Ortega
A peninsula between two rivers.
Ortega sits on a peninsula with the St. Johns River to the east and the Ortega River to the north and west. Old Ortega was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004, and its riverfront estates and oak-lined streets make it one of Jacksonville's most established luxury neighborhoods.
Updated November 2026
Quick facts
- County
- Duval (City of Jacksonville)
- ZIP code
- 32210
- Historic district
- Old Ortega, National Register of Historic Places, 2004
- Known for
- Riverfront estates, historic homes, private clubs
- County median sale price
- $345,000 (Duval County, September 2026, NEFAR); Ortega sits well above it
- Property tax rate
- 17.7412 mills (Jacksonville, 2025), before exemptions
Homes in Ortega
Riverfront properties include some of the largest estates in the city. Inland, you'll find early 1900s wood-frame homes, Tudor-style houses around Ortega Point and larger brick and stone homes in Ortega Terrace. Ortega Forest, west of Roosevelt Boulevard, is a separate residential area along the Ortega River.
Everyday life
Ortega is quiet and residential, with neighborhood parks, boating on both rivers and quick access to Avondale's shops and restaurants across the Ortega River bridge.
- The Florida Yacht Club and Timuquana Country Club, whose greens were designed by Donald Ross
- Neighborhood parks, many cared for by resident trusts
- Boat docks on many riverfront lots
- About 15 minutes to downtown Jacksonville
What to know before you buy
Historic homes deserve careful inspections, especially for roofs, wiring, plumbing and foundations. Riverfront lots can sit in flood zones, so check FEMA maps and get insurance quotes early.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ortega a historic district?
Old Ortega, east of U.S. 17, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in July 2004, with hundreds of historic buildings.
What is the difference between Old Ortega and Ortega Forest?
Roosevelt Boulevard (U.S. 17) divides the peninsula. Old Ortega is the historic east side along the St. Johns River, and Ortega Forest is the west side along the Ortega River.
How far is Ortega from downtown Jacksonville?
Usually about 15 minutes by car, through Avondale and Riverside.
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Information is for general guidance as of November 2026 and can change. Confirm prices, taxes, school assignments, HOA and CDD fees, and flood zones for a specific address before you buy.