment? A: Yes for long-term land appreciation; not for quick flips.
Q: Best area? A: Village core most developed; farmland south offers most acreage. Q: Waterfront available? A: Limited water features; mostly agricultural focus.
Q: Farmland investment good? A: Yes for 10+ year hold as Jacksonville metro expands. Land appreciation 2-3% annually. Q: What risks? A: Market illiquidity, slow appreciation, limited buyer pool.
Talk to Winslow Homes today about buying, selling, or getting pre-approved for a mortgage.