8601 Bch Blvd

Southern Grove is a low-rise, gated condominium community in Jacksonville completed in 2003 and composed chiefly of three-story walk-up buildings. Units are predominately three-bedroom floorplans arranged with split-bedroom layouts and open living areas that emphasize an eat-in kitchen, breakfast nook or bar, and a combination living/dining zone. Interiors commonly feature vaulted ceilings, walk-in closets, pantry and butler pantry options, built-in shelving, wet bars, and a mix of flooring including wood-look and carpet; many units have updated kitchens and renovated baths. Private outdoor spaces range from screened lanais and enclosed Florida rooms to small balconies and patios that overlook ponds, landscaped courtyards and walking trails. Community amenities support everyday convenience and recreation: a pool, fitness center, pavilion with grills, nature trail, dog waste stations and assigned plus guest parking; some homes include detached or optional garages sold separately. Exterior character is suburban-vernacular with storm shutters, modest courtyards and recent roof and paint refreshes noted in the association maintenance history. Condo fees typically cover water and sewer and the HOA handles common-area landscaping and exterior upkeep. The complex sits on Jacksonville’s Southside with straightforward access to UNF, I-295, the St. Johns Town Center, beaches and local retail corridors, offering a balance of maintenance-free living and outdoor-oriented neighborhood amenities.