FAQ
Questions, answered
Everything people usually ask about living at Tidewater and in Atlantic Beach. Anything else, call us or use the chat.
How close is Tidewater to the beach?
Roughly a 5-minute drive or a comfortable bike ride to the public access points along Atlantic Beach, or about a 20–25 minute walk. The property sits on Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway, in the heart of Atlantic Beach proper.
Is Tidewater one of the closest apartment communities to the beach in Jacksonville?
It’s one of the few. Most Jacksonville apartments are a bridge crossing away from the ocean; Tidewater sits in Atlantic Beach proper, east of the Intracoastal, so the sand is a five-minute drive or an easy bike ride. The beach stops being a day trip and becomes part of the routine.
Does Tidewater have a swimming pool?
Yes. A resort-style pool under the oaks, with a cabana, grilling stations, and a coffee bar beside it. It’s built for slow weekend mornings as much as summer afternoons.
What is it like to live in Atlantic Beach, Florida?
Atlantic Beach is the small coastal town on Jacksonville’s beaches: walkable streets, salt air, live oaks, and a quieter pace than the busier beach towns to the south. The restaurants, coffee shops, and breweries of Atlantic Beach Town Center are the local gathering spot, and the ocean is at the end of the street.
What makes Tidewater different from other apartments near the beaches?
The marsh. Tidewater backs onto it with a private fishing dock and scenic nature trails, so you get sunrise casts and sunset views over the water without leaving home, and the ocean is five minutes in the other direction. Two kinds of water, one address.
How close is Tidewater to Neptune Beach?
Just south. Neptune Beach sits right beside Atlantic Beach, so its shops, restaurants, and stretch of sand are a few minutes down the road. From Tidewater you get both beach towns from one address.
Can I walk to restaurants and shops from Tidewater?
Yes. Atlantic Beach Commons is less than a mile on foot, and the restaurants, coffee shops, and breweries of Atlantic Beach Town Center are a walk or a short bike ride away.
What outdoor amenities does Tidewater have?
A private fishing dock over the marsh, scenic nature trails, a resort-style pool with grilling stations, and a dog park. Every home also has its own private balcony or secluded back porch.
What are the apartments like inside?
Open-concept layouts with quartz countertops, wood-look flooring, modern fixtures, and a full-size washer and dryer in every home. One-bedrooms are 660 square feet; two-bedroom, two-bath homes are 880 square feet. See the floor plans.
Is Atlantic Beach a good place for an active, outdoor lifestyle?
Hard to beat. Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park, four minutes away, has 1.5 miles of beach and 447 acres of trails; the sand itself is an easy bike ride; and Tidewater’s own nature trails and fishing dock mean the outdoors starts at your door.
How far is Tidewater from downtown Jacksonville?
About 25–30 minutes by car, straight down Atlantic Boulevard. You live at the beach and borrow the city when you need it, not the other way around.
What rent can I expect?
One-bedrooms start around $1,289/month and two-bedrooms around $1,489/month, based on current availability. The availability page always shows live pricing.
What schools serve the area?
Duval County Public Schools; families here typically attend Atlantic Beach Elementary, Mayport Middle, and Fletcher High. Verify current attendance zones with the district before signing.
Is Tidewater pet friendly?
Yes, there’s even a dog park on site. All pets are registered and approved through an independent screening process before move-in. Approved pets are subject to a $20/month fee per pet plus a one-time non-refundable pet fee.
What are your business hours?
Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM.
How do I pay rent or request maintenance?
Both through the resident portal. For maintenance: from the Home or Maintenance tab, click Request Maintenance, describe the issue, add photos, grant entry permission, and submit.
How do I schedule a tour?
Use the chat assistant in the corner of any page, call or text (904) 454-2030, or click Schedule a Showing on any home on the availability page.