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Good Schools Important to New Home Buyers

Posted by Donna Lundgren - Nocatee Welcome Center Manager

9/13/24 10:54 AM

The connection between house hunting and schools is a strong one. So much so, in fact, that a majority of homebuyers said they were willing to pay up to 10 percent more than they had budgeted for their new home to live in a particular school district. A survey by real estate site Redfin, meanwhile, found that buyers were willing to pay $50 more per square foot just to be in a well-regarded school district.

 

St. Johns County Schools

St. Johns County is recognized as having some of the top-rated schools in the state of Florida, placing the county high on the list of many Northeast Florida homebuyers.

“Many visitors to the Welcome Center say they were drawn to Nocatee because of the excellent school system,” said Donna Lundgren, manager of the Nocatee Welcome Center. “Families are always excited to learn about the brand new schools opening right here in Nocatee.”

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Selecting a School District

So, how should prospective homebuyers go about evaluating whether a school district is right for their child? Parent engagement websites recommend:

Do your homework: Many states and school districts post school data online, enabling parents to review objective measurements of a school’s academic performance. For comments from past and present students and parents, visit websites such as GreatSchools.org.
 
Consider the facilities: How old are the school buildings? Are they equipped with the latest technology? Are the buildings in compliance with all safety codes?
 
Review school policies and procedures: What is the school’s policy on discipline? What about safety procedures? How will parents be notified in the event of an emergency?
 
Look beyond textbooks: What extracurricular activities does the school district offer? Are the offerings a good match for your child’s interests?
 

To learn more about new homes in the Nocatee community, explore Nocatee.com, stop by the Nocatee Welcome Center or call 904-924-6863.

Topics: St. Johns County School Board, Nocatee Schools, Single-family Homes, Master Planned Community, Benefits of a Master Planned Community, Growing Families